mondshine
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 Posted: Tue Oct 26, 2021 10:11 am Post subject: Re: Engine skid plate question |
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There is a total of four pieces to the Thing skid plates.
The front-most piece (#7) is mounted to the rear transaxle mounts. It makes removing and installing the engine an "extra credit" operation.
The "under engine" pieces (#1 & #2) can be mounted on any Type 1 case.
Mounting the rear piece (#8 ) requires the "universal case" threaded bosses.
The rear piece also supports the "industrial tins" on '73 models.
With full flow oiling, the rear piece is a near impossibility without ridiculous modification.
If you drive your Thing on roads only, there is very little benefit to using these pieces.
Good luck, Mondshine |
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