0ProTEKtMitch

Hey Everyone,

Mitch here from ProTEKt Skid Plates, introducing our bumper protective skidplates for the C7 Corvette. I'm super excited about these parts, and i have become a Supporting Sponsor of the forum, and look forward to working with the Corvette community.

Anyway, here are some pics, as well as the basics about our parts.

they are in stock now, and ready to ship, so you can be ready for Corvette weather, which will be here before you know it.

you can get them directly from my site, here,
http://protektskidplates.com/corvett...ase-model.html

And they are also on Amazon, Click the link to purchase.




















Tired of scraping your front bumper cover on every curb and driveway in town? Take the pain out of the scrape and protect your valuable paint with lightweight, easy to install, ProTEKt skid plates for your front bumper. Let the replaceable ProTEKt skid plates take the beating and wear, so that your paint stays pristine.

· Protects the underside of your front bumper from scrapes from curbs, speed bumps and driveways

· Guaranteed to last life of your car; designed to strike the ground over and over while maintaining an undamaged appearance

· CNC machined for your specific application; blends in with your car's factory lines, for a seamless, OEM appearance

· Easy to install; includes all necessary hardware; no special tools required

· Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA


Each set of ProTEKt skid plates…
· Protects the underside of your front bumper from scraping during everyday driving
· Maintains factory ground clearance and approach angle, unlike a splitter or lip kit
· Is precision CNC machined to specifically fit the lower bumper cover of your vehicle
· Uses factory-mounting holes whenever possible to minimize drilling and make installation easy
· Is made from 3/8 inch thick, marine-quality, high-density polyethylene chosen for
o Superior outdoor performance
o Temperature stability
o Low coefficient of friction
o Extreme high-wear resistance
o Its use in industry as a replaceable wear-spot on moving production lines, conveyor systems, and in automotive and motorcycle chain guides
· Uses this super slippery, low-friction material with a beveled edge to reduce pulling stress on the bumper cover during contact
· Has full stainless steel hardware for long-term corrosion resistance, with nyloc nuts for added security
· Uses only metric nuts and bolts, to properly match the existing hardware on all modern cars
· Is guaranteed for the life of your car
· Is made in the USA

TRANS DAMM

do you have one to go under the splitter?

0ProTEKtMitch

Do you mean the stage2/3 aero, like the Z06 models come with?

TRANS DAMM

yes

VictorBarron

I would be in when you make one to fit the aero II package.

jimmie jam

So, how many holes need to be drilled?

0ProTEKtMitch

For the C7, it uses mostly factory hardware and holes.

There are a total of 8 additional holes to be drilled, and we have included all the nuts, bolts and washers that you will need. (we try to minimize drilling wherever we can)

Here is a link to a really good installation article.

http://www.corvetteonline.com/tech-s...0-looking-new/

0ProTEKtMitch

We don't make them yet, but hopefully will be soon. Right now the aero equipped C7 corvettte is on the top of our hit list for new products.

we we are looking for a car here in the Los Angeles area that is equipped with a GM stage 2/3 aero kit, to use for measurement and prototype work.

If if anyone is interested, let me know, and I will make some arrangements.

thanks,
Mitch

www.protektskidplates.com

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0ProTEKtMitch

Hey guys,

We have an update on the ProTEKt Skid Plate kits for the C7 Corvettes with the Stage 2 / 3 Aero front lip kits (so it will work for you guys with the Grand Sport and Z06's)

I have just gotten the first set of prototypes made, and will be getting them into production next week, and I anticipate shipping Monday March 13.

We are super excited about this new kit, as the Stage 2/3 aero has plenty of factory mounting locations, so this kit will not require any drilling, and there is no need for adhesive tapes or glues. Installation will be far easier than any kit we have produced to date, as all that is needed is to remove the factory screws, place the plates, and re install the fasteners. !



Also, here are a few pics of our prototype parts, fresh from the machine!





C7 Z06 Prototype ProTEKt Skid Plates



C7 Z06 Prototype ProTEKt Skid Plates


these parts will be made from the same high quality High Density Polyethylene plastic stock, for super high wear resistance, and low friction.

thank you all,
Mitch

TRANS DAMM

looks great. post some installed pictures!

bbrown450

I agree sounds too good to be true....would love to hear from someone that has installed on stage 2/3...

0ProTEKtMitch

Not sure what you mean, but I assure you there isn't any Magic going on, just good material and a bunch of time making it fit just right.

Pics will be coming soon, but it might be Monday or so... I'm going to refine the fit to make it perfect, then get some installed shots to share with the forum. (installed, it will look very similar to the C7 Base model kit, as it will be perfectly flush with the outline of the spoiler, and will not really be that noticeable.

We plan on shipping the first batch of them on Monday, so no one outside of ProTEKt has installed a set yet!

thanks,
Mitch

0ProTEKtMitch

Just an FYI, as well as maybe a little self pat on the back, we have just gone live with our Amazon listing for the C7 corvette Skidplates.


It might might not be a giant deal to the forum, but going through the Amazon seller process was hugely challenging, and I think we can be rightfully proud of this particular milestone. It is a pretty big deal for our little fledgling company, and thanks to all of you here on corvetteforum for your support.

thanks,
Mitch

www.protektskidplates.com

jcthorne

I'm in for a set. Like the concept and willing to give it a try. Will post some pics when I get them and install them.

0ProTEKtMitch

Thanks for your support!

Prototypes have been test fitted, and production parts will go out on Monday!

thanks,
Mitch







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0ProTEKtMitch

Hey Everybody,

I got the test fitting done today for the C7 with Stage 2/3 Aero, and everything looks perfect! I will make the first production sets this weekend, and they will ship on Monday.

Just a reminder, I am offering a special intro price of $175.00 with free shipping, exclusively to you guys here at Corvetteforum, to say thanks for all the kind words and encouragement.

This PayPal link will get you your set for a $35 discount from the website price and shipping, so if you are interested, now is the time.

This discount will expire at midnight Sunday March 12 , PST.

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/websc...=Z72MFYPMWYYQJ


Also, here are some pics. (sorry about the quality, I took them with a potato)





C7 Stage 2/3 Aero overall installed



C7 Stage 2/3 Aero detail installed



C7 Stage 2/3 Aero layout



C7 Stage 2/3 Aero ground level

I am super happy with these parts, as they are the easiest install of any kit we have ever made, simply back out the factory bolts, place the Skid Plates, and screw the factory bolts right back in!!

There is no drilling, no tape, and no glue required.


thank you,

Mitch







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dino333

Which one fits the Z06 poverty splitter? I have a base Stingray with this one installed. I believe it would be Stage 1.Do you make these yet? Thanks

0ProTEKtMitch

dino333,

I got a chance this weekend to evaluate the poverty splitter (stage 1 aero?), and unfortunately the way it is shaped makes it impossible to attach a skid plate.

I had had the same issue with the C6 ZR1 splitter as well. The lack of an enclosed underside means that any fasteners used would protrude right out the top of the splitter.

If the poverty splitter starts looking ratty, you can remove it and run our normal base model skid plates, which fit any C7, that is not running additional aero.

Thanks,
Mitch

dino333

Ok thanks for the info.

TRANS DAMM

Looks good. Any pics from straight on?