{"title":"Ford F-150","description":"\u003cp\u003eTalons Garage catalytic converter shields are a heavy-duty anti-theft solution designed to protect a vehicle’s catalytic converter from theft. Manufactured in the United States—specifically in Somerville, Texas—these shields are built with high-quality materials such as aluminum or steel and are engineered for durability and precise vehicle fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany Talons Garage designs combine catalytic converter protection with skid plate functionality, offering both security and undercarriage protection against off-road debris. Our shields often feature full-coverage designs, reinforced construction, and proprietary mounting hardware to make removal more difficult for thieves while maintaining ease of installation for vehicle owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, Talons Garage catalytic converter shields provide a reliable, American-made solution that enhances vehicle security while adding rugged, functional protection for everyday driving and off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ford-f150-expedition-skid-plate-catalytic-converter-shield-2009-2026","title":"Ford F-150 | Transmission \u0026 Catalytic Converter Skid Plate | 2009-2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/files\/MadeintheUSA_6_480x480.png?v=1700242376\" alt=\"\" width=\"289\" height=\"141\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"H1AvN fggS- cell\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"_2RbVQ\" data-hook=\"description-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3nbVj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"content-wrapper\" class=\"_3cRjW\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-piece transmission skid and integrated catalytic converter shield for 2009-2026 F-150 and 2018-2023 Expedition. Cut from 1\/4\" 5052 aluminum. Runs crossmember to crossmember with side wings that extend cat coverage out past the trans tunnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot two separate products. Some competitors split the transmission skid and the cat guard into two separate products, then offer a bundle price that makes you feel like you're getting a deal for buying both. That's marketing voodoo. Ours is one piece, designed together — full length, full cat coverage, no gap between the trans plate and the cat protection.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat we did differently on this plate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull exhaust crossover tube coverage. Some competitor designs leave that section exposed — that area gets hit by road debris, speed bumps, and rocks off-road. Exposed exhaust is also where a sawzall reaches the catalytic converters. Even if a thief can't actually get the cats out through our shield, visible exhaust under your truck is an invitation to try.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated cat shield, not a separate product. Side wings extend cat coverage in one piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent holes positioned under the cats. Pulls heat out and lets water and mud drain when the truck dries out. Mud can still get caught up there, but the holes let it drain when the truck dries out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil door sized for service access — easier oil changes, no plate removal required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with the OEM front engine skid without cutting. If you're not ready for the full kit, you can add just this piece without modifying anything Ford put on the truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts to factory mounting points. No drilling.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy we cost more than the cheap ones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're cross-shopping, you've probably seen plates that cost less. Here's what we do differently and why our pricing reflects it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructural mounting bracket on the engine skid, not just an afterthought. Most competitors don't use a separate bracket — they bolt the plate directly to OEM mounting points. Our bracket is bent into flanges for rigidity and lets the plate extend forward to cover the A-arm mounts — most competitors leave that area exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull exhaust crossover tube coverage on the transmission skid. Some competitor designs leave that section exposed — that area gets hit by road debris, speed bumps, and rocks off-road. Exposed exhaust is also where a sawzall reaches the catalytic converters. Even if a thief can't actually get the cats out through our shield, visible exhaust under your truck is an invitation to try.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-point mount on the transfer case skid. The problem with a two-point cantilevered design isn't that it doesn't cover the transfer case — it's that it doesn't support itself. On a hard hit, the back of the plate has nothing supporting it. Impact energy pivots the plate upward, and it folds right up into the transfer case it was supposed to protect. Our third mount point ties the back of the plate into the frame. A triangle, the strongest shape in structural engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot two separate products. Some competitors split the transmission skid and the cat guard into two separate products, then offer a bundle price that makes you feel like you're getting a deal for buying both. That's marketing voodoo. Ours is one piece, designed together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional welded reinforcing ribs on the transmission skid for buyers who want more strength than the base plate. $40 upgrade. Most fabricators have welding capability — they just don't offer this. We do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent holes under the cats for heat dissipation and water\/mud drainage. (Mud can still get caught up there, but the holes let it drain when the truck dries out.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil filter access without dropping the engine plate. Drain chute cutout included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeteran-owned. Built in Somerville, Texas. CNC laser cut, formed, welded, and inspected in-house — not sourced from a job shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of this is exotic. It's just what happens when a real fabricator builds the part instead of cost-engineering it. If the price difference matters more to you than these differences, we won't take it personally — buy what fits your budget. If you want the plate built the way it should be, that's what we make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length transmission skid. Runs crossmember to crossmember and covers the exhaust crossover tubes — the section behind the engine where the exhaust Y-pipe routes across the chassis. Some competitor designs stop short of this area, leaving the crossover tubes exposed to anything that gets past the front of the truck.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot compatible with lift kits that require subframe modifications (usually lifts greater than 3 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisit this link if you have a Powerboost (Hybrid) - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talonsgarage.com\/products\/ford-f-150-powerboost-skid-plate-catalytic-converter-shield\" title=\"Ford F-150 | Powerboost (Hybrid) | Transmission Skid | Catalytic Converter Shield\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFord F-150 | Powerboost (Hybrid) | Transmission Skid | Catalytic Converter Shield\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil drain hole is optimized for the 5.0L engine and Ecoboost models. We highly recommend an aftermarket oil drain valve for ease of oil changes. Check out brands like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fumotousa.com\/\" title=\"Fumoto Oil Drain Valve\"\u003eFumoto\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/roninfactory.com\/\" title=\"Ronin Oil Drain Valve\"\u003eRonin\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.valvomax.com\/\" title=\"ValvoMax oil drain valve\"\u003eValvoMax\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/vUvXTc-JnXQ?si=kNYq0NcB2YVGHQQx\" title=\"Talons Garage F-150 Oil Change with Catalytic Converter Shield and Skid Plates Installed\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalons Garage F-150 Oil Change with Catalytic Converter Shield and Skid Plates Installed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese plates are designed to fit a stock truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\"\u003eIncluded with purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission skid\/catalytic converter shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc-coated button head Allen head hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatalytic converter protection included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional: Welded Reinforcing Ribs (+$40)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour pulse-MIG-welded ribs across the transmission skid for buyers who want more strength than the base plate. The ribs run perpendicular to the long axis of the plate and dramatically increase rigidity under direct impact — useful if you do harder off-road work, run washboard roads regularly, or just want the extra peace of mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelding 1\/4\" aluminum is harder than most production skid plate makers want to deal with. Most fabricators have welding capability — they just don't offer this as an option. We do, because it's a real upgrade and worth the $40.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSelect \"With Reinforcing Ribs\" above to add. Photo shows the ribs in finished form.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\"\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips as raw bare 5052 aluminum, ready for install or ready to paint or powder coat if you want a finished look. Bare aluminum is corrosion-resistant — there's no rust concern, and a finish is purely cosmetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause these are fabricated, not molded, you may see honest evidence of that process: minor scratches from the raw material substrate, light press brake marks where the urethane protective film didn't fully cover, or minor handling marks. None of it affects strength, fitment, or function.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy bolt-in installation can be performed by anyone with basic hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/files\/TG_F-150_transmission_skid_plate.pdf?v=1686093309\" title=\"F-150 Transmission and Catalytic converter skid installation instructions\"\u003eF-150 transmission and catalytic converter skid installation instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 35 lbs (40 lbs with reinforcing ribs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-hook=\"info-section-title\" aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\"\u003eShipping, returns, warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WncCi\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talonsgarage.com\/pages\/policies\" title=\"Talons Garage policies\"\u003ePolicies page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eShips in 2-3 days\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e2024 2.7L variant ships in 1-2 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Talons Garage","offers":[{"title":"Without Reinforcing Ribs \/ 2009-2026 5.0L \u0026 3.5L","offer_id":45201916461364,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Reinforcing Ribs \/ 2009-2023 2.7L","offer_id":48030766858548,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Reinforcing Ribs \/ 2024-2026 2.7L","offer_id":48030766891316,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL-2.7L","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Reinforcing Ribs \/ 2009-2026 5.0L \u0026 3.5L","offer_id":45201916428596,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL-Ribs","price":539.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Reinforcing Ribs \/ 2009-2023 2.7L","offer_id":48030766924084,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL-Ribs","price":539.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Reinforcing Ribs \/ 2024-2026 2.7L","offer_id":48030766956852,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL-Ribs-2.7L","price":539.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/files\/FordF150_CatalyticSkid_Aluminum_Mounted.jpg?v=1713457591"},{"product_id":"ford-f-150-powerboost-skid-plate-catalytic-converter-shield","title":"Ford F-150 | Powerboost (Hybrid) | Transmission Skid Plate | Catalytic Converter Shield","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"H1AvN fggS- cell\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-hook=\"description-wrapper\" class=\"_2RbVQ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3nbVj\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_3cRjW\" data-hook=\"content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"141\" width=\"289\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/files\/MadeintheUSA_6_480x480.png?v=1700242376\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransmission skid and integrated cat shield specifically for the 2021+ F-150 Powerboost (hybrid). The Powerboost transmission sits significantly further back on the frame than the standard F-150 — and that means this plate is HUGE. One of the largest skid plates we make. Sized and shaped for that geometry. Won't fit non-hybrid trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame construction as our standard F-150 trans skid: 1\/4\" 5052 aluminum, integrated cat protection, vent holes under the cats. Bolts to factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat we did differently on this plate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull exhaust crossover tube coverage. That area gets hit by road debris, speed bumps, and rocks off-road. Exposed exhaust is also where a sawzall reaches the catalytic converters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated cat shield, not a separate product. Side wings extend cat coverage in one piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent holes for heat dissipation and water\/mud drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil door sized for service access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts to factory mounting points. No drilling.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant notes for powerboost owners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerboost is NOT the same as EcoBoost. If you have an EcoBoost, you need the standard F-150 trans\/cat shield, not this one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforcing ribs are not available on this variant. The Powerboost plate geometry doesn't accommodate the rib pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil drain hole is optimized for the Powerboost configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not fit lifts requiring subframe modifications (typically 3\" or more).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy we cost more than the cheap ones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're cross-shopping, you've probably seen plates that cost less. Here's what we do differently and why our pricing reflects it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructural mounting bracket on the engine skid, not just an afterthought. Most competitors don't use a separate bracket — they bolt the plate directly to OEM mounting points. Our bracket is bent into flanges for rigidity and lets the plate extend forward to cover the A-arm mounts — most competitors leave that area exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull exhaust crossover tube coverage on the transmission skid. Some competitor designs leave that section exposed — that area gets hit by road debris, speed bumps, and rocks off-road. Exposed exhaust is also where a sawzall reaches the catalytic converters. Even if a thief can't actually get the cats out through our shield, visible exhaust under your truck is an invitation to try.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-point mount on the transfer case skid. The problem with a two-point cantilevered design isn't that it doesn't cover the transfer case — it's that it doesn't support itself. On a hard hit, the back of the plate has nothing supporting it. Impact energy pivots the plate upward, and it folds right up into the transfer case it was supposed to protect. Our third mount point ties the back of the plate into the frame. A triangle, the strongest shape in structural engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot two separate products. Some competitors split the transmission skid and the cat guard into two separate products, then offer a bundle price that makes you feel like you're getting a deal for buying both. That's marketing voodoo. Ours is one piece, designed together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional welded reinforcing ribs on the transmission skid for buyers who want more strength than the base plate. $40 upgrade. Most fabricators have welding capability — they just don't offer this. We do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVent holes under the cats for heat dissipation and water\/mud drainage. (Mud can still get caught up there, but the holes let it drain when the truck dries out.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil filter access without dropping the engine plate. Drain chute cutout included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVeteran-owned. Built in Somerville, Texas. CNC laser cut, formed, welded, and inspected in-house — not sourced from a job shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of this is exotic. It's just what happens when a real fabricator builds the part instead of cost-engineering it. If the price difference matters more to you than these differences, we won't take it personally — buy what fits your budget. If you want the plate built the way it should be, that's what we make.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_2-GPA fggS- cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"WncCi\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length transmission skid. Runs crossmember to crossmember and covers the exhaust crossover tubes — the section behind the engine where the exhaust Y-pipe routes across the chassis. Some competitor designs stop short of this area, leaving the crossover tubes exposed to anything that gets past the front of the truck.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil drain hole is optimized for the PowerBoost model. We highly recommend an aftermarket oil drain valve for ease of oil changes. Check out brands like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fumotousa.com\/\" title=\"Fumoto oil drain valve\"\u003eFumoto\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/roninfactory.com\/\" title=\"Ronin oil drain valve\"\u003eRonin\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.valvomax.com\/\" title=\"ValvoMax oil drain valve\"\u003eValvoMax\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/vUvXTc-JnXQ\" title=\"Talons Garage F-150 Oil Change with Catalytic Converter Shield and Skid Plates Installed\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalons Garage F-150 Oil Change with Catalytic Converter Shield and Skid Plates Installed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese plates are designed to fit a stock truck\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eIncluded with purchase\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"WncCi\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission skid plate\/catalytic converter shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc-coated button head Allen head hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatalytic converter protection included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"WncCi\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips as raw bare 5052 aluminum, ready for install or ready to paint or powder coat if you want a finished look. Bare aluminum is corrosion-resistant — there's no rust concern, and a finish is purely cosmetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause these are fabricated, not molded, you may see honest evidence of that process: minor scratches from the raw material substrate, light press brake marks where the urethane protective film didn't fully cover, or minor handling marks. None of it affects strength, fitment, or function.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"WncCi\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy bolt-in installation can be performed by anyone with basic hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/files\/TG_F-150_transmission_skid_plate.pdf?v=1686093309\" title=\"Ford F-150 Transmission and catalytic converter skid install guide\"\u003eFord F-150 Transmission and Catalytic Converter Skid Install Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"WncCi\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 43 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; display: inline !important;\" class=\"Text3027143737__root Text3027143737---typography-11-runningText Text3027143737---priority-7-primary s8gg2 _149OH InfoSectionTitle3095652555__root\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"info-section-title\"\u003eShipping, returns, warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.2rem;\" data-hook=\"info-section-description\" class=\"WncCi\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/talonsgarage.com\/pages\/policies\" title=\"Talons Garage policies page\"\u003ePolicies page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eShips in 2-3 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Talons Garage","offers":[{"title":"Hybrid ONLY","offer_id":45213802266932,"sku":"F150-Transmission-Skid-AL-PB","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/files\/Image4-22-24at12.51PM.jpg?v=1713808894"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/0834\/1300\/collections\/IMG_2872_561e189b-fe21-430d-be4d-3b4f1b97fc1c.jpg?v=1775624824","url":"https:\/\/talonsgarage.com\/collections\/f-150-catalytic-converter-shield.oembed","provider":"Talons Garage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}