Factory catalytic converter protection

[DougNuts]

I can confirm the W716831-S439 bolts and W719490-S439 U-Nuts are the correct hardware.

Did anyone else have trouble getting the bolts to thread through the nuts?

I have bolts PN W716831-S439 and originally purchased U-Nuts PN W717461-S439.

The bolts wouldn't thread through the nuts, so I did some research and ordered the W719490-S439 U-Nuts.

They are the same. It's like the nuts are thread forming. I am concerned that it will break the nut loose from the clip if I try any harder. It will thread properly until it gets to the tip of the nut. If I try the bolt through the top of the nut, it won't thread at all. Maybe too much galvanized or zinc coating?

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[nitrobass24]

So I installed this today on my 21 Powerboost. The front passenger side is nearly impossible due to the coolant lines and crash bar. I unbolted about 3 of the coolant line clips and it gave me some play to where I could get the bolt in there, but could not thread it in enough by hand to get my self enough room to get a socket and wratchet on it.

I ended up just removing it all together and just have the skid plate bolted on with 3 of the large bolts and the two 8mm up front. Its penty stable.

So for those of you with a PB, I would just skip the front right side. This could have been a 30-minute job and I spent about 1.5hrs just messing with this one corner.

 

[medtech1]

So I installed this today on my 21 Powerboost. The front passenger side is nearly impossible due to the coolant lines and crash bar. I unbolted about 3 of the coolant line clips and it gave me some play to where I could get the bolt in there, but could not thread it in enough by hand to get my self enough room to get a socket and wratchet on it.

I ended up just removing it all together and just have the skid plate bolted on with 3 of the large bolts and the two 8mm up front. Its penty stable.

So for those of you with a PB, I would just skip the front right side. This could have been a 30-minute job and I spent about 1.5hrs just messing with this one corner.

I am curious if you had the cheap cardboard plate installed before you put the metal one?

I bought the plate with all the bolts and nuts, a year ago and still need to install it. My F150 is a 2021 3.5L hybrid, so I'm curious if it has the same cooling hoses?

 

[nitrobass24]

I am curious if you had the cheap cardboard plate installed before you put the metal one?

I bought the plate with all the bolts and nuts, a year ago and still need to install it. My F150 is a 2021 3.5L hybrid, so I'm curious if it has the same cooling hoses?

Yes mine was ripping off, so I replaced it with the metal one.

 

[patrickLSE]

i ordered the plate and bolts/nuts today. hope the install goes well! ford parts had free shipping on them, not sure why.

 

[patrickLSE]

i ordered the plate and bolts/nuts today. hope the install goes well! ford parts had free shipping on them, not sure why.

Piece of cake! I have an fx4 so stock plates up front.

 

[okmurdog]

My 2024 did not come with anything covering the transmission pan or cats. I installed the Ford metal plate & oil access cover…will help with peace of mind in the event I encounter road debris. The Ford plate is certainly solid and sturdy.

 

[Satellite67]

My 2024 did not come with anything covering the transmission pan or cats. I installed the Ford metal plate & oil access cover…will help with peace of mind in the event I encounter road debris. The Ford plate is certainly solid and sturdy.

Looks great!

Can you post part numbers for the shield, oil access cover and bolts and nuts required?

I have 2024 King Ranch on order and want to be ready when it arrives.

Many thanks

 

[okmurdog]

Looks great!

Can you post part numbers for the shield, oil access cover and bolts and nuts required?

I have 2024 King Ranch on order and want to be ready when it arrives.

Many thanks

I used the info in this same thread - look back at Page 4

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/factory-catalytic-converter-protection.15148/post-325720

 

[Satellite67]

I used the info in this same thread - look back at Page 4

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/factory-catalytic-converter-protection.15148/post-325720

Thanks

I only see 2 U nuts for the larger bolts on the parts list.
Shouldn’t there be 4 required for installation?

 

[okmurdog]

Thanks

I only see 2 U nuts for the larger bolts on the parts list.
Shouldn’t there be 4 required for installation?

Yes, you are correct - 4 is needed. The package quantity of some of those fasteners is actually 4...you'll notice that when you go to the Ford parts website.

 

[Satellite67]

Yes, you are correct - 4 is needed. The package quantity of some of those fasteners is actually 4...you'll notice that when you go to the Ford parts website.

Thank you!

 

[24STX5.0]

Is there a cost-effective replacement for the FX4 front shield? It's unsightly and barely thicker than aluminum foil. I'd love to ditch it for something better that's not GI Joe/Overlander gear. Just something simple and effective.

 

[okmurdog]

Thank you!

Here's what I used:

1 large cover plate - HL3Z7222E
1 oil access cover plate - HL3Z7222F
4 large bolts - W716831S439 (1 package contains four bolts)
4 large quick nuts - W719490S439 (1 package contains four nuts)
5 smaller bolts - W500623S439 (1 package contains 3 bolts, will need 2 packages)
5 smaller quick nuts - W520813S439 (1 package contains 4 nuts, will need 2 packages)

 

[Satellite67]

Here's what I used:

1 large cover plate - HL3Z7222E
1 oil access cover plate - HL3Z7222F
4 large bolts - W716831S439 (1 package contains four bolts)
4 large quick nuts - W719490S439 (1 package contains four nuts)
5 smaller bolts - W500623S439 (1 package contains 3 bolts, will need 2 packages)
5 smaller quick nuts - W520813S439 (1 package contains 4 nuts, will need 2 packages)

Thanks again!

I think I should order now even though my truck won’t be available for maybe 6 months!

I don’t know if that makes me an optimist or a pessimist!?

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