HitMan Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 (edited) Hey Guys, So I have finally snapped enough bolt heads on the front splash shield from removing it every time I do an oil change that I no longer have enough attachment points to hold it up anymore. Is there anyone who has been running around without it on for awhile? I am nervous that the areas that were once covered will now begin developing issues if I do not cover them back up. Luckily it is now spring, but once winter comes around it might be an issue. I have tried getting the remaining portion of the bolt out, but everything I have tried has been a failure so far. Any advice? Maybe I am worrying about nothing... Edited April 18, 2015 by RedPath88 edited title Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrariowner123 Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 If you are referring to the plastic cover that sits under the front cowl and connects to the engine subframe, Then you have nothing to worry about. I bought my 96 in 2009, it didn't even have it. I really didn't even know if was suppose to have anything there until I started looking at OEM diagrams. But I did many road trips, running through puddles, hundreds of trips to go skiing, never had any issues. I have only recently put one of fluerys skid plates on. So I'd say your fine, for the most part it just keeps dirt out of the engine bay, which is a good thing, but not strictly nessecary from my experience. I just wouldn't go mud bogging without it. There is a member on here (if DVW still frequents here) who can tell you all about his wonderful experience mud bogging with his pathfinder, blanca. Long story short, his timing belt jumped. -Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HitMan Posted April 20, 2015 Author Share Posted April 20, 2015 Yes that is the part! Good to know it hasn't caused you any issues. I have just always had it on so didn't know any better. The part I would be most worried about is the off-roading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDN_S4 Posted April 20, 2015 Share Posted April 20, 2015 Don't be. That piece of plastic will not protect your truck or keep it clean anyway. Maybe cleaner, but since the sides are still open, it's not like it would seal anything in. It's basically a very basic skid plate for minor stuff like raccoons and cats etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highriderx Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 does anyone have this part number or know the part name for a 2001? i just got the truck and it doesnt have it, i'd like to buy it but only the shield for the wheel wells come up when i search "splash shield" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highriderx Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 does anyone have this part number or know the part name for a 2001? i just got the truck and it doesnt have it, i'd like to buy it but only the shield for the wheel wells come up when i search "splash shield" found it myself.... http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/topic/30288-front-splash-shield-broke-off/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDN_S4 Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 Get an aluminium skid plate instead. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karmann Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 Just get the aluminum one Fleury's makes, or make your own out of HDPE. I've waited to see it done, seems interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedPath88 Posted April 23, 2015 Share Posted April 23, 2015 found it myself.... http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/topic/30288-front-splash-shield-broke-off/ I just want to take a minute to point out and congratulate a new member for 1) Doing his own research 2) Successfully searching (?) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrariowner123 Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 I just want to take a minute to point out and congratulate a new member for 1) Doing his own research 2) Successfully searching (?) This IS a truly amazing moment for not only this automotive forum, but all automotive forums everywhere! Thank you good sir for searching before posting! -Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDN_S4 Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 Well technically he was searching after posting and the posted again to say he found it. But STILL, "great success" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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