Which Lr3 Sump Guard

[pgoodrich]

I am looking to get a proper sump guard and wonder what why my fellow lr3 owners chose the one they purchased. I like how terrafirma extends back under the engine but don't know if things will get hot since it is not vented like mantec and front runner. Your suggestions are much appreciated.


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[DiscoNels]

I've got the Terrafirma front skid and it is a solid protector with no worries of heat because there are plenty of gaps for air to cool. I've been to Moab wheeling in 90F+ heat with the air conditioning running all day and no probs, so put that one to bed now and decide which plate to slap on your D3.

I can say my skid plate has taken a beating from rocks and doesn't give, it's very solid.

 

[pgoodrich]

Thanks for the reply. Did you get from lucky8


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[psykokid]

There's a few guys down here in socal that are running the Asfir skid plate and sump guard. Another guy in the SCLR is running the Rasta skids on his LR3.

 

[DiscoNels]

Thanks for the reply. Did you get from lucky8

Yes, I got it from Lucky8

 

[srschick]

There's a few guys down here in socal that are running the Asfir skid plate and sump guard. Another guy in the SCLR is running the Rasta skids on his LR3.

unfortunately neither brand can be found new in the US anymore, necessitating expensive oversea shipping.

 

[morrisdl]

I have had the mantec since 2007 and has proven indestructible. Looks like Lucky8 still sells them: http://www.lucky8llc.com/Products.aspx?ProductID=2237

I powder-coated mine white.

 

[pgoodrich]

I have had the mantec since 2007 and has proven indestructible. Looks like Lucky8 still sells them: http://www.lucky8llc.com/Products.aspx?ProductID=2237

I powder-coated mine white.

Nice look with the powder coating. I like the mantec and front runner better. But saw that the terrafirma goes further back thus protecting more.


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[morrisdl]

The Mantec goes all the way back to the OEM skid. The terrafirma must replace it (unnecessarily).

 

[srschick]

so, the Mantec replace just the forward part (with extra protection up front), and works with the factory oil pan/transmission skid.
And with the TerraFirma, I would have to replace the oil/transmission plate if I still want protection for those?

I wonder what the pros/cons of doing either are.
obviously with the Mantec you save $ by only having to purchase the sump guard.
But does going with the TF and having to get the transmission guard provide better protection over the factory armor?

 

[DiscoNels]

Take a look at the Terrafirma skid plate. Covers more area than all the others. Why settle for an over priced, puny Mantec plate when you can have this for less?

 

[umbertob]

But does going with the TF and having to get the transmission guard provide better protection over the factory armor?

What factory armor? The factory plates under oil pan and transmission might as well be made of cardboard for the protection they offer. I have the Asfir aluminum guard on the LR4, which extends pretty much all the way back to the first crossmember. It's a pity they no longer have a distributor in the US. The Terrafirma looks like a good alternative.

 

[zelatore]

How does that TerraFirma work with an ARB bumper?

 

[DiscoNels]

How does that TerraFirma work with an ARB bumper?

NO idea but hope to find out some day (maybe later this year).

 

[srschick]

What factory armor? The factory plates under oil pan and transmission might as well be made of cardboard for the protection they offer. I have the Asfir aluminum guard on the LR4, which extends pretty much all the way back to the first crossmember. It's a pity they no longer have a distributor in the US. The Terrafirma looks like a good alternative.

But does it cover the tranny? what about the TerrFirma? (I assume not, as they offer a $400 tranny plate)
IMO, The factory plate is better than nothing.