{"product_id":"juggernaut-2024-ford-ranger-ranger-raptor-transfer-case-skid-plate","title":"Juggernaut 2024+ Ford Ranger \/ Ranger Raptor Transfer Case Skid Plate","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"hero-title\"\u003eJuggernaut 2024+ Ford Ranger \/ Ranger Raptor Transfer Case Skid Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #666; font-size: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003eBolt-On Underbody Armor. No-Drill Installation. Made in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eYour Last Line of Defense Out Back\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Ranger's \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003etransfer case hangs below the frame rail\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most exposed driveline component under the truck, sitting low behind the transmission right where trail obstacles and highway debris hit first. The \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003eJuggernaut Transfer Case Skid Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e puts armor between that housing and whatever the road throws at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cracked transfer case housing means a tow, a four-figure repair, and a truck that can't send power to the front axle. Ours is \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003e1\/4\" 5052 aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e, powder-coated black, CNC plasma-cut and press-brake formed in our Wheat Ridge, Colorado shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"benefit-title\"\u003eWhy Choose Juggernaut Protection?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003eThe Pain:\u003c\/strong\u003e The transfer case hangs low behind the transmission and takes the hit last — one rock strike can crack the housing and leave you without front-axle power.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003eThe Juggernaut Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1\/4\" 5052 aluminum plate that bolts to factory mounting points and shields the transfer-case housing from impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Juggernaut Ford Ranger transfer case skid plate, product angle shot showing the aluminum plate\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/6167\/7077\/files\/juggernaut-ranger-transfer-case-skid-plate-product-angle.webp?v=1790243169\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features: Ranger Transfer Case Skid Plate\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eNo Drilling Required\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eBolt-on installation using factory mounting points — no holes, no modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003e1\/4\" 5052 Aluminum\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eCNC plasma-cut and press-brake formed for a precise, factory-tight fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTransfer Case Protection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eCovers the transfer-case housing, the most exposed driveline component under the truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eRust-Resistant by Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eAluminum can't rust the way steel plates do, and it's powder coated on top of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003ePowder-Coated Black\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eA durable black finish adds abrasion resistance on top of aluminum's natural corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAll Hardware Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eEverything you need ships in the box — no trip to the hardware store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95em; color: #555; margin: 0;\"\u003eDesigned, cut, and finished in Colorado. Backed by a lifetime warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-section reverse\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eBuilt for the Ranger and Ranger Raptor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered specifically for the \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003e2024-current Ford Ranger\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003eRanger Raptor\u003c\/strong\u003e, matching their factory underbody geometry and mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-value\"\u003e1\/4\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-label\"\u003e5052 Aluminum Thickness\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-value\"\u003e10 lb\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-label\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-value\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePowder Coat Finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-value\"\u003eLifetime\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Juggernaut transfer case skid plate installed underneath a Ford Ranger behind the transmission\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/6167\/7077\/files\/juggernaut-ranger-transfer-case-skid-plate-installed-1.webp?v=1790243169\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eFitment: Ford Ranger \u0026amp; Ranger Raptor\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003e2024-current Ford Ranger and 2024-current Ford Ranger Raptor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWill not fit vehicles with a 4\"+ suspension lift — aftermarket drop brackets and crossmembers interfere with the factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Cost Comparison Section --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 40px !important; margin-bottom: 20px !important; color: #2c3e50 !important; border-bottom: 2px solid #926f3d !important; padding-bottom: 5px !important; display: inline-block !important;\"\u003eInvestment vs. Repair Cost Reality Check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgba(220, 53, 69, 0.1), rgba(108, 117, 125, 0.1)) !important; padding: 2em !important; border-radius: 10px !important; border-left: 4px solid #dc3545 !important; margin: 2em 0 !important; display: block !important; box-sizing: border-box !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(200px, 1fr)); gap: 20px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: bold; color: #dc3545;\"\u003e$2,500+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eCracked Transfer Case Repair\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: bold; color: #dc3545;\"\u003e$400+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eEmergency Tow From the Trail\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: bold; color: #dc3545;\"\u003eDays\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eTruck Down for Repairs\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: bold; color: #28a745;\"\u003eOne-Time\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eJuggernaut Protection Investment\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 15px; font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003e*Repair and towing costs are general estimates and vary by shop, region, and vehicle condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Comparison Table --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 30px !important; margin-bottom: 15px !important; color: #2c3e50 !important; text-align: center;\"\u003eAluminum vs. Steel — Why We Build in 1\/4\" Aluminum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"comparison-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat Matters Underbody\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOur 1\/4\" 5052-H32 Aluminum\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical 3\/16\" Steel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResistance to Bending\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"check\"\u003e✓ Higher — bend resistance rises with the square of thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cross\"\u003e✗ Baseline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"check\"\u003e✓ About half — easier on payload\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cross\"\u003e✗ Heavier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrosion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"check\"\u003e✓ Won't rust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"cross\"\u003e✗ Rusts where the coating chips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface Hardness (drag over rock)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSofter — can gouge on granite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"check\"\u003e✓ Harder — steel's real edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"check\"\u003e✓ Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften Sold Separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"check\"\u003e✓ Made in USA (Colorado)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: rgba(220, 53, 69, 0.15) !important; border-left: 4px solid #dc3545 !important;\" class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #dc3545; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCA Residents: ⚠️ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - \u003ca style=\"color: #dc3545; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 30px !important; margin-bottom: 15px !important; color: #2c3e50 !important; border-bottom: 2px solid #926f3d !important; padding-bottom: 5px !important;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0 !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; border-radius: 5px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 10px 15px !important; background-color: #f5f5f5 !important; display: block !important; list-style: none !important; position: relative !important; text-decoration: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 8px !important; font-weight: bold !important; display: inline-block !important; width: 1em !important; text-align: left !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e What does this skid plate protect?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1em !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; color: #555 !important;\"\u003eYour Ranger's \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003etransfer-case housing\u003c\/strong\u003e, the most exposed driveline component under the truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0 !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; border-radius: 5px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 10px 15px !important; background-color: #f5f5f5 !important; display: block !important; list-style: none !important; position: relative !important; text-decoration: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 8px !important; font-weight: bold !important; display: inline-block !important; width: 1em !important; text-align: left !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e Does this fit the Raptor too?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1em !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; color: #555 !important;\"\u003eYes — it fits both the \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003e2024-current Ford Ranger\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003e2024-current Ranger Raptor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0 !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; border-radius: 5px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 10px 15px !important; background-color: #f5f5f5 !important; display: block !important; list-style: none !important; position: relative !important; text-decoration: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 8px !important; font-weight: bold !important; display: inline-block !important; width: 1em !important; text-align: left !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e Will this work with a lifted Ranger?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1em !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; color: #555 !important;\"\u003eNot with a \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003e4\"+ suspension lift\u003c\/strong\u003e — aftermarket drop brackets and crossmembers interfere with the factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0 !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; border-radius: 5px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 10px 15px !important; background-color: #f5f5f5 !important; display: block !important; list-style: none !important; position: relative !important; text-decoration: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 8px !important; font-weight: bold !important; display: inline-block !important; width: 1em !important; text-align: left !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e Is installation difficult?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1em !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; color: #555 !important;\"\u003eNo. The plate bolts to your Ranger's existing factory mounting points — \u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 700 !important;\"\u003eno drilling or cutting required\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0 !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; border-radius: 5px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 10px 15px !important; background-color: #f5f5f5 !important; display: block !important; list-style: none !important; position: relative !important; text-decoration: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 8px !important; font-weight: bold !important; display: inline-block !important; width: 1em !important; text-align: left !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e Is there an install guide available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1em !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; color: #555 !important;\"\u003eA step-by-step written guide for this specific plate isn't published yet — check back soon, or reach out and we can walk you through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0 !important; margin-bottom: 10px !important; border-radius: 5px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 10px 15px !important; background-color: #f5f5f5 !important; display: block !important; list-style: none !important; position: relative !important; text-decoration: none !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 8px !important; font-weight: bold !important; display: inline-block !important; width: 1em !important; text-align: left !important;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e Does adding a skid plate void my vehicle warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1em !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; color: #555 !important;\"\u003eNo — under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, bolt-on aftermarket parts can't void your factory warranty on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n","brand":"Juggernaut USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50202133135637,"sku":"jg-ranger-transfer-skid-blk","price":369.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/6167\/7077\/files\/juggernaut-ranger-transfer-case-skid-plate-installed-2.webp?v=1790243169","url":"https:\/\/extrailauto.com\/products\/juggernaut-2024-ford-ranger-ranger-raptor-transfer-case-skid-plate","provider":"ExtrailAuto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}