ABOUT UNDERBODY

Underbody refers to the underside of your vehicle's belly, which is closest to the road. Every day while driving, rocks, road debris, and salt on snowy roads scrape against the undercarriage of your vehicle. Important components of undercarriages include the front and rear axles, the muffler, brake lines, exhaust, and transmission system. They all reside beneath the vehicle, and their maintenance is just as vital as that of the engine, driver controls, etc. A filthy and grimy undercarriage prevents the engine and transmission from effectively dissipating heat, which frequently results in overheating issues. Keeping the undercarriage clean allows these heat-generating components to operate at normal temperatures. Therefore, cleaning, maintaining, and auto detailing restore damaged components and eliminate moisture buildup, preventing rust and more serious problems from developing.

PARTS OF THE UNDERBODY

The engine splash shield of a vehicle is also known as the skid plate, engine splash guard, or lower/under-engine cover. It is a panel designed to shield the engine and other vital components of the vehicle from water, corrosive substances, and road debris. Without one, rocks, leaves, and twigs can enter the engine compartment and cause damage. The underbody shield has a substantial effect on the quality of the driving experience, particularly in terms of acoustic comfort. During travel, this component absorbs the shocks generated by the undercarriage and engine, thereby reducing cabin noise. In addition to protecting the engine compartment, the engine splash shield reduces aerodynamic drag, which increases both the vehicle's speed and its fuel economy on the highway. The engine splash shield can redirect airflow over components, such as oil pans and alternators, that require cooling.

Jack pads, also known as jack saddle pads or jacking pads, are rubber or plastic pads that are placed between a vehicle's jacking points and a floor jack or jack stand. They're designed to protect your vehicle's contact points while it's being lifted and to reduce the risk of the jack slipping. Jack pads typically come in sets of four to correspond with a vehicle's four jacking points. Moreover, cushions made of rubber, polyurethane, or other materials constitute bushings. They are mounted on the suspension and steering joints of a vehicle to absorb road bumps, limit joint movement, and reduce noise and vibration. Bushings typically take the form of thick, rubbery washers through which suspension components or bolts pass.

HIGH-QUALITY UNDERBODY AT VIVID RACING

It is rarely easy to find the ideal aftermarket component. We completely understand, and we are here to assist you in locating the best underbody and upgrades for your particular application. Our passion is assisting customers in creating their dream vehicles. Vivid Racing guarantees that their products meet the quality, comfort, and strength requirements of their customers.