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Originally Posted by Auntie Soshul
I bought my 2013 new, and to my knowledge, haven't NEEDED a skid plate in the past 7+ years. I don't off-road, although I do go on dirt roads occasionally. I've changed my own oil since the two free ones, and I'm trying to make the task easier. I have a Fumoto valve, a Motivx oil drain tool, and an oil canister wrench. What are the negatives of just removing the engine skid plate and the air deflector in front of it and leaving them off? My alternative is to buy an aftermarket skid with oil filter and drain access, but I'd like to avoid that expense if possible.
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On many vehicles, it would mean worse fuel economy and possibly more road noise, both related to underbody aerodynamics. Since these trucks love fuel and are relatively noisy, those reasons are out. Really you just run the risk of hitting something on the road and causing damage your skid would otherwise protect.
Not sure where you are located, but I’ve hit pretty moderate sized pieces of ice on the highways.
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