Rugged Ridge Front Skid Plates

I have a 1991 YJ. This is a quality product, thick, and heavy. However, it only fits if you still have the stock jeep bumper. I have an aftermarket front bumper, so to make this work, I had to add a 4"x6"x1/4" piece of metal (available at HD) to extend the front tongue to reach my bumper. I did not weld it together (no skills), just drilled extra holes and bolted it on. Don't even notice it when I'm driving. LOL. Looks good., probably won't ever get hit, but better safe than sorry.

Product arrived on time and complete. Install was fairly straight forward. I kept the bumper on and installed the skid plate. I have a ‘21 Unlimited Rubicon and I had to notch the skid plate where the factory LED fog lights line up. Not a big deal, but a little bit of fab work is required. Nothing an angle grinder with a cutting wheel can’t handle. Painted the area to ensure no rust and completed the install.

I order the skid plate because I already owned Rugged Ridge Front Bumper. Installation can be pain for 1 person (much easier with a second set of helping hand). However, depend on the after market fog light brand you would need minor trim the fog light case house (should be fine if you keep OEM Fog Light), I have to trim my LED case housing in order for the skid plate fit in place. Everything fit tightly so there is no more for misalignment between the bumper and the skid plate.

Solid skid plate, fairly easy to install, works well on Gladiator

The skid plate held up great. I had to make a few modifications becuase my trac bar was rubbing the skid plate. But that wasn't their fault so I give it 5 stars. I had this on my jeep and took it to the rubicon trial and held up great, my tank doesn't have any dents.

A must for anyone going off road.

This unit was designed to fit perfect. hats off to the rugged ridge team. easy installation, perfect fit and design, functions as expected, no complaints with this unit.