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Skid Plate

Skid Plate

 
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garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-11-2009, 01:54 PM #1
Is there any sources for skid plates for our cars?
OEM? Aftermarket?
Im sure its possible to fab one up from sctrach, but before that point?

Look at this skidplate http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMA5cQwn3nI

I know its a gasser and its Carlsson.
But that skid looks sweet.

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garage
09-11-2009, 01:54 PM #1

Is there any sources for skid plates for our cars?
OEM? Aftermarket?
Im sure its possible to fab one up from sctrach, but before that point?

Look at this skidplate http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMA5cQwn3nI

I know its a gasser and its Carlsson.
But that skid looks sweet.


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aaa
GT2256V

913
09-11-2009, 03:31 PM #2
There's a factory skid plate, I see one every once in a blue moon at the JY.
aaa
09-11-2009, 03:31 PM #2

There's a factory skid plate, I see one every once in a blue moon at the JY.

garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-11-2009, 03:35 PM #3
Really now?!
Thats good news.
Does anyone have some photos? Or somwhere where you can order a replacement?

Was it on a w123?or what?

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garage
09-11-2009, 03:35 PM #3

Really now?!
Thats good news.
Does anyone have some photos? Or somwhere where you can order a replacement?

Was it on a w123?or what?


1987 300D: EGR Delete, ARV Delete, Cold Air Intake...

ForcedInduction
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3,628
09-11-2009, 08:05 PM #4
Yes, every W123 has the bolt holes for the factory skid plate.
This post was last modified: 10-26-2009, 09:53 PM by ForcedInduction.
ForcedInduction
09-11-2009, 08:05 PM #4

Yes, every W123 has the bolt holes for the factory skid plate.

garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-11-2009, 09:36 PM #5
(09-11-2009, 08:05 PM)ForcedInduction Yes, every W123 has the bolt holes for the factory skid plate. When I get home tonight i'll post pictures.

Thatd be great forced!

Any pics of the actual skid plate somwhere?

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garage
09-11-2009, 09:36 PM #5

(09-11-2009, 08:05 PM)ForcedInduction Yes, every W123 has the bolt holes for the factory skid plate. When I get home tonight i'll post pictures.

Thatd be great forced!

Any pics of the actual skid plate somwhere?


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ForcedInduction
Banned

3,628
09-11-2009, 09:57 PM #6
I have pictures of one somebody installed.

If you call the Classic Center they may be able to find one.
ForcedInduction
09-11-2009, 09:57 PM #6

I have pictures of one somebody installed.

If you call the Classic Center they may be able to find one.

garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-11-2009, 10:18 PM #7
(09-11-2009, 09:57 PM)ForcedInduction I have pictures of one somebody installed.

If you call the Classic Center they may be able to find one.

Forced, i would love drooling over some pics, if you wouldnt mind posting them? por favor?

What is the Classic Center wich you speak of?

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garage
09-11-2009, 10:18 PM #7

(09-11-2009, 09:57 PM)ForcedInduction I have pictures of one somebody installed.

If you call the Classic Center they may be able to find one.

Forced, i would love drooling over some pics, if you wouldnt mind posting them? por favor?

What is the Classic Center wich you speak of?


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garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-12-2009, 06:48 PM #9
Soo i tried looking around for one on the web, but cant really seem to find any pics. Id be be thankful to see one, and mayybe start buying a gallon of diesel with every fill upBig Grin

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garage
09-12-2009, 06:48 PM #9

Soo i tried looking around for one on the web, but cant really seem to find any pics. Id be be thankful to see one, and mayybe start buying a gallon of diesel with every fill upBig Grin


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garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-18-2009, 01:32 PM #10
So forced how bout them pictures man?
Any chance?

1987 300D: EGR Delete, ARV Delete, Cold Air Intake...
garage
09-18-2009, 01:32 PM #10

So forced how bout them pictures man?
Any chance?


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DeliveryValve
Superturbo

1,338
09-18-2009, 05:30 PM #11
Here are some links to pictures of the skid plate

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=160706
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=226796

Gota love Mercedes Diesels!



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DeliveryValve
09-18-2009, 05:30 PM #11

Here are some links to pictures of the skid plate

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=160706
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=226796


Gota love Mercedes Diesels!



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kamel
Naturally-aspirated SUCKS

176
09-19-2009, 12:32 AM #12
Sure wish I had one when last time I was jumpin.

'78 300D, OM617.912: 4spd manual, TB03 at 10PSI, 26*BTDC, DV's turned, HVAC, emissions system removed, e-fan, short ram, 3" downpipe to straight exhaust, W126 Bendix brakes, MR2 Spyder seats. 2890lbs
kamel
09-19-2009, 12:32 AM #12

Sure wish I had one when last time I was jumpin.


'78 300D, OM617.912: 4spd manual, TB03 at 10PSI, 26*BTDC, DV's turned, HVAC, emissions system removed, e-fan, short ram, 3" downpipe to straight exhaust, W126 Bendix brakes, MR2 Spyder seats. 2890lbs

garage
Bush Taxi

893
09-19-2009, 10:22 AM #13
(09-18-2009, 05:30 PM)DeliveryValve Here are some links to pictures of the skid plate

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=160706
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=226796


Thanks Delivery, now that i know what im looking for, i jus needa keep an eye out.Wink
(09-19-2009, 12:32 AM)kamel Sure wish I had one when last time I was jumpin.

Kamel! So whats the deal man, do you rallyX that w123 machine of yours or what?
I read your in SoCalish area? Im in the same area.
I would love to get involved in rally with my car man!
This post was last modified: 09-19-2009, 10:24 AM by garage.

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garage
09-19-2009, 10:22 AM #13

(09-18-2009, 05:30 PM)DeliveryValve Here are some links to pictures of the skid plate

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=160706
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/show...p?t=226796


Thanks Delivery, now that i know what im looking for, i jus needa keep an eye out.Wink
(09-19-2009, 12:32 AM)kamel Sure wish I had one when last time I was jumpin.

Kamel! So whats the deal man, do you rallyX that w123 machine of yours or what?
I read your in SoCalish area? Im in the same area.
I would love to get involved in rally with my car man!


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ElsBenz
Unregistered

3
10-26-2009, 09:37 PM #14
http://www.worldimpex.com/parts/mercedes...93945.html

Try this out.

It refences the part # in the skid plate post.
ElsBenz
10-26-2009, 09:37 PM #14

http://www.worldimpex.com/parts/mercedes...93945.html

Try this out.

It refences the part # in the skid plate post.

winmutt
bitbanger

3,468
10-27-2009, 08:29 AM #15
If that is the right part that is a good enough price where I might get one.

1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42
winmutt
10-27-2009, 08:29 AM #15

If that is the right part that is a good enough price where I might get one.


1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42

SurfRodder
Jackass Extraordinaire

611
10-27-2009, 11:03 PM #16
(10-27-2009, 08:29 AM)winmutt If that is the right part that is a good enough price where I might get one.

The price is good, but unless youre close enough to their shop (looks like MD) youre gonna have to pay ~60 bux to ship, min...

W123 Mods: 4 speed ** manual climate control ** '85 Kalitucky intake ** manual windows & full tint ** Euro headlights retrofit w/bixenon projectors ** 4 brake light mod ** Vogtland 50mm drop front & Lesjofors S600 drop rear springs ** 16" rims ** late w126 brake spindles, rotors & calipers ** full suspension rehab ** Bilstein HDs ** AL129X alternator & 1/0 starter and charging cables ** 300GD clutch/flywheel ** AFCO 80103N radiator & Earl's 41610 oil cooler ** custom block-off plate, remote oil filter & t-stat ** MW IP w/ tomnik's 6.5mm 'Holly' elements **

S124 Mods: 400E Rear subframe ** SL600 Brakes ** Late 300E 210mm diff ** SLK230 6 speed ** 17" CLK rims ** Vented RF Fender ** Facelift Hood, Headlights, and Lower Cladding **

OBK# 62
SurfRodder
10-27-2009, 11:03 PM #16

(10-27-2009, 08:29 AM)winmutt If that is the right part that is a good enough price where I might get one.

The price is good, but unless youre close enough to their shop (looks like MD) youre gonna have to pay ~60 bux to ship, min...


W123 Mods: 4 speed ** manual climate control ** '85 Kalitucky intake ** manual windows & full tint ** Euro headlights retrofit w/bixenon projectors ** 4 brake light mod ** Vogtland 50mm drop front & Lesjofors S600 drop rear springs ** 16" rims ** late w126 brake spindles, rotors & calipers ** full suspension rehab ** Bilstein HDs ** AL129X alternator & 1/0 starter and charging cables ** 300GD clutch/flywheel ** AFCO 80103N radiator & Earl's 41610 oil cooler ** custom block-off plate, remote oil filter & t-stat ** MW IP w/ tomnik's 6.5mm 'Holly' elements **

S124 Mods: 400E Rear subframe ** SL600 Brakes ** Late 300E 210mm diff ** SLK230 6 speed ** 17" CLK rims ** Vented RF Fender ** Facelift Hood, Headlights, and Lower Cladding **

OBK# 62

ElsBenz
Unregistered

3
11-03-2009, 08:00 AM #17
I ordered 2 of them to ship to Wisconsin and the shipping was only $11.00.

They came in and they are the correct Mercedes OEM skid plate.
ElsBenz
11-03-2009, 08:00 AM #17

I ordered 2 of them to ship to Wisconsin and the shipping was only $11.00.

They came in and they are the correct Mercedes OEM skid plate.

winmutt
bitbanger

3,468
11-03-2009, 03:50 PM #18
OOoOOOOoOOOoOOOO

Christmas list check!

1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42
winmutt
11-03-2009, 03:50 PM #18

OOoOOOOoOOOoOOOO

Christmas list check!


1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42

DeliveryValve
Superturbo

1,338
11-03-2009, 04:44 PM #19
(11-03-2009, 08:00 AM)ElsBenz I ordered 2 of them to ship to Wisconsin and the shipping was only $11.00.
....

I got a quote of 60 bucks to go to California a couple of weeks ago.

Gota love Mercedes Diesels!



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DeliveryValve
11-03-2009, 04:44 PM #19

(11-03-2009, 08:00 AM)ElsBenz I ordered 2 of them to ship to Wisconsin and the shipping was only $11.00.
....

I got a quote of 60 bucks to go to California a couple of weeks ago.


Gota love Mercedes Diesels!



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ForcedInduction
Banned

3,628
11-03-2009, 04:52 PM #20
(11-03-2009, 04:44 PM)DeliveryValve I got a quote of 60 bucks to go to California a couple of weeks ago.

Thats probably because California is a lot further from Maryland than Wisconsin.
ForcedInduction
11-03-2009, 04:52 PM #20

(11-03-2009, 04:44 PM)DeliveryValve I got a quote of 60 bucks to go to California a couple of weeks ago.

Thats probably because California is a lot further from Maryland than Wisconsin.

DeliveryValve
Superturbo

1,338
11-03-2009, 06:16 PM #21
(11-03-2009, 04:52 PM)ForcedInduction ...
Thats probably because California is a lot further from Maryland than Wisconsin.

You don't say! Wink



In any event it is still a good deal for added protection. Only if they offered the radiator protector cheap.


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Gota love Mercedes Diesels!



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DeliveryValve
11-03-2009, 06:16 PM #21

(11-03-2009, 04:52 PM)ForcedInduction ...
Thats probably because California is a lot further from Maryland than Wisconsin.

You don't say! Wink



In any event it is still a good deal for added protection. Only if they offered the radiator protector cheap.


.


Gota love Mercedes Diesels!



.

ForcedInduction
Banned

3,628
04-08-2010, 08:18 AM #22
My $5 find. I'll install it on the 240 along with a new lower pan on the next oil change.

It looks runny because I steamed it and covered it with rubberized undercoating.
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ForcedInduction
04-08-2010, 08:18 AM #22

My $5 find. I'll install it on the 240 along with a new lower pan on the next oil change.

It looks runny because I steamed it and covered it with rubberized undercoating.

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aaa
GT2256V

913
04-08-2010, 05:43 PM #23
Where's the rear half?
aaa
04-08-2010, 05:43 PM #23

Where's the rear half?

ForcedInduction
Banned

3,628
04-08-2010, 05:50 PM #24
There is no other part.
ForcedInduction
04-08-2010, 05:50 PM #24

There is no other part.

aaa
GT2256V

913
04-08-2010, 07:30 PM #25
Mine has two pieces to it. Maybe I should photograph it... it isn't all nice and steamed looking though.
aaa
04-08-2010, 07:30 PM #25

Mine has two pieces to it. Maybe I should photograph it... it isn't all nice and steamed looking though.

JB3
Superturbo

1,795
04-08-2010, 08:46 PM #26
what a stroke of luck, nice find! Can you take a profile picture of it for those of us who might try and make one based on these pics?

the nice thing about the skid plate in the initial video is that it also protects the radiator mount, unlike the factory skid plate which looks like it only protects the oil pan. My radiator was cracked from just such an impact right under the bumper, I wonder if your can just add to the factory plate going forwards to provide the protection?

heres a pic of the damage that destroyed my radiator, notice how all it really did was deform that support between the two radiator grommets, but it was enough the stress the plastic bottom and cause it the leak at the stress points.
   
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1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

JB3
04-08-2010, 08:46 PM #26

what a stroke of luck, nice find! Can you take a profile picture of it for those of us who might try and make one based on these pics?

the nice thing about the skid plate in the initial video is that it also protects the radiator mount, unlike the factory skid plate which looks like it only protects the oil pan. My radiator was cracked from just such an impact right under the bumper, I wonder if your can just add to the factory plate going forwards to provide the protection?

heres a pic of the damage that destroyed my radiator, notice how all it really did was deform that support between the two radiator grommets, but it was enough the stress the plastic bottom and cause it the leak at the stress points.
   


1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

ForcedInduction
Banned

3,628
04-15-2010, 06:10 AM #27
Interesting. That would explain the nutserts on the front of the pan but there was no second part on the vehicle I removed this from. Please post a picture of that front pan, I've never seen anything but the single main pan installed.
ForcedInduction
04-15-2010, 06:10 AM #27

Interesting. That would explain the nutserts on the front of the pan but there was no second part on the vehicle I removed this from. Please post a picture of that front pan, I've never seen anything but the single main pan installed.

Sour Diesel
Naturally-aspirated

12
04-18-2010, 11:09 AM #28
I would just build one, or have a local fab shop do it for you.
Use the factory mounting points. But make sure you attach it to the bumper bolts. Do this any way you have to. In the video the car had a piece of square stock connecting the two bumper brackets.
You notice that the skid plate is molded for strength. Use at least 3/16 aluminum.
Think about a rear diff cover and something for the rear control arms, ect.
I would study up on how to fab a prerunner or a rally racer.

Try driving on some forest roads with your diesel like that rally car. You might find out that your car has all the power it needs!

BTW any one broke a w123 control arm off yet. Looks weak, like it would tear out of the body of you hit a ditch or small rocks? Any ideas on this.
Sour Diesel
04-18-2010, 11:09 AM #28

I would just build one, or have a local fab shop do it for you.
Use the factory mounting points. But make sure you attach it to the bumper bolts. Do this any way you have to. In the video the car had a piece of square stock connecting the two bumper brackets.
You notice that the skid plate is molded for strength. Use at least 3/16 aluminum.
Think about a rear diff cover and something for the rear control arms, ect.
I would study up on how to fab a prerunner or a rally racer.

Try driving on some forest roads with your diesel like that rally car. You might find out that your car has all the power it needs!

BTW any one broke a w123 control arm off yet. Looks weak, like it would tear out of the body of you hit a ditch or small rocks? Any ideas on this.

JB3
Superturbo

1,795
04-18-2010, 05:01 PM #29
tore a tie rod off, have never heard of anyone having any issues with the lower control arm, unless of course you were jumping. Big Grin

The tie rod is way more exposed, and can hook rocks or curbs as I discovered.

Altogether though, the suspension is pretty robust, and fairly high off the ground, what with all of these things in service as taxis still.

1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

JB3
04-18-2010, 05:01 PM #29

tore a tie rod off, have never heard of anyone having any issues with the lower control arm, unless of course you were jumping. Big Grin

The tie rod is way more exposed, and can hook rocks or curbs as I discovered.

Altogether though, the suspension is pretty robust, and fairly high off the ground, what with all of these things in service as taxis still.


1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van

garage
Bush Taxi

893
04-18-2010, 06:28 PM #30
(04-18-2010, 11:09 AM)Sour Diesel I would just build one, or have a local fab shop do it for you.
Use the factory mounting points. But make sure you attach it to the bumper bolts. Do this any way you have to. In the video the car had a piece of square stock connecting the two bumper brackets.
You notice that the skid plate is molded for strength. Use at least 3/16 aluminum.
Think about a rear diff cover and something for the rear control arms, ect.
I would study up on how to fab a prerunner or a rally racer.

Try driving on some forest roads with your diesel like that rally car. You might find out that your car has all the power it needs!

BTW any one broke a w123 control arm off yet. Looks weak, like it would tear out of the body of you hit a ditch or small rocks? Any ideas on this.

Actually ive just been looking into getting one fabbed up for the 240D just purchased, one that protects the oil pan using factory placement, and connecting up to the radiator and on through to protect the bottom of the bumper, like the video hopefully.
I always catch myself reading up on prerunner fabrication, and looking at how to apply different aspects to these cars for better "performance".

Today was my 2nd time out running my benz in some dirtroads, today was actually pretty ballsy out there, some pretty ruff stuff.
and this car soaked up everything i gave it.

Im actually really interested in finding a rallyX event to compete in.
Is that a carbon fiber hood?
Or is it just painted black?
This post was last modified: 04-18-2010, 06:32 PM by garage.

1987 300D: EGR Delete, ARV Delete, Cold Air Intake...
garage
04-18-2010, 06:28 PM #30

(04-18-2010, 11:09 AM)Sour Diesel I would just build one, or have a local fab shop do it for you.
Use the factory mounting points. But make sure you attach it to the bumper bolts. Do this any way you have to. In the video the car had a piece of square stock connecting the two bumper brackets.
You notice that the skid plate is molded for strength. Use at least 3/16 aluminum.
Think about a rear diff cover and something for the rear control arms, ect.
I would study up on how to fab a prerunner or a rally racer.

Try driving on some forest roads with your diesel like that rally car. You might find out that your car has all the power it needs!

BTW any one broke a w123 control arm off yet. Looks weak, like it would tear out of the body of you hit a ditch or small rocks? Any ideas on this.

Actually ive just been looking into getting one fabbed up for the 240D just purchased, one that protects the oil pan using factory placement, and connecting up to the radiator and on through to protect the bottom of the bumper, like the video hopefully.
I always catch myself reading up on prerunner fabrication, and looking at how to apply different aspects to these cars for better "performance".

Today was my 2nd time out running my benz in some dirtroads, today was actually pretty ballsy out there, some pretty ruff stuff.
and this car soaked up everything i gave it.

Im actually really interested in finding a rallyX event to compete in.
Is that a carbon fiber hood?
Or is it just painted black?


1987 300D: EGR Delete, ARV Delete, Cold Air Intake...

ForcedInduction
Banned

3,628
05-25-2010, 06:38 PM #31
Is this what you're talking about?
   
ForcedInduction
05-25-2010, 06:38 PM #31

Is this what you're talking about?
   

GREASY_BEAST
Holset

411
05-28-2010, 08:33 PM #32
This is the full factory skid plate

[Image: Skid1.jpg]
GREASY_BEAST
05-28-2010, 08:33 PM #32

This is the full factory skid plate

[Image: Skid1.jpg]

 
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