{"product_id":"gobi-x-sump-front-diff-bash-plate-ford-ranger-2023-onwards","title":"Gobi-X Sump \u0026 Front Diff Bash Plate — Ford Ranger (2023 onwards)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShort Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGobi-X Sump \u0026amp; Front Diff Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e bolts underneath the new-generation Ford Ranger to shield the sump and front differential from rocks and stumps. It's built from marine-grade aluminium, so it adds protection without piling on weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a rutted track or a rocky climb, the sump and front differential are usually the first things to make contact with the ground, and a hard knock can mean an oil leak or a cracked housing a long way from a workshop. This plate sits between those components and the terrain, bolted straight onto the Ranger's own chassis mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine-grade aluminium build\u003c\/strong\u003e – keeps the plate corrosion-resistant without piling on extra weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect bolt-on fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e – goes straight onto the Ranger's existing chassis mounting points with no changes to the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShields the sump and front differential\u003c\/strong\u003e – against rocks, stumps and other rough-terrain strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5182 marine-grade aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e – lighter than a comparable steel plate over the same area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks alongside other Gobi-X underbody plates\u003c\/strong\u003e – so you can build up protection across the rest of the chassis over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverlanders on remote gravel routes\u003c\/strong\u003e who cross rocky sections where the underbody can catch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical trail drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e who need the sump and diff protected when the Ranger's approach angle gets tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRanger owners planning a full underbody kit\u003c\/strong\u003e who want this plate to work alongside further Gobi-X protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone unsure about their Ranger's exact build\u003c\/strong\u003e and who wants us to confirm fitment before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLocal Support from 4Matt Campers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team helps Ford Ranger owners across the \u003cstrong\u003eWestern Cape\u003c\/strong\u003e fit the right underbody protection before a big trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gobi-X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e GX\/PP-BP\/FRI02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford Ranger (2023 onwards)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sump and front differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine-grade aluminium (5182 alloy), lighter than a comparable steel plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct bolt-on to factory chassis mounting points, no modifications required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates with other Gobi-X underbody protection products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gobi-X Expedition Gear, ISO 9001 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eQR code for the Gobi-X fitting instructions and fitting kit list\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOptional Fitment \/ Upgrade Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore you order, check these points with us:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm your Ranger's model year with us before ordering: this plate is for the new-generation Ford Ranger from 2023 onwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTell us if you're already running other Gobi-X underbody plates, so we can check how they work together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend professional fitting to the factory chassis mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gobi-x\"\u003eGobi-X range\u003c\/a\u003e to plan more underbody protection for your Ranger, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/4x4-parts-accessories\"\u003e4x4 parts and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e for the rest of your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this bash plate fit my Ranger?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's designed for the new-generation Ford Ranger from 2023 onwards. Confirm your model year with us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the plate made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarine-grade aluminium — 5182-grade alloy, which is lighter than a comparable steel plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt bolts directly to the factory chassis mounting points, with no modifications required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add more underbody protection later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, this plate is designed to work alongside other Gobi-X underbody protection products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gobi-X","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49160000078009,"sku":"GX\/PP-BP\/FRI02","price":5445.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/4587\/6409\/files\/FordBashPlate2.jpg?v=1789622734","url":"https:\/\/www.4mattcampers.co.za\/products\/gobi-x-sump-front-diff-bash-plate-ford-ranger-2023-onwards","provider":"4Matt Campers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}