Factory catalytic converter protection

[Babbage]

I took my new pan straight to the blaster then had it powder coated quite heavily. ….. total added cost 135 cashola

https://talonsgarage.com/products/f...id-plate-catalytic-converter-shield-2009-2023

They do sell aluminum ones that will never rust. Cost as much as you have spent. Bonus: comes with a way to get to oil plug without taking the whole thing off. Bonus 2: Anti-cat theft.

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[AndreB]

Am I reading that right says fits 17-24. 23 falls in that category. Lol. And that's the part that'll replace the cardboard fx4 so called skid plate right

You are reading the same thing as me. I will let you know when mine will be in and installed (by me).

 

[Lricaud81]

You are reading the same thing as me. I will let you know when mine will be in and installed (by me).

Sounds good. Can't wait to find out. O and post pics too if you can

 

[AndreB]

https://talonsgarage.com/products/f...id-plate-catalytic-converter-shield-2009-2023

They do sell aluminum ones that will never rust. Cost as much as you have spent. Bonus: comes with a way to get to oil plug without taking the whole thing off. Bonus 2: Anti-cat theft.

My local (Canadian) dealer had a jobber aluminum version, but I ordered the original ford one.

 

[Powerboost902]

You dont get a rattle from frontof guard without being bolted in?

Hey, thanks for the info. Really appreciated it. I did this mod today on my ‘21 FX4 Sport. The 2017-20 Raptor skid plate was a “bolt-on” with nutzerts and bolts from Ford. Love the peace of mind and no more saggy diaper looking truck!

Please help me understand - this is a metal replacement for the crappy fabric undercarriage piece? Is it compatible with the Powerboost?

yep. “Bolt-on” with nutzerts and bolts.

 

[GJG]

https://talonsgarage.com/products/f...id-plate-catalytic-converter-shield-2009-2023

They do sell aluminum ones that will never rust. Cost as much as you have spent. Bonus: comes with a way to get to oil plug without taking the whole thing off. Bonus 2: Anti-cat theft.

Installed the Talon on my truck today. Black powder coat. One man job with a floor jack to lift it into place. Slide it foward onto the 2 front bolts. Lift it to bring the rear up againt the rear cross member. install bolts tighten front and rear. All done.

 

[Babbage]

Installed the Talon on my truck today. Black powder coat. One man job with a floor jack to lift it into place. Slide it foward onto the 2 front bolts. Lift it to bring the rear up againt the rear cross member. install bolts tighten front and rear. All done.

Nice choice! Post a picture!

 

[jmargo]

Just moved mine to our 23 powerboost. Odd thing was no fiber shield and it's an FX4. Did they stop at some point ?

 

[fordtruckman2003]

Just moved mine to our 23 powerboost. Odd thing was no fiber shield and it's an FX4. Did they stop at some point ?

It seems totally random when they skipped it but we know they are not really required.

 

[AndreB]

Sounds good. Can't wait to find out. O and post pics too if you can

Hi
The skid plate finally arrived at my dealer. I just installed it. 30 minutes tops (I must admit that I have a car lift, so it makes the job easier).

Recap: I have a 2023 f150 Lariat (November 2023 built) with the FX4 trim, SuperCrew Cab, 6 1/2 foot bed and the 5.0L Coyote engin.

No obstructions during the install, some have 2 hoses in the way of one of the bolts, but I guess that this probably depends on the engine and/or Cab configuration.

2 bags of parts, one bag for the bolts and one bag for the nuts. Also need 2 x (M6 x 1.0 x 20mm bolts) plus 2 x 1/4" washers for the front part of the skid plate.

My truck did not have the felt plate under the catalytic converters. The 2 nuts were in the 2 holes though.

The prices on my bill are in Canadian $$.

 

[Lricaud81]

Hi
The skid plate finally arrived at my dealer. I just installed it. 30 minutes tops (I must admit that I have a car lift, so it makes the job easier).

Recap: I have a 2023 f150 Lariat (November 2023 built) with the FX4 trim, SuperCrew Cab, 6 1/2 foot bed and the 5.0L Coyote engin.

No obstructions during the install, some have 2 hoses in the way of one of the bolts, but I guess that this probably depends on the engine and/or Cab configuration.

2 bags of parts, one bag for the bolts and one bag for the nuts. Also need 2 x (M6 x 1.0 x 20mm bolts) plus 2 x 1/4" washers for the front part of the skid plate.

My truck did not have the felt plate under the catalytic converters. The 2 nuts were in the 2 holes though.

The prices on my bill are in Canadian $$.

Thanks great writeup. Gives me confidence it'll fit mine. Only difference with mine and your truck is Mines an stx and 5 1/2 bed. Might have to go ahead and order one

 

[TeamCanada]

Hi
The skid plate finally arrived at my dealer. I just installed it. 30 minutes tops (I must admit that I have a car lift, so it makes the job easier).

Recap: I have a 2023 f150 Lariat (November 2023 built) with the FX4 trim, SuperCrew Cab, 6 1/2 foot bed and the 5.0L Coyote engin.

No obstructions during the install, some have 2 hoses in the way of one of the bolts, but I guess that this probably depends on the engine and/or Cab configuration.

2 bags of parts, one bag for the bolts and one bag for the nuts. Also need 2 x (M6 x 1.0 x 20mm bolts) plus 2 x 1/4" washers for the front part of the skid plate.

My truck did not have the felt plate under the catalytic converters. The 2 nuts were in the 2 holes though.

The prices on my bill are in Canadian $$.

How is access to the oil drain now? I see others have ground out some space to access the bolt easier.

 

[AndreB]

I will see at my first oil change if I need to either drill an access hole, grind some material off of just simply remove the skid plate. Sorry, not there yet.

 

[NiftyF150]

$209 to pickup from my local dealer with bolts & clips. This should go nicely with the Ford Performance skid plate that should arrive tomorrow. Excited to finally have some protection underneath the truck & I like using OEM parts when I can.

Thanks to everyone that has contributed to this thread!

 

[powerboatr]

I used part of the diaper to make an access panel for oil change. My dealer service tech had no issues using it and putting it back on ??

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