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1/4-Inch Deep-Stamped Aluminum. 100% Bolt-On. Integrated Oil Service Ports.
Adventure-Ready Armor for Your UndercarriageAre you concerned about damaging your Forester Wilderness or Crosstrek while exploring the trail? The RIVAL Premium Aluminum Engine Skid Plate is engineered to provide superior protection for your engine and oil pan, allowing you to tackle off-road obstacles with total peace of mind.
Made from 1/4-inch (6mm) thick, deep-stamped aluminum alloy, this armor combines a lightweight design with exceptional structural rigidity. It shields your vital components from jagged rocks, logs, and scrapes without the heavy weight penalty of steel, preserving your Subaru's precise handling and fuel economy.
The Problem & The Solution:The Pain: Factory plastic guards offer zero impact protection and easily shatter, leaving your aluminum oil pan vulnerable to expensive trail damage.
The RIVAL Solution: We provide a 100% No-Drill system weighing only 26 lbs. Reinforced with deep-stamped stiffening ribs, it deflects hits that would otherwise result in catastrophic engine failure.
Key Features: RIVAL Engineering
Directly mounts to existing factory holes. No drilling, cutting, or permanent modifications are required to your Subaru’s chassis.
At only 26 lbs, this plate is up to 30% lighter than steel, ensuring your suspension doesn't sag and your MPG stays high.
Automotive-grade deep stamping adds reinforcing ribs, creating a 3D structure that is significantly stronger than a flat plate.
Marine-grade aluminum alloy finished with a zinc primer and powder coating. It will never rust, even when gouged or scratched on rocks.
Integrated access ports allow for quick oil filter and drain plug service without ever needing to remove the skid plate.
Engineered to hug the engine's contours, maintaining the maximum possible ground clearance for technical trail driving.
Strategically placed apertures prevent the buildup of trail debris, water, and snow against your vital engine sensors.
Mounting points utilize recessed hardware to ensure bolt heads aren't sheared off when sliding over large technical obstacles.
"The fitment on my Crosstrek was absolute perfection. I've taken a few direct hits on rocks that definitely would have ended my day with the stock plastic cover. It’s incredibly light, doesn't rattle, and makes oil changes a breeze. If you take your Subaru off the pavement, this is mandatory armor."
- Mark D., Subaru Adventure Owner ⚠️ Fitment SpecificsFORESTER NOTE: This plate is designed specifically for the 2022-2024 Forester Wilderness. It will NOT fit standard Forester trims (Premium, Sport, Limited) due to different subframe configurations. It is fully compatible with ALL 2018+ Crosstrek models.
*Estimates based on current Subaru dealership service rates for the 2.0L and 2.5L boxer engines.*
| Feature | RIVAL 1/4" Aluminum | Generic 3/16" Steel | OEM Plastic Guard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | ✓ 26 lbs (Lightweight) | ✗ 45+ lbs (Heavy) | ✓ 5 lbs |
| Oil Change Ports | ✓ Included | ✗ Often Requires Removal | ✓ Included |
| Rust Resistance | ✓ 100% Rust-Proof | ✗ Corrodes when chipped | ✓ N/A |
| Impact Strength | ✓ High (Stiffened Ribs) | ✓ High | ✗ Minimal/Dust only |
Precision-engineered for the following Subaru models:
2022-2025 Subaru Forester Wilderness Only 2018-2025 Subaru Crosstrek (All Trims & Wilderness)What's In The Box: 1x Deep-stamped aluminum skid plate, full steel bracket mounting kit, corrosion-resistant fasteners, and step-by-step installation instructions.
No. This specific plate is optimized for the Wilderness edition's ride height and subframe. It will not fit standard Forester trims such as the Premium, Sport, or Limited.
Yes, this plate is 100% compatible with all Subaru Crosstrek trims from 2018 to current, including the Wilderness and standard 2.0L or 2.5L variants.
It’s very simple. RIVAL includes precisely cut service ports that align with your drain plug and oil filter. You can perform standard maintenance without removing the plate from the vehicle.
No. This is a 100% bolt-on armor system. It uses the existing factory mounting points on your Subaru's frame for a clean and simple installation.
No. Aluminum does not rust. Combined with RIVAL's powder-coated finish and zinc-coated brackets, this plate is built to survive salt-heavy winters and muddy trails for the life of the vehicle.
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The regulation requires the State of California to revise and republish yearly a list of chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. The current list contains over 900 naturally occurring and synthetic chemicals. This regulation also requires manufacturers to place warnings on products that contain any of the chemicals listed by the State of California. No other states require warnings of this nature, and products with Prop 65 warning language are legal to sell in all states. Detailed information regarding requirements for compliance to the California Prop. 65 is can be found at: www.P65Warning.ca.gov
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The wait time was more than I anticipated even after seeing the notification of long lead times. I have to give them props for giving some compensation for the excessive wait time. Having slightly larger holes would help with fitment. Had a hard time getting the front drivers side away from the pinch weld. Eventually had to use washers to add space away from the truck. Need to update pictures and instalation video for the new sliders they are now making
All packing and shipment were great, everything was there. I had to contract out the install because of arthritis, it took them two hours and looks perfect. Zero wind noise at any speed 0 to 100.
Absolutely love my new rack and roam cases. Appreciate the Sherpa crew as well for their hospitality while the installation was taking place.
Fit and finish is excellent. Looks great on the Bronco. No whistling noise at all, some additional wind noise over 60mph but not much different than it was without the rack. Assembly was not too difficult. Instructions and videos could be a little better.
The quality and dedication of the team at Sherpa is evident from the very first interaction with them, and is further proven in the product itself. This rack is well engineered, easy to assemble, easy to adjust, and holds up incredibly well with no loosening or rattling or shifting (even after over 200 miles of driving on poorly maintained roads). Currently operating with approximately 180 pounds of gear mounted on the bed rack and no issues at all so far. I expected the vibration to work the bolts loose over time, but every time I check they're all still snug. My only regret is that I didn't pull the trigger and get this rack sooner.
First of all, the team at Sherpa is full of passion for adventure and that passion shows in the quality of their products. This roof rack looks incredible and surprised me with it's sturdiness. No loosening of hardware, even after weeks of driving. Currently holding approximately 80 pounds of gear for everyday driving, plus an additional 110 strapped on top during a camping trip (and I even stood on top of the entire loadout). No warping, bending, twisting, or slipping. The fact that this matches the bed rack perfectly in height is the icing on the cake. Easily serves as a tie off for a tarp, rain fly, hammock, or whatever you need. Perfect for modular campsite setup and quick teardown.
I bought the Sherpa Crestone rack for my 2024 4Runner TRD Pro. Incredibly well-made and excellent design. Spend the extra , to get best roof rack in the market. You won’t regret it.
This is our first roof rack that we are going to use to put a RRT (roof top tent) on for back country trips. Well-built product that came with all the nuts, bolts and washers to complete the installation. Took about 1-1/2 to 2 hours install the rack. You will another person to help place the racks on top of the Jeep for final install. Overall, a great, well-built American product
Install was super easy. The quality was great. Customer service was quick to respond to any issues! I’ve already been getting compliments on it and what brand it is. This will be great for camping this year!
This is on my tundra absolutely solid rack looks fantastic extremely modular, which is why I went this route. I can use the whole rack when traveling and over landing then rock the chase rack only when the rest is not in use, I actually use the recovery traction board mounts for my shower room set up, which works amazingly just relocated the board somewhere shown in picture keep innovating TUWAand I’ll keep purchasing.
Good looking cat shields made of stainless steel with cooling holes. Priced well, easy install, no issues. Would buy again.
Great service from their staff. Robert help me through all the process with a request I had, he responded all emails in a timely manner and provided great help.
We received it within 3 days and installed the same day. Great awning and very well made.
the tent is very nice, comfortable and roomy.
Following the instructions was fairly easy. Its better to have second person to set it up. I really like the tent and the support that from ExtrailAuto. Really recommeded! Thanks
