In this video, Tyler and Jacob from the Next Venture Motorsports team dive into the full installation of our 7000-Series Aluminum Skid Plate System for the Ford Bronco and Bronco Raptor.
If you watched our last video on the assembly process, this is the next step — a complete walk-through of mounting, aligning, and tightening each skid plate section on the vehicle.
🔧 What You’ll Learn in This Install Guide:
-
How to safely support the fuel tank without removing it
-
Proper order for removing factory skids and hardware
-
Step-by-step placement of crossmembers, straps, and nut sticks
-
Where to drill new mounting holes for the Bronco Raptor crossmember
-
Installing and aligning the fuel tank, transfer case, and Manta Ray skids
-
Tightening sequence for factory bolts and new hardware
-
Adding the UHMW protective panels and final covers
🚙 Vehicle Compatibility
This video covers both Bronco and Bronco Raptor variants.
While the main install steps are the same, the Raptor requires a few small modifications — such as trimming a factory bracket near the muffler and using the included spacers.
💪 Why the 7000-Series Skid System?
🛡️ Ultimate Protection – 7075 aluminum + UHMW blend absorbs impact and slides over obstacles
🔩 Modular Design – Skids can be removed individually for service
⚙️ Engineered Precision – CNC-cut, zinc-plated hardware, and reinforced crossmembers
🏁 Off-Road Proven – Tested on trail and track, tuned for maximum clearance
🇺🇸 Proudly Made in the USA – Designed, built, and tested in-house at Next Venture Motorsports
🛒 Related Products
💬 Have Questions?
Our team is here to help!
Whether you’re mid-install or deciding which skid configuration best fits your setup, reach out anytime — we’re happy to guide you.
📩 info@nextventuremotorsports.com
📞 (970) 462-7368
Leave a comment