Under Body Shield Kit , Part No. 12498474

[walc]

I'm thinking of buying the oem under body shield kit, for Tellico, Paragon, etc.
http://www.gmpartszone.com/PartPictures/271361%2012498474.jpg
Best price, I've found, is $307, which sounds pretty good.
I know that with my Jeep Wrangler Rubicon needed extra armor. Does the H3, in your experience, and is the oem 2 piece kit a good one?
TIA.

[walc]

I'm thinking of buying the oem under body shield kit, for Tellico, Paragon, etc.
http://www.gmpartszone.com/PartPictures/271361%2012498474.jpg
Best price, I've found, is $307, which sounds pretty good.
I know that with my Jeep Wrangler Rubicon needed extra armor. Does the H3, in your experience, and is the oem 2 piece kit a good one?
TIA.

[walc]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by walc:
I'm thinking of buying the oem under body shield kit, for Tellico, Paragon, etc.
http://www.gmpartszone.com/PartPictures/271361%2012498474.jpg
Best price, I've found, is $307, which sounds pretty good.
I know that my Jeep Wrangler Rubicon needed extra armor. Does the H3, in your experience, and is the oem 2 piece kit a good one?
TIA. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

[hmrlvr]

SLIGHTLY LESS EXPENSIVE HERE http://hummer.autowebaccessories.com/store/h3-under-bod...d1309_1316_13045.php (http://hummer.autowebaccessories.com/store/h3-under-body-shield-prod1309_1316_13045.php)

[walc]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by hmrlvr:
SLIGHTLY LESS EXPENSIVE HERE http://hummer.autowebaccessories.com/store/h3-under-bod...d1309_1316_13045.php (http://hummer.autowebaccessories.com/store/h3-under-body-shield-prod1309_1316_13045.php) </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks for the tip. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
I'm into saving money.

[First Hummer]

http://hummerpartspeople.com/SearchProduct.asp?Model=H3...sc=Under+Body+Shield (http://hummerpartspeople.com/SearchProduct.asp?Model=H3&catid=3339735586196075&year=06&productdesc=Under+Body+Shield) $297.50 here

[walc]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by First Hummer:
http://hummerpartspeople.com/SearchProduct.asp?Model=H3...sc=Under+Body+Shield (http://hummerpartspeople.com/SearchProduct.asp?Model=H3&catid=3339735586196075&year=06&productdesc=Under+Body+Shield) $297.50 here </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks very much. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
You guys are saving me money.
Any idea if this stuff is any good?

[westhillsat]

Someone had a post on the forum that their H3 pivoted on one of the sheilds, which was better than having it pivot on the part the shield protects. They were very happy with the kit.

I had the dealer install before I picked mine up. The dealer charged $370 or so including installation.

When we were in Calgary, Alberta a couple of years ago with our Montero Sport there was a big piece of metal that must have fallen off the bottom of a semi, we couldn't swerve around it, I believe the shield under the truck then helped it from having any damage. These things can protect on road also

[nmikes]

From personal experiance,the under carriage protection will hold your vehicle. I have gotten winched off rocks before and you can drag your vehicle on them and aside from your nerves as the rock scrapes along the underside of your vehicle you will be okay providing you don't get it snagged. I think a buddy of mine is going to come out with an aluminum plate to bolt over them to help prevent that. I've never seen or heard of it happening to a hummer but its not inconcievable.

[DarthKarl]

The OEM rocker bars and UC protection are cheap insurance if you are going to do any serious off roading. Both OEM accessories are, in my opinion, very tough and well built. Right now you will not find any better after market products.

[partsguy]

With their shipping it will cost you $2.00 off
retail The 1st site. The 2nd is much better.

[HIHUMMER]

Walc, I too am looking into some underbody protection before Tellico. Keep me posted if you find something further. I'll do the same! Thanks!

[walc]

Thanks very much everyone for the information. It is exactly what I needed to know.
This protection seems to be a good investment, even for moderate off-roading. Especially, because I have the oem 32" tires.
The best deal, including shipping, seems to be partsguy/Jeff.
HIHUMMER, I'll keep you posted. Please do likewise.

[RIC-H0]

I my experience, the OEM stuff may hold you up for a little while, but is not the best stuff around. I know Rubberduck came out with a skid plate for the H2 that was far superior to the OEM cage. The OEM cage would definetly bend and buckle under the weight of the vehicle, but you were able to bend it back with a little force after your wheeling excursion. For an entry level underbody cage, I'd say its good to have, but shop around before you make the purchase, and see if there is something hevier duty that may cost a few hundred more, but will withstand the riggors of much abuse! IMO

Ric-H0

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by nmikes:
From personal experiance,the under carriage protection will hold your vehicle. I have gotten winched off rocks before and you can drag your vehicle on them and aside from your nerves as the rock scrapes along the underside of your vehicle you will be okay providing you don't get it snagged. I think a buddy of mine is going to come out with an aluminum plate to bolt over them to help prevent that. I've never seen or heard of it happening to a hummer but its not inconcievable. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>If you get snagged, just pull harder. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif I hate the sound of rocks scraping the underside of the truck...

P.S. Don't listen to Ric. He doesn't own a HUMMER. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[KenP]

BTW, this is what I'm thinking about trying:

Taking some 1/4" plate and weld it to the stock UCP. Then cut some large holes for ventilation. Cheap and it should last a while.

[ETD]

Could we please see some photo's of the "shield" in situ? BTW, I am puzzled that the shield looks more like a net than a shield. How can it protect the under carriage from debris or rocks? Or maybe they are more for crevasses and such like on the Hollister Hill pics that are posted. I was hoping for more plate-like shields.

[HIHUMMER]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RIC-H2:
I my experience, the OEM stuff may hold you up for a little while, but is not the best stuff around. I know Rubberduck came out with a skid plate for the H2 that was far superior to the OEM cage. The OEM cage would definetly bend and buckle under the weight of the vehicle, but you were able to bend it back with a little force after your wheeling excursion. For an entry level underbody cage, I'd say its good to have, but shop around before you make the purchase, and see if there is something hevier duty that may cost a few hundred more, but will withstand the riggors of much abuse! IMO

Ric-H0 </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You need to hurry up and get your A$$ to VA so you can make me some rock sliders!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HIHUMMER:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RIC-H2:
I my experience, the OEM stuff may hold you up for a little while, but is not the best stuff around. I know Rubberduck came out with a skid plate for the H2 that was far superior to the OEM cage. The OEM cage would definetly bend and buckle under the weight of the vehicle, but you were able to bend it back with a little force after your wheeling excursion. For an entry level underbody cage, I'd say its good to have, but shop around before you make the purchase, and see if there is something hevier duty that may cost a few hundred more, but will withstand the riggors of much abuse! IMO

Ric-H0 </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You need to hurry up and get your A$$ to VA so you can make me some rock sliders!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>What's he doing coming here? I don't want a Hummerless Texan moving in. Damn. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ETD:
BTW, I am puzzled that the shield looks more like a net than a shield. How can it protect the under carriage from debris or rocks? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Heat dissapation for the t-case and transmission.

[Sewie]

Here's a couple pics I took when installing the UC protection, sorry no action shots. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif It may not be as beefy as the RB stuff for the H2, but its all that's out there right now AFAIK. It does feel pretty sturdy. And it definitely beats the stock protection over the TC.

[Sewie]

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[H3Eric]

In an earlier post there was a message that there was a new underbody protection kit available from GM. (this thread had to do with the modications to the rough country lift kit).

Does andybody have more news about this?

[ETD]

Sewie, thanks for the pics. Were they easy to put on? Any pitfalls in the installation that I need to avoid? Thank you.

[Sewie]

The install was pretty easy. The only problem I had was that my dealer had replaced one of the skidplate bolts with a shorter one. So I was playing musical bolts to get everything to fit. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

[Sewie]

A couple other items of note.

1. You lose about 1" of clearance. Would be nice to have ones that tucked up between the crossmembers.

2. They collect mud like a mofo! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[partsguy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Sewie:
A couple other items of note.

1. You lose about 1" of clearance. Would be nice to have ones that tucked up between the crossmembers.

2. They collect mud like a mofo! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE> http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifThey sure do!

[walc]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Sewie:
You lose about 1" of clearance.... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif Now, I have to think, again.
Is it worth losing 1" of clearance, when I only have 32" tires?
KenP's idea may be a better alternative; specifically:

"BTW, this is what I'm thinking about trying:
Taking some 1/4" plate and weld it to the stock UCP. Then cut some large holes for ventilation. Cheap and it should last a while."

[RIC-H0]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by walc:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Sewie:
You lose about 1" of clearance.... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif Now, I have to think, again.
Is it worth losing 1" of clearance, when I only have 32" tires?
KenP's idea may be a better alternative; specifically:

"BTW, this is what I'm thinking about trying:
Taking some 1/4" plate and weld it to the stock UCP. Then cut some large holes for ventilation. Cheap and it should last a while." </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Don't forget, if the skid plate is keeping the big rocks away from your undercarriage, it's also keeping lots of mud away from the pressure washer and out of site. You'd be surprised how much mud can accumilate ontop on things under there! It will pack up under there and eventually cause lots of heat build up! If you do make the skid plates, make them easily removable, maybe a rivets, and not welded.
IMO

Ric-H0

[RIC-H0]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HIHUMMER:
You need to hurry up and get your A$$ to VA so you can rub my new rocks and slide on them!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Fissed!!! Mo Betta! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[hmrlvr]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">If you can't be a good example...Then you might as well be a horrible warning! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Love that, did you think of that yourself? I have family in San Antonio, my wifes. It's nice there.

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by RIC-H2:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HIHUMMER:
You need to hurry up and get your A$$ to VA so you can rub my new rocks and slide on them!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Fissed!!! Mo Betta! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Rick, if you're moving to the Great Commonwealth, you better PM us now. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

As to the accumulating mud:<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> KenP
Posted 01-22-06 08:43 PM

http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/2606011751/m/5...621019351#7621019351 (http://elcova.com/groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/2606011751/m/5741088351/r/7621019351#7621019351)

Take an oscillating sprinkler and put it under your truck near the front and let it run for awhile, then move it to the middle, then rear. It does wonders. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Best I can do.

If you're really worried about it, take your UCP to a local welder and tell them what you want. It WILL be cheaper. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[DarthKarl]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Sewie:
They collect mud like a mofo! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

x2 Yes they do! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[RIC-H0]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by hmrlvr:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">If you can't be a good example...Then you might as well be a horrible warning! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
Love that, did you think of that yourself? I have family in San Antonio, my wifes. It's nice there. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
It's my lifes' philosophy! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Thanks...I love San Antonio. Big town with a small town feel, and there is always a party going on! The Rodeo is coming up, then comes Fiesta, then spring festivals, then summer festivals, then...!!!
Too bad I may be leaving S.A. for work!

Ric-H0

[RIC-H0]

[/QUOTE]Rick, if you're moving to the Great Commonwealth, you better PM us now. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
[/QUOTE]

I may be moving up there within the month of Feb. I'll keep y'all updated. I guess I'll just have to show you how it's done here in Texas! Bigger is always better! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

[CampMaster]

After you've had a few weeks to test them out... what do you think of them?

Is it worth the 1" loss in clearance??

[FormerJeeper]

Seems a hell of a lot of money for what is essentially 1" or so box section steel.

IMHO, it would be better to use this type of ladder framework and then add 1/4" plate over the top of it.

I know when we used to armor Jeeps for trails like Rubicon the thought of leaving stuff open like in these picures is less than ideal.

-C