Is there anypoint to leaving the factory engine bay spash guard I guess its called. Im just tired of everytime I have to work on the underside of my engine I have to pull it off or have a buddy fold it to the side. I could make a small cover to protect the bottom of the alternator. All the pics I see on here no one seemes to have theirs on still. So I was wondering if there was any pros to leaving it on?

 

Well the pro would be that it keeps some splashes out.

Most people here, including me, remove it. It's more annoying than it's worth to me. I found it trapped all kinds of **** against my oil pan, I've got some pretty good rust as a result.

I installed a front skid that helps keep crap out. I suggest at least making a small shield for the alternator.

 

I live in a sand and salt environment. I find the splash guard keeps most sand and debris out of the engine bay, in conjunction with the front skid.
Before having one (and sitting 4" shorter) I would have sand on the valve cover, manifold and inside the hood.
I do have to spray out debris that accumulates around the front of oil pan. And the combination of front skid and splash guard make wrenching tough, but the splash is easily unclipped and folded forward.
The engine compartment of my wife's mini-van (garage kept) is covered in sand from driving when the wind is blowing.

 

If I did take it off I would put on a small guard for the alternator.

 

Mine has been gone for a long time. Only issue I have is if it's pouring outside and I drive thru a lot of puddles the belt gets wet and just about stalls. Other then that I like not having to so I can tell if and where something might be leaking.

 

Skid plate is plenty.

 

Thats one reason why im thinking of keeping it. I had a small lower radiator hose leak awhile back. I only caught it because I was checking oil and looking stuff over and saw the coolant on top of the guard.

 

The skid plate alone is great for running through the bush. But offers no protection to the alternator,belt, and engine bay. Also helps channel airflow. Guess it depends on the terrain and conditions your jeep is in.

 

Yup. I'm in the everglades so splash shields really don't work here. Lol

 

As an example of your last sentence, it's good enough where I live! Haven't had my alternator cack out since I put it on Voltage used to hit the deck and belt whine whenever I "washed the alternator"