{"product_id":"rival-4x4-alloy-set-of-bash-plates-radiator-engine-transmission-ford-next-gen-ranger-everest-vw-amarok-2023","title":"RIVAL 4X4 ALLOY SET OF BASH PLATES - RADIATOR, ENGINE \u0026 TRANSMISSION - FORD NEXT GEN RANGER\/EVEREST\/VW AMAROK 2023+","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSet of 3 Aluminium Bash Plates – Ford Ranger Next Gen \/ Ford Everest Next Gen \/ Amarok (2023–Present)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriple-Layer Underbody Protection: Radiator, Engine \u0026amp; Transmission Bash Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e19.5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ford Ranger Next Gen, Everest Next Gen, and Volkswagen Amarok 2023+ share a common platform — and a common vulnerability beneath the cabin. Whether you’re threading through sandstone ledges on the Flinders Ranges or powering along corrugated outback highways toward Birdsville, flying rocks and hidden obstacles take aim at your radiator, engine, and transmission with every kilometer. This RIVAL 4x4 three-piece bash plate set delivers precision-fit, laser-cut aluminium protection for the three most damage-prone components on these shared-platform vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Radiator, Engine \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Laser-Cut \u0026amp; Deep-Stamped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Save vs Buying Individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Protected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadiator Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Your radiator sits at the front and lowest point of the cooling system, directly exposed to stones kicked up by the front wheels and debris on the trail ahead. A cracked radiator core means immediate coolant loss and potential engine overheating — catastrophic when you’re deep in the bush. This plate deflects frontal and underbody impacts before they reach the radiator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The engine oil sump and lower block are prime targets for rock strikes on uneven terrain. A punctured sump drains your oil in minutes, and running dry means a seized engine and a very expensive recovery. This plate provides full-coverage shielding across the engine’s most vulnerable underside surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The transmission casing sits behind the engine and is equally exposed to trail hazards. Impacts here can crack the housing, strip mounting points, or cause internal damage that leaves you stuck. This plate ensures your gearbox remains protected through rock gardens, creek crossings, and rutted tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6mm deep-stamped aluminium alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e19.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTextured matte black powder coat — corrosion and UV resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDirect bolt-on to factory mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFord Ranger Next Gen (2022+), Ford Everest Next Gen, VW Amarok (2023+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAt just 19.5 kg combined, this aluminium set is roughly 40% lighter than equivalent steel plates — keeping your GVM in check for long-range touring setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium naturally resists rust and oxidation, making it the superior choice for beach runs, creek crossings, and coastal environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium’s impact absorption characteristics spread force across the plate surface, reducing point-loading on chassis mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Vehicle Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese next-gen platforms are engineered with aluminium-friendly weight targets — aluminium bash plates maintain the factory balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Radiator Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fitting Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eModerate — suitable for home mechanics with standard tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMetric socket set, jack and axle stands or vehicle hoist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll three plates mount to factory attachment points — no drilling, cutting, or welding required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInstall all three plates in a single session for comprehensive front-to-mid underbody coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia doesn’t go easy on what sits under your vehicle. Shattered quartz on Cape York’s telegraph track, submerged logs in tropical creek crossings, and relentless corrugations across the Tanami — every trip adds another chapter of abuse to your underbody’s story. Coastal salt accelerates corrosion on unprotected steel, while red-dust infiltration grinds away at exposed components. 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