Front Skid Plate

KegsBdry · Jun 4, 2020

Has anyone been able to find a link to a front skid plate that fits on an Explorer ST?

Found in link below:
https://uncrate.com/2020-ford-x-blood-type-racing-explorer-suv/

bluehalo · Jun 4, 2020

https://www.explorerst.org/threads/setina-skid-plate-and-pb-400.461/#post-4510

KegsBdry · Jun 4, 2020

I've looked through that thread; the skid plate is most of the undercarriage.

I'm looking for a front skid plate that just pops out a little bit (like in the picture). It gives the ST a more aggressive look.

KegsBdry · Jun 5, 2020

Got word from Blood Type Racing, those that did the custom job. They said it’s a FORD accessory! Now to find the Part #!

BlackJaxST · Jun 5, 2020

KegsBdry said:

Please share the details!

KegsBdry · Jun 5, 2020

Ford Parts is not nailing anything down specifically.

When I look at other Explorers, I'm starting to think Blood Type Racing might have painted the original Skid Plate and possibly cut the 4 inlet holes to get a more defined/aggressive look.

What do you all think?

Garda934 · Feb 19, 2021

https://setina.com/skid-plates-2/

Will work on the ST

blaster9 · Feb 19, 2021

Garda934 said:

Tried to email them to find out how to order and confirm fitment, but their email address returns as undeliverable...are they still in biz?

UNBROKEN · Feb 19, 2021

That original pic is just an XLT front clip with the silver part cut open and blacked out. That’s not an ST front.

Garda934 · Feb 19, 2021

Got it

FLHRXS · Apr 3, 2023

Reviving an old thread:

I have found two different skid plates that fit the Explorer Police Interceptor model. Can anyone confirm fitment on the 2023 Explorer ST?

1) Setina: https://setina.com/spec-your-vehicle/#skid_plate-tab (Choose 2023 ST, and click on Skid Plate- it looks like a one piece)

2) Pro-guard (looks like two separate places to be purchased individually): https://danasafetysupply.com/pro-gard-skid-plates-for-undercarriage-or-transmission/

Thanks!

Garda934 · Apr 3, 2023

Pro-Gard can fit more than one vehicle (Ford and Dodge) the Setina is for the Explorer only, better choice. Setina is a 2 piece design and covers more.

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FLHRXS · Apr 4, 2023

Garda934 said:

I contacted Setina to ask about fitment. They replied that they have never test fit it on a civilian model, but provided me the installation instructions. I am attaching them here in case there is anyone with enough knowledge of these vehicles (which I do not have) who can review and confirm fitment.

If anyone wants to buy, I found it here with free shipping (I have no affiliation with this vendor): https://www.valoroutfitters.com/shop-all-products

RCST · Apr 4, 2023

I've been trying to decide between the Setina plate or the factory Interceptor plate.

viking · Apr 4, 2023

FLHRXS said:

I contacted Setina to ask about fitment. They replied that they have never test fit it on a civilian model, but provided me the installation instructions. I am attaching them here in case there is anyone with enough knowledge of these vehicles (which I do not have) who can review and confirm fitment.

If anyone wants to buy, I found it here with free shipping (I have no affiliation with this vendor): https://www.valoroutfitters.com/shop-all-products

Just do it. Somebody has to be the guinea pig

Garda934 · Apr 4, 2023

It will fit without any modifications. This YouTube video show the underside of the ST:

FLHRXS · Apr 4, 2023

RCST said:

My thinking on this is that if the factory interceptor plate was adequate, Setina would not have bothered to make their own.

FLHRXS · Apr 4, 2023

Garda934 said:

Thanks. I ordered the Setina from the link I posted above. $349 with free shipping.

FLHRXS · Apr 13, 2023

It arrived today. Dang the box weighs a ton. Now I’m a bit concerned about the added weight. Oh well, it’s still going on and hopefully won’t have a noticeable MPG penalty during normal day to day driving.

Garda934 · Apr 13, 2023

FLHRXS said:

Yes the are heavy duty but now you will not have to worry about having the oil pan ever getting damaged from road debris.

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