Talon New Factory UTV Skid Plates & Sliders

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After hearing from several of you re: which skid plates to buy, I placed an order this morning for a set of FactoryUTV 1/2" skid plates and sliders. They'll hopefully be shipping on Thursday (Feb 20th). I've watched a couple videos on installation and it seems fairly straightforward. I've also purchased a Rivnut tool and some stainless steel Rivnuts to use in lieu of the self-tapping screws they've included. Now, I've just got to decide whether to, 1) gently roll it on its side, or 2) winch it vertically from a tree limb in order to facilitate ease of install.

Suggestions are appreciated.

Steve
 
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I'm mid 1/2" Trail Armor install. As intimidating as it looked to me, a fairly competent wrench, it's going much easier and faster than I expected. I'm working with the Talon on the ground and using a creeper for mobility. Yes, it's tight but doable. Rivnuts will complicate the process though.

If UTV has you remove the 2 push pins and 3 button head allen heads along the running boards, note that Honda used some Super Loctite to secure them and you'll probably have to chase the threads before inserting new fasteners, at least I did.
 
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PLenty of space under there , use a creeper and roll under . Be safe
 
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PLenty of space under there , use a creeper and roll under . Be safe

Well, I'm 6'4", 260 pounds, and plenty big around the belly. I'm not sure that would apply to me.

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If you are in the Yuma, AZ area, give me a heads up and you can use my 4-post lift in my air conditioned shop. Much more comfortable and covenant..

That's almost worth trailering out for (I'm in Oklahoma City)! Not to mention getting to ride some trails in that neck of the woods. But, alas, time/commitments don't allow. But, thanks for the offer nonetheless.

Steve
 
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I did the Trail Armour half inch on my X4. Sitting on 32s I had plenty of room to work under it laying on my back. Used my floor jack to lift the pieces into place so I could work with both hands free. Took a couple hours. I'm 6'3" and 200 lb, in good shape so YMMV, lol.

One thing that helped quite a bit was to actually pre-drill the self tapping screw locations ( I think there were 6?) with a small drill bit. Definitely easier on the couple locations where the self tap location was on a round tube. Using a punch would probably be even better. I didn't have one.
 
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I borrowed some ramps to use with my pioneer which helped. I got some skids at the house i need to install in the next week or so and plan to just lay under it. plenty of room on these things. Might not be the easiest, but definitely safer than the other ways mentioned
 
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After hearing from several of you re: which skid plates to buy, I placed an order this morning for a set of FactoryUTV 1/2" skid plates and sliders. They'll hopefully be shipping on Thursday (Feb 20th). I've watched a couple videos on installation and it seems fairly straightforward. I've also purchased a Rivnut tool and some stainless steel Rivnuts to use in lieu of the self-tapping screws they've included. Now, I've just got to decide whether to, 1) gently roll it on its side, or 2) winch it vertically from a tree limb in order to facilitate ease of install.

Suggestions are appreciated.

Steve


I bought a 1 ton chain hoist at a farm supply store for $50. Mounted it 15 feet overhead and chain to front bumper. Then just stand machine straight up on rear end with it still secured to hoist. By far the safest and easiest way I have found. Unless you have a tractor with front end loader to do the same.

Example from Northern Tool
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Example with chain attached

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OEM skids P1K5D in post above.

FUTV 1/2" Ultimate kit installed on P1K5D.

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OEM skids P1K5D in post above.

FUTV 1/2" Ultimate kit installed on P1K5D.

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That's the route I'd prefer. Unfortunately, I don't think the rafters in my pole barn are currently up to the task. I'll either have to beef them up or find another solution. I just figured I'd use the winch on the Talon and a snatch block for the lifting duty.

Steve
 

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