ok so i picked up a ZJ gas tank skid plate from my local jy about 2 months ago. i was wondering what mods i need to do to the skid plate, if any, to get it to fit. and or if i need to mod my jeep in any way. dont remember the year of the ZJ but i hvae a 2000 XJ and no tow package if that helps. any info would he highly appreciated. thank you.

 

ok so i did a search and came up with 2 diff answers. i dont knw which ones right or if they both are. but i read that you can cut some of the sides and itll fit and i also read that you can drill new holes in the skid and it will fit right in.

 

anyone?

 

Pretty sure all you need to do is drill some new holes. Make a template from your frame rail, lay it on the skid and see where to drill.

 

I have one and all I did was match up the holes on the unibody rail to some cardboard and transfer them to the skid plate. I drilled the holes and mounted it right up. Works great and haven't had any problems with it yet. Definitely a great mod.

 

I know they are easier to find, but I was told they are thicker than those originally on xj's.... true?

 

I doubt it....

 

3/16" Thick