Not sure about applying loctite to the retaining bolts is a good idea, especially on the front plate that needs to be removed continually to replace the oil filter cartridge. If the bolts were correctly torqued with shake proof washers, or split washers, I'd apply anti seize to the threads instead.
You could indeed fit spring washers instead, but I'd rather use the Loctite. If you use something like 243, it doesn't make them difficult to undo every 10,000km for the oil changes.
I use 243 all the time and even though it's not an aggressive type of loctite, the captive nuts in the chassis of Toyota's and many other 4wds, tend to accumulate a lot of dirt, mud etc that eventually causes corrosion and subsequently the continuous removal of the bolts to change oil filters every 10,000 causes those captive nut threads to eventually wear and strip. Personal preference, but then again personal experiences through a lot of years working in these 4wds, I'd use anti seize.
1. They are very strong. The edges are folded, which increases rigidity. I've hit them many times over the last 3 years, and never bent anything. 2. The plates cover the same surface area as the factory plates, which also don't have any ventilation (except for the small plate under the transmission). Cooling/temperature has never been an issue, even towing in the Australian desert. www.project200.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/factory-v-custom.jpg
@@austimages I am sorry, I thought it was aluminum. That stainless got me fooled. It still looks like the fold at the rear of the plate is going to fold into the pan under impact. Just a guess.
Perfect as usual Jamie. Diff breathers in the future?
Yes. Not too high up my list though, as I don't do much water!
Not sure about applying loctite to the retaining bolts is a good idea, especially on the front plate that needs to be removed continually to replace the oil filter cartridge. If the bolts were correctly torqued with shake proof washers, or split washers, I'd apply anti seize to the threads instead.
You could indeed fit spring washers instead, but I'd rather use the Loctite. If you use something like 243, it doesn't make them difficult to undo every 10,000km for the oil changes.
I use 243 all the time and even though it's not an aggressive type of loctite, the captive nuts in the chassis of Toyota's and many other 4wds, tend to accumulate a lot of dirt, mud etc that eventually causes corrosion and subsequently the continuous removal of the bolts to change oil filters every 10,000 causes those captive nut threads to eventually wear and strip. Personal preference, but then again personal experiences through a lot of years working in these 4wds, I'd use anti seize.
Would it be feasible to cut holes for sump plug and filter ?
I suppose you could, but it would weaken the structure. You'd want to reinforce around the holes and have the infill remain as part of the structure.
@@austimages thanks for the reply
1. No stiffener on protection
2. hot air from the collectors is trapped in the engine compartment - cracks are needed in the protections
1. They are very strong. The edges are folded, which increases rigidity. I've hit them many times over the last 3 years, and never bent anything.
2. The plates cover the same surface area as the factory plates, which also don't have any ventilation (except for the small plate under the transmission). Cooling/temperature has never been an issue, even towing in the Australian desert. www.project200.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/factory-v-custom.jpg
What's the ball park cost for this setup please?
Hi Rob, At the time of writing, the full three-plate kit was $530. You can find it here: ebay.to/2vw0B0m
The OEM gearbox pan protection plate looks beefier, would have left it there to be honest.
The factory one is very thin walled tube with a piece of sheet metal. The folded 4mm stainless is much stronger.
@@austimages I am sorry, I thought it was aluminum. That stainless got me fooled. It still looks like the fold at the rear of the plate is going to fold into the pan under impact. Just a guess.
could you install a roof rack and light bar
Not really keen on a roof rack. I'll probably add some small lighters to the bullbar wings in the future.
Australian Images ok dude
Lol, all of your goodies on your 200 series cost more than my entire Lexus LX470 several times over.