Armor for your Bronco: ARB’s Under Vehicle Protection System / Skid Plates

[Ryan at ARB]

One might argue that Under Vehicle Protection is the most important accessory for off-roading. Unlike bumpers and rock sliders, a solid under vehicle protection system/skid plates will ensure the vital components of your drivetrain remain intact.

ARB has developed a frame-mounted system that protects your Broncos steering, engine sump, transmission, transfer case, and much more. The press-formed and folded 3mm sheet steel skid plates come in at 88lbs installed and will give you the peace of mind you need on the trail.

Front Panel: Engine
Differential/Sump Panel: Front differential and mounts, rear of engine sump, and power steering
Transmission Panel: Stabilizer bar and transmission
Transfer Case Panel: Transfer case

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For us to retain the strength of our full under vehicle protection system when off-road, vehicle servicing requires the removal and refit of the panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Removing each of the plates also provides you with the opportunity to check for damage and remove any foreign matter, dirt, or debris.

ARB’s UVP will fit with any ARB front bumper and OE front bumper. Fitment has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.

Additional Features

• Laser cut 3mm sheet steel
• Zinc plates and powder coated in a silver texture finish
• Recessed mounting bolts are protected and easy to remove for vehicle servicing

Additional Notes:

• This ARB UVP set does not fit the Bronco Sport.
• The ARB’s UVP will fit with or without an ARB front bumper. Fitment compatibility has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.
• To retain the strength and protection required of an ARB UVP, full vehicle servicing will require the removal and refit of panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Provision is provided to drain engine oil only with a removable insert in the second pan

Part # 5480100

View attachment 5480100 Bronco UVP Instructions 37801053.pdf

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[TahoeTexan]

$699 for full protection?

 

[SubmarineNuke]

$699 for full protection?

Wow. If that’s $700 for full protection on a 4 door, I am in shock. I got the Metal Cloak and there were substantially more.

 

[Ggerobb]

Does this protect the cat from would be thieves?

 

[darkscion0]

It does not include a fuel tank skid.

Wow. If that’s $700 for full protection on a 4 door, I am in shock. I got the Metal Cloak and there were substantially more.

 

[darkscion0]

It's an amazing system. I just installed it. Happy to answer any questions anyone has on it or assist with any difficulties anyone has installing it. There's some spots on the instructions that aren't great.

 

[Rick Astley]

One might argue that Under Vehicle Protection is the most important accessory for off-roading. Unlike bumpers and rock sliders, a solid under vehicle protection system/skid plates will ensure the vital components of your drivetrain remain intact.

ARB has developed a frame-mounted system that protects your Broncos steering, engine sump, transmission, transfer case, and much more. The press-formed and folded 3mm sheet steel skid plates come in at 88lbs installed and will give you the peace of mind you need on the trail.

Front Panel: Engine
Differential/Sump Panel: Front differential and mounts, rear of engine sump, and power steering
Transmission Panel: Stabilizer bar and transmission
Transfer Case Panel: Transfer case

​

For us to retain the strength of our full under vehicle protection system when off-road, vehicle servicing requires the removal and refit of the panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Removing each of the plates also provides you with the opportunity to check for damage and remove any foreign matter, dirt, or debris.

ARB’s UVP will fit with any ARB front bumper and OE front bumper. Fitment has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.

Additional Features

• Laser cut 3mm sheet steel
• Zinc plates and powder coated in a silver texture finish
• Recessed mounting bolts are protected and easy to remove for vehicle servicing

Additional Notes:

• This ARB UVP set does not fit the Bronco Sport.
• The ARB’s UVP will fit with or without an ARB front bumper. Fitment compatibility has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.
• To retain the strength and protection required of an ARB UVP, full vehicle servicing will require the removal and refit of panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Provision is provided to drain engine oil only with a removable insert in the second pan

Part # 5480100

Damn that thing is beautiful!

Ryan comes in again with a haymaker!!!

 

[Squatch]

Damn that thing is beautiful!

Ryan comes in again with a haymaker!!!

Really looks so good, you ought to be painting these like skateboard deck art

 

[Snacktime]

Failure to have a fuel tank skid makes the set incomplete. I think you have improved on the factory set in a few area but overall money is better spent on factory skids because a fuel tank skid is a must have item.

For how long this product has been available there hasn't been any reviews or photos. I am disappointed in this thread as the pictures are still crap.

 

[darkscion0]

Let me know if there's something specific you want to see.

Failure to have a fuel tank skid makes the set incomplete. I think you have improved on the factory set in a few area but overall money is better spent on factory skids because a fuel tank skid is a must have item.

For how long this product has been available there hasn't been any reviews or photos. I am disappointed in this thread as the pictures are still crap.

 

[Ourbroncolife]

One might argue that Under Vehicle Protection is the most important accessory for off-roading. Unlike bumpers and rock sliders, a solid under vehicle protection system/skid plates will ensure the vital components of your drivetrain remain intact.

ARB has developed a frame-mounted system that protects your Broncos steering, engine sump, transmission, transfer case, and much more. The press-formed and folded 3mm sheet steel skid plates come in at 88lbs installed and will give you the peace of mind you need on the trail.

Front Panel: Engine
Differential/Sump Panel: Front differential and mounts, rear of engine sump, and power steering
Transmission Panel: Stabilizer bar and transmission
Transfer Case Panel: Transfer case

​

For us to retain the strength of our full under vehicle protection system when off-road, vehicle servicing requires the removal and refit of the panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Removing each of the plates also provides you with the opportunity to check for damage and remove any foreign matter, dirt, or debris.

ARB’s UVP will fit with any ARB front bumper and OE front bumper. Fitment has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.

Additional Features

• Laser cut 3mm sheet steel
• Zinc plates and powder coated in a silver texture finish
• Recessed mounting bolts are protected and easy to remove for vehicle servicing

Additional Notes:

• This ARB UVP set does not fit the Bronco Sport.
• The ARB’s UVP will fit with or without an ARB front bumper. Fitment compatibility has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.
• To retain the strength and protection required of an ARB UVP, full vehicle servicing will require the removal and refit of panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Provision is provided to drain engine oil only with a removable insert in the second pan

Part # 5480100

Awesome!

 

[buzpro]

It's an amazing system. I just installed it. Happy to answer any questions anyone has on it or assist with any difficulties anyone has installing it. There's some spots on the instructions that aren't great.

1. how do you reach the oil pan drain plug?
2. how much does it all weigh?
3. how much extra for protecting the gas tank?

Thanks.

 

[Snacktime]

Let me know if there's something specific you want to see.

Some side shots of how the transmission skid plate sits? If it hangs low or if it is tucked up inside the frame a little? How far back does the transfer case skid go? I feel the shock transfer case skid should extend back farther. Thanks for the pictures, nice to see some welds and bolt location. Any fitment issues?

 

[Odd Ball]

One might argue that Under Vehicle Protection is the most important accessory for off-roading. Unlike bumpers and rock sliders, a solid under vehicle protection system/skid plates will ensure the vital components of your drivetrain remain intact.

ARB has developed a frame-mounted system that protects your Broncos steering, engine sump, transmission, transfer case, and much more. The press-formed and folded 3mm sheet steel skid plates come in at 88lbs installed and will give you the peace of mind you need on the trail.

Front Panel: Engine
Differential/Sump Panel: Front differential and mounts, rear of engine sump, and power steering
Transmission Panel: Stabilizer bar and transmission
Transfer Case Panel: Transfer case

​

For us to retain the strength of our full under vehicle protection system when off-road, vehicle servicing requires the removal and refit of the panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Removing each of the plates also provides you with the opportunity to check for damage and remove any foreign matter, dirt, or debris.

ARB’s UVP will fit with any ARB front bumper and OE front bumper. Fitment has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.

Additional Features

• Laser cut 3mm sheet steel
• Zinc plates and powder coated in a silver texture finish
• Recessed mounting bolts are protected and easy to remove for vehicle servicing

Additional Notes:

• This ARB UVP set does not fit the Bronco Sport.
• The ARB’s UVP will fit with or without an ARB front bumper. Fitment compatibility has not been confirmed with other bumper designs.
• To retain the strength and protection required of an ARB UVP, full vehicle servicing will require the removal and refit of panels to obtain access to drain plugs and other service points. Provision is provided to drain engine oil only with a removable insert in the second pan

Part # 5480100

When will ARB have a sale, I’ve got a whole list of stuff I can’t live without. (But I’m cheap)

 

[Villagevip]

As a non off roader, only Florida beaches(when I get a Bronco) ...Think, this smooth undercarriage can, or will improve fuel economy on the turnpikes, and freeways? If so, will there be a thinner gage, less weighted version? : )

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