Do I need the rubber mat under the engine?
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Do I need the rubber mat under the engine?
Hey guys,
I had a rubber mat that used to be pinned up under the car to cover the bottom of my engine as seen in the picture below. It was falling apart so I pulled it out. Does anyone know if this thing is really worth replacing or if it really helps protect the engine much?
I had a rubber mat that used to be pinned up under the car to cover the bottom of my engine as seen in the picture below. It was falling apart so I pulled it out. Does anyone know if this thing is really worth replacing or if it really helps protect the engine much?
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that is the splash guard to keep elements out of underneath the engine. i've taken it out of the past three jeeps ive owned with no ill effects.
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First thing I did to my 2000 70k mile XJ was pull that out before the first oil change. I've got just over 100k miles now with no ill effects. It's just a splash shield and not needed.
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Thanks for all the input. Glad to see it doesn't seem to be that important. I was definitely tired of that thing hanging down and had to toss it.
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Its garbage, but if you like to splash through water fast then look into some sort of a alternator shield, i still have to work out something for mine
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LOL, wouldn't call it a diaper. That infers it needs to be changed....frequently. And everyone know XJ's are "big boys". Sure, they have a few "accidents" but, it's usually attributed to parental relapse. Finally got my XJ potty-trained. No Leaks!!!!!!
Donate it to a YJ owner. They'll need it.
Donate it to a YJ owner. They'll need it.
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