The sump guard is a sump-like element installed on the underside of the vehicle directly under the engine. The part is made of steel, less often of aluminum and carbon fiber.
Instructions
Step 1
Check the thickness of the protection. If you have chosen the metal option, ask the seller which steel and aluminum ones are available. Aim for a thickness of 3 mm. Very thin sheet steel will not provide guaranteed engine protection.
Step 2
Ask the seller what the weight of the protection is. The larger it is, the greater the additional load on the suspension will be, which is undesirable for any car.
Step 3
Examine the silent protection. Noises are most often caused by contact with a metal subframe while driving. Interference is well auditioned in the cabin while driving and is unpleasant.
Step 4
Opt for steel protection if you want a budget option. The manufacturer uses ordinary steel, which is easy to align, but this material is prone to corrosion, which is its disadvantage. Make a purchase decision based on your driving style, the quality of the roads in your city, etc. The crankcase guard will last about 3-4 years. The part weighs 8-12 kg.
Step 5
When looking for more reliable protection, pay attention to the increased strength and high rigidity of the aluminum part. Its thickness is greater than that of its steel counterpart, but it is more difficult to deform. This type is put on sports cars, tk. the weight there makes a huge difference.
Step 6
Compare the prices of products from different materials. A high price is for stainless steel protection, since it does not corrode and looks attractive.
Step 7
Give preference to strength. In this case, it is worth buying titanium protection, which is several times stronger than steel and does not undergo oxidation. They are made only to order at a high price.
Step 8
Don't worry if you can't find the metal protection. The part is also made of composite materials by joining together several layers of fiberglass, carbon fiber or Kevlar using resin. This is how the protective material is created. The cost of such protection is rather big.
Step 9
Pay attention to the benefits of composite materials. It is highly resistant to weather changes, not susceptible to corrosion
Cons - high cost and expensive labor-intensive repairs, the complexity of monitoring compliance with technological requirements in production.
