{"product_id":"rci-engine-skid-plate-1998-2011-ford-ranger-1995-2001-explorer","title":"RCI Engine Skid Plate - 1998-2011 Ford Ranger \/ 1995-2001 Explorer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 3\/16-inch laser-cut steel plate protects the front of Rangers with torsion bar front suspension. It covers the front cross-member, power steering unit, engine and the low-hanging radiator. Built-in vents keep cooling air moving to the power steering unit without giving up front-end protection. The face is smooth and flat for sliding over obstacles, and a black powder coat protects the steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRCI says it also works well on body-lifted vehicles. Shipping weight is 34 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits the 1998-2011 Ford Ranger with torsion bar front suspension. It is also compatible with the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer and 2001-2005 Sport Trac with torsion bar suspension. Some Explorers have only 2 of the 4 mounting holes, in which case two additional holes need to be drilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe skid plate, all hardware and installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstall notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect bolt-on to existing factory attachment points with no drilling on Rangers, and RCI says it installs in minutes. An installation guide is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions before you order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitment questions are easier to settle before the box ships. Call or text Carl \u0026amp; Anton at (920) 249-7744 or use the chat — real humans in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, not a call center.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RCI Metalworks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58654366105903,"sku":"RCI-RAN-98-ENGINE","price":356.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0861\/5113\/5535\/files\/Ranger-Front.jpg?v=1792029178","url":"https:\/\/nvmos.com\/products\/rci-engine-skid-plate-1998-2011-ford-ranger-1995-2001-explorer","provider":"NVMOS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}