{"product_id":"vw-universal-buggy-baja-skid-plate-heavy-gauge-steel","title":"EMPI Skid Plate | VW Bug, Baja \u0026 Dune Buggy | Heavy-Gauge Steel Engine \u0026 Trans Guard (00-3194-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Universal Buggy \u0026amp; Baja Skid Plate — Heavy-Gauge Steel (00-3194-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOff-road environments put your engine and transaxle at constant risk from rocks and debris. A single impact to the oil pump or transmission case can end a trip and lead to expensive repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis universal skid plate provides a \u003cb\u003eheavy-duty barrier\u003c\/b\u003e for the underside of your air-cooled drivetrain. Made from \u003cb\u003eheavy-gauge steel\u003c\/b\u003e, it offers the structural protection needed for Beetles, Bajas, and Dune Buggies that see regular trail use. The kit includes the necessary mounting hardware to secure the plate to your chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAir-Cooled VW \u0026amp; Buggy:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits VW Type 1 Bug, Baja Bug, and most tube-chassis dune buggies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Gauge Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e Stamped steel construction for maximum impact resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrivetrain Protection:\u003c\/b\u003e Shields the engine, oil pump, and transaxle case from rocks and trail debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware Included:\u003c\/b\u003e Installation mounting hardware is supplied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e VW Type 1 Bug, Baja Bug, and most tube-chassis dune buggies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-gauge stamped steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-3194-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat does this skid plate fit?\u003c\/b\u003e It fits VW Type 1 Bug, Baja Bug, and most tube-chassis dune buggies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDoes it come with mounting hardware?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes. The kit includes the necessary mounting hardware to secure the plate to your chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I use it with a standard street exhaust?\u003c\/b\u003e No. It must be used with an off-road exhaust system and is not compatible with standard low-hanging street mufflers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-gauge stamped steel for maximum impact resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting up for the trail? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chassis-1\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/body-panels\"\u003eBody Panels\u003c\/a\u003e, and our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dune-buggy\"\u003eDune Buggy\u003c\/a\u003e catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eMust be used with an off-road exhaust system.\u003c\/b\u003e This plate is not compatible with standard low-hanging street mufflers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44777489530995,"sku":"00-3194-0","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-3194-0-500x702.jpg?v=1776026241","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/vw-universal-buggy-baja-skid-plate-heavy-gauge-steel","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}