actually, the stock skid plate sits down about 4 inches below the frame rails, making the belly up would raise the T-case and tranny UP 3 inches, Ie if I did a flat plate similar to the one posted on 4X4wire threads I would make a very very steep drive line vib, therefore I was looking to build something like 33 Engineering Hi-Clearance Skid Plate. my concern was the need for slipe yoke elim and CV shaft,, I was trying to avoid the expense by going with a raised motor mount and upper adj control arms
sorry if my other post was not clear

98 wrangler 2.5l 3 inch rustys, 2 inch body, 33X12.5 MTR's DETROIT LOCKER, 4.88 gears, moser axles, Dana 44 (rubicon housing)