I DO have a number of skid plates. I have coverage to the rearmost crossmember where the torsion bar adjusters are. The rearmost 2 are 5/16" steel and are very strong, and heavy. The pair probably weighs ~110 lbs. I use a jack to install them. They also have 1/2" reinforcements welded/tapered around the bolt holes to protect the attachment bolts. They are flat and open on the sides, and there is no overheating with them in place. My fuel tank skid plate is made of 1/4" steel. I can't tell they are there as there is an excess of power with my rig. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> I have pictures, but no way to post them.
Kary