Runnerman Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 How many people would be interested in a skid plate for there 2000 plus Pathfinder as I finished one for my wifes Pathy and tested it out on the weekend. I will post pics of the plate when I get them back. They are also powder coated:Racing Purple,Black and Blue. They cover the front IFS,worked great. There will be 2 lines the version that just covers the IFS and the extended version that covers the oilpan to, I'm still working on. Both versions will both be powder coated. So any replies will be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dupersc Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 Some pictures would be nice. How thick are they? aluminum? I'd like to see some pics of how the oil pan is covered. .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squam1 Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 I'm more than interested! pics! pics! pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big_johnson Posted May 20, 2004 Share Posted May 20, 2004 only 2000 and up? Think they would fit a 96-99? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 20, 2004 Author Share Posted May 20, 2004 I'll se about the 96-99. Do they have that plastic also in the front or did they come with some sort of skid from factory? The plates are not alluminum. The skid plates that are done cover the IFS and the ones that I am working on cover the oil pan too. I'll try to get those pictures on here tommorrow. I'm using grade3 bolts instead of stock so existing holes can be used and no drilling required on the plate that covers the IFS, the other plate I am trying to make it the same way (existing holes). I think it would be easier if people can just take some bolts out put the new bolts in and done. No drilling. That's the plan. pics coming Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big_johnson Posted May 21, 2004 Share Posted May 21, 2004 yeah, the 96-99 have the plastic thingy up there also. I can take some pics of the underside of mine if you want, you can see if it will work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 22, 2004 Author Share Posted May 22, 2004 More pics tommorow just bought dig camera. Ok boys did some homework and all Pthfinders from 95-2004 have the exactly same plastic splash gaurd which is $181.00 canadian (WOW). Anyways these plates shall work as they all seem to have the same holes but I will make sure with each year of Pathfinder. This is 2 pics so far but the extended version that covers the oil pan/tranni pan should be done this week. Ok if these pics don't go through check this link out "k" sony image station not allowed so can you guys point me in the right direction. Just go to gem lake album Here it goes 1st try. not good well click on the link anyone know any domains that I can use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 Email the pictures to me and I'll host them for you for free. pathfinderoffroad@damagedreality.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squam1 Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 me no see linky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squam1 Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 I will want one... no doubt about it - but wanna see pics first and want to hear price... you can email me at Squam5@msn.com - also, asuming you are doing this in your "free" time, what would be the turnaround on an order? -chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 Fresh pics. Looks pretty decent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 22, 2004 Author Share Posted May 22, 2004 http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/608653[/uR] Check out Skidplates & offroading pics on link. These skids will be offered along with the extended version plates there will be no middle hole on the plates. Ok squam I will know more of time frame this week as I beleive I am going to start with around 10 or so, best estimation will be about 3-4weeks for the version that covers the oil/tranni pan & IFS. As I am trying to make it for there is no drilling required, just bolt on. The version that is pictured 1-2 weeks. As more has to be made. I will post pics of the extended version as soon as it's done. Hope this helps. On your replies I will see how much demand is needed for production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 That's pretty good for the front end/diff, man, but I think what most people are looking for is something that protects the oilpan, tranny pan and exhaust. They're all still completely vulnerable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big_johnson Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 what is the estimated pricing for these things? BTW, those are some sweet offroading pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Boy Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 In case it gives you some ideas: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 22, 2004 Author Share Posted May 22, 2004 Ya the new ones that I am designing this week will cover the oil pan,trani pan, IFS. Don't need no pics thanks anyways I have looked into it and there all exactly the same. But I will make sure that the skids fit every year from 95 and up before I send them, as the mounting holes might be off by 1/8 of an inch just to make things difficult, can't see it though. Price will be determined this week or week after when skidplate is completed, as I beleive everyone wants the longer version anyways. If you are interested in the version you see here, just voice it out and I'll hack out a price for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 22, 2004 Share Posted May 22, 2004 That should be "96 and up". The 95's are still built on a frame platform. Totally different design. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 23, 2004 Author Share Posted May 23, 2004 Whoops my mistake 96 & up. ? The 95's do they have front diff instead of IFS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel Boy Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 Look carefully at my Photo, its a 92. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 They ALL have a front diff if they're 4x4. IFS means "Independent Front Suspension". They're ALL IFS, in any case.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 23, 2004 Author Share Posted May 23, 2004 You know I do beleive when I was asking about that plastic peice at the dealership he did say 95 and up all have that exact peice. I'll check again but maybe someone out there with a 95 want to just set the record straight. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 23, 2004 Author Share Posted May 23, 2004 So every Pathfinder out there has IFS and no model has a solid diff in the front mmm. Well I didn't know that. So does your 88 pathy have a plastic peice too or at sometime did they come with real skidplates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 They all have a front differential, yes. None have a solid AXLE, no. Stealership people aren't known for being very good with facts about older models. They tend to pay attention to the new stuff they're trying to sell. The WD21 Pathfinders from 87-95 all come with a steel skidplate in the very front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runnerman Posted May 23, 2004 Author Share Posted May 23, 2004 Ya leave it to the dealership to screw something so easy up as to looking at a part# and it matched the 95's with that peice. Well thanks for the info, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squam1 Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 great pics - If/when I get skids- I'll want to get both the diff skid and oil pan protection - If I don't get something tocover up the oil pan, I'd feel pretty vulnerable out on the trail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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