Factory catalytic converter protection

[stlgrym3]

is there a detailed write up on the installation of this, on a Powerboost to be specific. post 72 has some helpful information, is there a step by step installation in this thread? thanks.

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[stlgrym3]

Installing it today at a shop. Do we have to attach the Raptor shield to the FX4 package skid plate? Circled in picture. The screws and bolts mentioned in earlier posts did not account for these two.
Also as for oil change do we have to remove the FX4 skit plate ? If so, then we would have to remove the added Raptor shield first ?

 

[jcaspar]

I just installed the shield on my Job 1 2021 Plat Powerboost with FX4. My frame does NOT have the holes to mount the front tabs. I mounted it with the rears and the two front holes that mount it to the front skid plate. Seems solid. I did swap out the original 8mm bolts that hold the front of the fiber plate on with the same 13mm bolts used on the rear tabs.

 

[stlgrym3]

Finished the install today. We had to make sure one of the screws not touching the coolant line.

 

[astrand1]

I just finally installed this today on my 22 PB. It fits really good. The holes were all there so all bolts are in. For the coolant lines I put 3 small washers as spacers so that the coolant lines did not rub on the one bolt head. So much better. One question. Now that I have this what options do I have for the front part that’s still fiber. Attaching a pic for reference. TIA

 

[jcaspar]

Installing it today at a shop. Do we have to attach the Raptor shield to the FX4 package skid plate? Circled in picture. The screws and bolts mentioned in earlier posts did not account for these two.
Also as for oil change do we have to remove the FX4 skit plate ? If so, then we would have to remove the added Raptor shield first ?

No need to remove either skid plate for an oil change. Ford designed a funnel under the oil filter so all the oil neatly drains through a hole in the front skid plate!

 

[gpad53]

Confirming easy install and perfect fit. Used the 2 M 10’s on rear and new M8’s on other 4 attachment points. My frame had holes ready for the middle 2.
2022 xlt, 2.7 EB, Sport super cab. 4WD

debating covering the open area for oil change with ???

 

[fordtruckman2003]

Finally picked up from dealer but they lost the bolts so I go back next week for those.

 

[oncechance]

Confirming easy install and perfect fit. Used the 2 M 10’s on rear and new M8’s on other 4 attachment points. My frame had holes ready for the middle 2.
2022 xlt, 2.7 EB, Sport super cab. 4WD

debating covering the open area for oil change with ???

The cover you can order with main shield.

 

[mpd2434]

I haven't seen anyone on here do this so was just curious. Has anyone with a 2021 that doesn't have the side mounting holes actually drilled them to add bolts? I know some say this isn't needed but I personally would rather have them than not. What do you guys think of drilling a pilot hole then use self tappers or is this ridiculous?

 

[Je1279]

Do you have a picture of that part of your frame? It is actually a square cutout that the nut clip goes into with a small hole below and the bolt then threads into the clip.

 

[mpd2434]

Anyone?

 

[mpd2434]

Yea I don't have the forward holes just the rears.

 

[Je1279]

Yea I don't have the forward holes just the rears.

Do all 2021's not have them or is it just a subset of them? Personally, I would not drill any holes in the frame, but it could also be argued that if they are there on some it would not harm it.

 

[mpd2434]

I'm pretty sure all 2022's and up have the square holes for the Ford tab nuts/bolts. I don't know about other 2021's. I'm sure there is nothing behind it that would be in the way. I'm surprised no one else has decided to do this. on the 2021's. Just waiting for my skid plate to come in.

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