Need advice on Tummy Tuck

[dcgayhart]

I’m ready to do a Tummy Tuck. I bent the crap out of my stock T-case skid last weekend and had to drive my 1 ton van over it to reshape.

I have the JKS 1” MML plus 1.25 BL. Got the SYE, adjustable upper rear CA’s and Tom Woods driveshaft installed. I had TW leave room for the Tummy tuck when they built the CV shaft. I’m leaning towards of the Nthdegree but had heard there are a number of issues with fit on the maximum clearance installation. I’m not afraid of a little work and I do want to most benefit but don’t want to re-engineer the body pan to fit the Tummy Tuck.

Does anyone have experience the Nthdegree installation? From the pictures on there web site the auto tranny pan is low, should I get the auto tranny skid at the same time?

How about other manufacturers? I like the 33rd engineering design but it looks to me to be weak in the 3/16 skid plate.

Any ideas where to get the best deal?

Danny

[DsrtJeeper]

Grab the Nth Degree and don't look back. It's sweet and it's heavy duty. SavageSun runs one along with another wheeling friend of mine. I first saw it in Moab at the manufacturers display area. I was impressed then and I'm impressed now. The 33 Engineering skid is nice as well. 33 Engineering can get away with 3/16th's plate because it uses a seperate crossmember for the transfer case mount.

The extra thickness of some skids are'nt worth a hill of beans due to their poor design. My old skid was 1/4" thick and bent farely easy due to a lack of reinforcement from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that anything can be bent or broken in this sport. Sometimes you actually do get what you pay for. ;)

[dcgayhart]

Do you buy direct, or is there a less costly outlet?

[Wind_Danzer]

I'm not familiar with any of the local 4x4 shops carrying Nth Degree. I know Nick at Performance Off Road had posted asking for our opinions on him carrying the skid plate line. Not sure if he has decided to do so or not.

[marsquatch]

http://www.tntcustoms.com/ I have one for my XJ and it's BEEFY! Getting ready to install their Y-link LA, too. Either Bob or Matt can help you out.

Martin

[SavageSun4x4]

I run the Nth and the install was simple and quick, albeit I had the MML/BL already on. Be sure to LOCK-TITE the flat heads as I have had them come loose on me before.

Be sure to measure your rear pinion angle after the install. Should be approx -1 or 2 degrees below the DS. This could put your pinion at an extreme angle to the ground. As much as +16 degrees. IF SO you will need to insure oil is going to get to the pinion bearing. CRITCAL if you drive it. That said:

Stop down at your local ACE/HD and pick up a 1/2" 'street elbow', brass or iron [I like the brass]. Teflon tape it, remove your 1/2" fill plug and screw in you elbow. Tighten until the elbow is vertical. Fill with oil until it reaches the top of your elbow, screw in your 1/2" plug into the top of the elbow and your set as a DD w a good supply of oil reaching your pinion. Enjoy.

[KnetAZ]

The install is pretty straightforward, plus they come with GREAT instructions.

You already have a BL, so you are all set.

Probably the best single mod I did.

[Devil Man]

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[FrenchChili]

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Your rollcage has more scratches then your underbody :D gnek! gnek!

[Devil Man]

Your rollcage has more scratches then your underbody :D gnek! gnek!
:D :D :D :D