[apez]

Installed a mishimoto skid plate thanks to this thread. 90 minutes and $500 for piece of mind.

[Hook3549]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

My '23 auto has a plastic guard on both radiators.

* that appears to be the center radiator. Mine has no guard from the factory.

Mine is 2024 auto transmission. Yes center bottle of radiator is missing the black plastic guard. However, I have plastic guards in two sides, and upper radiator

[xps]

Originally Posted by apez

Installed a mishimoto skid plate thanks to this thread. 90 minutes and $500 for piece of mind.

Smart! I still suggest a mesh since those openings are still large enough and would still allow for the damage like I had

[M_Power Rob]

Originally Posted by xps

Smart! I still suggest a mesh since those openings are still large enough and would still allow for the damage like I had

After sufficient air flow, rigidity is most important. The plate is not flush to the cooler. The debris will have to be the right size and hit at the right angle with the Mishi skid plate to cause debilitating damage. Can it happen, of course but odds are greater it will be protected.

[apez]

Originally Posted by M_Power Rob

After sufficient air flow, rigidity is most important. The plate is not flush to the cooler. The debris will have to be the right size and hit at the right angle with the Mishi skid plate to cause debilitating damage. Can it happen, of course but odds are greater it will be protected.

Yes, I feel pretty protected.

[NewToM]

Originally Posted by apez

Yes, I feel pretty protected.

I said the same thing, two kids later…

[apez]

Originally Posted by NewToM

I said the same thing, two kids later…

Like IUD protected, not like condom protected.

[M_Power Rob]

Originally Posted by NewToM

I said the same thing, two kids later…

Did you get the discounted packs with the staples?

[Vmaxx]

Originally Posted by apez

Installed a mishimoto skid plate thanks to this thread. 90 minutes and $500 for piece of mind.

I have a question. What jack points do you use if you’re putting the car on jack stands that use the same spot where the jack would be?

[apez]

Originally Posted by Vmaxx

I have a question. What jack points do you use if you’re putting the car on jack stands that use the same spot where the jack would be?

I used a renstand on one side and just stuck a stack of wood under the other tire. I put another renstand on my letter to Santa, but I am afraid I might be on the naughty list.

[JABCAT]

Originally Posted by Vmaxx

I have a question. What jack points do you use if you’re putting the car on jack stands that use the same spot where the jack would be?

A set of Rhino ramps is one of the best $39 you can spend.

[turnsignalslol]

Just pulled the trigger on the Mishimoto skid plate, hopefully it gets here soon! I'm going to install it then probably take pictures of the underside every day for a week to check up on if it's protecting the oil cooler from any new damage. Probably overkill but I like to see actual changes rather than blindly believing. Also helps justify that I just spent more money on my car

[turnsignalslol]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

My '23 auto has a plastic guard on both radiators.

* that appears to be the center radiator. Mine has no guard from the factory.

Does anyone have the part number for the plastic grille protector thingy that comes on the MT cars for the center radiator?

[mrdudley]

Originally Posted by Vmaxx

I have a question. What jack points do you use if you’re putting the car on jack stands that use the same spot where the jack would be?

As mentioned Rhino ramps are great if wheels are staying on.

If you need to take wheels off, there are center jack points. Front one is obvious. Rear one is the diff. Buy a jack pad so it’s not metal on metal. And you’ll probably still need to drive on the ramps to get the jack under.

[JABCAT]

Originally Posted by mrdudley

As mentioned Rhino ramps are great if wheels are staying on.

If you need to take wheels off, there are center jack points. Front one is obvious. Rear one is the diff. Buy a jack pad so it’s not metal on metal. And you’ll probably still need to drive on the ramps to get the jack under.

Considering this thread is about installing an oil cooler protective screen, there's no reason to take the wheels off, thus my recommendation. But yes, for other situations where a wheel may need to be removed for an extended period of time, jack stands may be needed.

[mrdudley]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

Considering this thread is about installing an oil cooler protective screen, there's no reason to take the wheels off, thus my recommendation. But yes, for other situations where a wheel may need to be removed for an extended period of time, jack stands may be needed.

I wasn’t downplaying your suggestion. I was supporting it. For this use case it’s the best advice. I agree.

I was providing extra insight since it seemed like he was trying to jack up and use jack stands both from the side lift points.

[jhstjh]

Received the Zunsport oil cooler protector but...is it supposed to be bent like this?

[JABCAT]

Originally Posted by jhstjh

Received the Zunsport oil cooler protector but...is it supposed to be bent like this?

No it should be straight, just bend it back.

[Carefree]

It appears you need an oil cooler protector protector.

[M_Power Rob]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

No it should be straight, just bend it back.

And hope it doesn't break...

[forcefed]

Originally Posted by jhstjh

Received the Zunsport oil cooler protector but...is it supposed to be bent like this?

Not sure why y'all buying this zunsport mesh, it's a flimsy $20 mesh you can make yourself.

https://www.amazon.com/AggAuto-Unive.../dp/B08PBL6MJ2

The 4x8 mesh is $16 you can cut two pieces from that size, costing you $8 in the end. Save your money for the mishimoto skid plate.

[M2BOT]

Originally Posted by forcefed

Not sure why y'all buying this zunsport mesh, it's a flimsy $20 mesh you can make yourself.

https://www.amazon.com/AggAuto-Unive.../dp/B08PBL6MJ2

The 4x8 mesh is $16 you can cut two pieces from that size, costing you $8 in the end. Save your money for the mishimoto skid plate.

I wouldn’t call it flimsy in the least. It’s extremely rigid.