bushnut Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Are there Nissan Factory skids available for the R50? were they available as an option? if so they may be found in a junk yard! anybody know? If not looks like it'll be custom fab or ordering from 4x4 designs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OfftourRoadie96 Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Nothing wrong with 4x4 Designs......GREAT R50 STUFF over there in Canadia 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverPath Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 Here is what you will need if you go custom I made this when I built mine. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tad Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 Is that just the front piece? Replaces the X looking brace under the plastic thing? (Q is not here at the moment) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sroeser01 Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 Yes that's the front splash gaurd. How'd you bend it perfectly like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sroeser01 Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 Did you use a break? I'm gonna tackle this I think I can build one like fleurys with the oil filter access point possibly. But let me know how you bent it to the proper angles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverPath Posted July 25, 2013 Share Posted July 25, 2013 (edited) I had my local machine shop bend it for me. They had a huge 150 ton brake and the owner only charged me $20 to use it! The oil access would be an easy addition. I decided against it and I only change my oil every 5k Edited July 25, 2013 by SilverPath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karmann Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 (edited) From ExPo, and specifically Stioc. Factory WD21 transfer case skid, which fits R50s, cost reportedly $25 (Bottom post) http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/82167-My-2001-Pathfinder-(R50-)-mild-budget-build/page40 Skid Plate Part # 30409-33G00Bolts 2 x 33201-33G102 x 08121-0201E Edited August 2, 2013 by Karmann 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushnut Posted August 2, 2013 Author Share Posted August 2, 2013 Ya, I saw that. That's what gave me the idea to see if there were any others available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borninabarn Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 You that have front skid plates what is the width of your plates? Have any of you made one out of that aluminum tread bright before and do you have any pics? Thanks Born 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ331 Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Do you know if the dimensions for the front skid you made are the same for a WD21? Also, how long and wide is it? The only thing I was really worried about was getting the angles correct. I have access to a plasma cam and a brake, so that part is easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjotrainbrain Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 From ExPo, and specifically Stioc. Factory WD21 transfer case skid, which fits R50s, cost reportedly $25 (Bottom post) http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/82167-My-2001-Pathfinder-(R50-)-mild-budget-build/page40 Skid Plate Part # 30409-33G00 Bolts 2 x 33201-33G10 2 x 08121-0201E Would this work on an R50 with the auto-mode transfer case? I just got home with one from the junkyard and can't seem to find a way to get it on, but maybe I'm just missing something very obvious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawairish Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Would this work on an R50 with the auto-mode transfer case? I just got home with one from the junkyard and can't seem to find a way to get it on, but maybe I'm just missing something very obvious. Doubtful. But on the bright side, that skid is NLA from Nissan, so might be able to upsell. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimyJames Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 (edited) Would this work on an R50 with the auto-mode transfer case? I just got home with one from the junkyard and can't seem to find a way to get it on, but maybe I'm just missing something very obvious. I'd consider buying from ya if it doesn't work out unless I can cop one from a local yard. I have a 99 pathfinder 5 speed 4x4. Unless its only for R51s Edited March 6, 2017 by JimyJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlabamaDan Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 On 7/25/2013 at 12:28 AM, SilverPath said: Here is what you will need if you go custom I made this when I built mine. This is great stuff. What's the width of the plate? What's the thickness? Is that steel or aluminum? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inyourface1650 Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 I find it really interesting that they didn't make skids for R50 - it was sold and used in the bush for multiple countries - maybe just not the US? Do the sfcreations skids have oil changing access holes for the engine, trans,and transfer? that's a must for me.....most auto shops will lose/screw up anything that has to come off. My front plastic air dam only has two bolts holding it in heh 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleurys Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 39 minutes ago, Inyourface1650 said: I find it really interesting that they didn't make skids for R50 - it was sold and used in the bush for multiple countries - maybe just not the US? Do the sfcreations skids have oil changing access holes for the engine, trans,and transfer? that's a must for me.....most auto shops will lose/screw up anything that has to come off. My front plastic air dam only has two bolts holding it in heh No we do not have them anymore. We used to have them in my first versions of the plates, but most customers were not willing to pay for the work involved. Cheers. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RainGoat Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 I find it really interesting that they didn't make skids for R50 - it was sold and used in the bush for multiple countries - maybe just not the US?...skids have oil changing access holes for the engine, trans,and transfer? that's a must for me.....Back in ‘02-‘05 ish that kind of stuff was around but that went away some time ago.Access holes are handy even if doing you’re doing your own fluids. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawairish Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 I like the idea of access holes, too, but I agree with fleurys that additional costs can be a tough sell. There’s a minor difference between the VG and VQ in terms of oil filter and drain plug locations, which means you’ve got to integrate larger openings to accommodate both engines, which means more labor and material to reinforce the openings. And because of where the oil filter is, you practically need the front skid off to work on it. Replace your drain plug with a Fujimoto valve and about 10” of tubing and you don’t even need to remove the mid skid, if so equipped. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawairish Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 (edited) 21 hours ago, AlabamaDan said: This is great stuff. What's the width of the plate? What's the thickness? Is that steel or aluminum? The mounting surfaces only support about 24” width. The body can go a bit wider, but judging by the pic I’d say it’s 24” uniform. That’s the width on mine, too. 12 hours ago, Inyourface1650 said: I find it really interesting that they didn't make skids for R50 - it was sold and used in the bush for multiple countries - maybe just not the US? Do the sfcreations skids have oil changing access holes for the engine, trans,and transfer? that's a must for me.....most auto shops will lose/screw up anything that has to come off. My front plastic air dam only has two bolts holding it in heh Just another instance of the R50 bastard syndrome...no support. When I used to take my truck to get oil changes, the guys never removed anything...they just bent the plastic to down. For the longest time, I just thought it was a poor design for the plastic skid plate, always seeing it sagging down, then I realized it was laziness. I started doing my own changes when I discovered that one of the jackasses ripped a nearby wire. Though, coming up with an access solution that doesn’t require any parts to be removed is pretty tough...need stuff like hinges, captive screws, latches, etc. Costs add up, and at least for skids of the nature discussed here, features like that become weak spots. Edited October 17, 2018 by hawairish 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlabamaDan Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 This front skid plate is just the bottom. Do you think adding some sides makes it more effective, structurally stronger? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawairish Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 3 hours ago, AlabamaDan said: This front skid plate is just the bottom. Do you think adding some sides makes it more effective, structurally stronger? By "just the bottom" you mean the primary surface? Adding sides bends would greatly improve structural integrity near the bend—the closer to 90° bends, the better—but any other flat parts of the plate are still prone to deflection. Here's what that deflection looks like on 1/4" aluminum: I went to 3/16" steel, but I really wish I had the means to bend things. In lieu of bends, the backside of my plate is ribbed with additional plate strips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallpathy Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Did you remove the x brace?Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawairish Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 46 minutes ago, Smallpathy said: Did you remove the x brace? This thing? I'm not sure it came on 01+ trucks, though I'm certain it fits. Nissan calls it an Engine Cradle Stay (54465-0W000, $15). When I got my truck, it only had fleurys' front and mid skids on it (the original style with the access ports), so it's possible the previous owner removed it if it came with the truck. Though, that brace is thin-walled tube and probably adds very little structurally, but I guess better than not having it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlabamaDan Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 20 hours ago, hawairish said: By "just the bottom" you mean the primary surface? Adding sides bends would greatly improve structural integrity near the bend—the closer to 90° bends, the better—but any other flat parts of the plate are still prone to deflection. Here's what that deflection looks like on 1/4" aluminum: I went to 3/16" steel, but I really wish I had the means to bend things. In lieu of bends, the backside of my plate is ribbed with additional plate strips. Thanks so much. More to file away for future mods! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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