E30 Chassis Mount Skid Plate

We've all heard the E30 horror stories of smashed oil pans and engine damage that follows. You have a few options, either you drive extremely careful and hope nothing happens, or take the proactive approach and buy a quality skid plate.

Chassis mounted, structural reinforcement, 24v swap compatible, provisions for airflow, serves as a splash guard..... the list goes on and on. Whether this skid plate is protecting you from regular road hazards or sliding off the track, the Turner skid plate is a comprehensive protection plan to keep your E30 safe and on the road.

This Turner skid plate is not just a protective shield; it's your engine's guardian against foreign objects and the perils of challenging roads. Its primary function is to keep your engine safe from potential damage caused by debris and hazards on the road. Beyond impact protection, it also serves as a reliable splash guard, preventing water, mud, and other elements from reaching critical components.

Featuring two 1.5" outer diameter A36 steel supports that mount directly on the chassis rails, these serve as front mounts for the provided A36 tubular steel "halo," which securely mounts to the front subframe. When bolted together, the uprights and tubular halo double as a rigid front subframe brace, providing an additional bonus.

In summary, this E30 skid plate is a multifaceted solution – a robust defender of your engine, a dependable splash guard, and a contributor to the enhanced chassis stiffness that translates to improved performance on the road.

Developed on both a stock 325is (M20) and an S54 swap car, our engineers dedicated time to ensure compatibility with both standard and 24v swapped cars. Constructed with tubular steel and 1/8" thick 5052 aluminum, our skid plate comes as a comprehensive 4-piece kit with included hardware for easy installation and incredible durability.

Features and benefits:

• Rugged, sophisticated, good looking
• Maximum underbody protection
• Compatible with 24v swap cars
• Doubles as front subframe brace
• Includes installation hardware
• Made in the U.S.A

Design:

• Laser-etched front design for proper engine bay airflow
• Frame rail mounted supports
• Tubular brace to "halo" around the oil pan
• 1.0" and 1.5" A36 tubular construction
• 1/8" thick solid 5052 aluminum sheet metal skid plate

Compatibility:

• Confirmed vehicle fitment is standard M20 cars (325i, IS, E, and ES), and all E30's sporting a 24v swap with the E34 525 M50 oil pan.
• Cars to be confirmed - M10, M40/M42, S14, and other engine swaps with fabricated oil pans