{"product_id":"chevrolet-silverado-5-3l-at-4wd-crew-cab-2019-2024-transmission-bash-plate-aluminium-2333-0814-2-6","title":"Chevrolet Silverado 5.3L AT 4WD Crew Cab (2019-2024) Transmission Bash Plate – Aluminium","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRIVAL 4x4 Chevrolet Silverado 5.3L 4WD (2019-2024) Transmission Bash Plate — Aluminium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Chevrolet Silverado’s transmission takes a beating on every off-road adventure — especially on the unforgiving tracks around Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory. Exposed beneath the vehicle, the transmission housing is a prime target for rocks, stumps, and washouts. One solid hit can crack the casing, leaving you with a catastrophic leak and no way forward. The RIVAL 4x4 Transmission Bash Plate is precision-engineered to shield this critical drivetrain component, so you can push further into Australia’s wildest terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit for Your Vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Full-Coverage Component Protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Heat Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm High-Strength Aluminium Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured Matte Black Powder Coat (zinc primer base layer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep-Stamped with Reinforcing Ribs for Maximum Rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-On — Uses Factory Mounting Points, No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides full-coverage protection for the transmission housing and output shaft area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vehicle-Specific — Precision Laser-Cut for Chevrolet Silverado 5.3L 4WD Crew Cab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignificant Weight Savings\u003c\/strong\u003e — Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel at equivalent strength, preserving your Silverado’s payload capacity for work gear and supplies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Corrosion Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Aluminium naturally forms a protective oxide layer that resists rust — even when the powder coat is scratched. Ideal for coastal and wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Energy Absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e — Aluminium’s flex characteristics absorb and distribute impact energy rather than transmitting forces into the chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered for Full-Size Trucks\u003c\/strong\u003e — Purpose-designed to protect the Silverado’s transmission without adding unnecessary weight to an already heavy-duty platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ RIVAL 4x4 Transmission Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fitting Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Tensile Bolts \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straightforward — suitable for experienced DIY installers or any qualified workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic hand tools (spanners, socket set, torque wrench).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attaches directly to factory mounting points on your Silverado. No drilling or modifications required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30–60 minutes depending on access and experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available through RIVAL 4x4’s national dealer network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia’s off-road environment is among the harshest on earth. From razor-sharp quartzite rocks to sun-baked corrugations, from salt-crusted coastal tracks to tropical creek crossings — your vehicle’s underside faces relentless punishment. RIVAL 4x4 bash plates are engineered for these conditions: 6mm aluminium handles direct rock strikes, deep-stamped ribs add rigidity, and the corrosion-resistant finish stands up to salt air, red dust, and everything in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Touring \u0026amp; Overlanding\u003c\/strong\u003e — Protect your transmission on extended outback trips where help is days away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal \u0026amp; Beach Driving\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shield against hidden rocks while resisting salt-air corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradies \u0026amp; Work Sites\u003c\/strong\u003e — Defend your Silverado’s underside on rough construction sites and mining access roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeekend Off-Road Adventures\u003c\/strong\u003e — Hit technical tracks and river crossings with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily Protection \u0026amp; Peace of Mind\u003c\/strong\u003e — Guard against speed bumps, potholes, and car park gutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3L V8 AT 4WD Crew Cab (2019-2024) — 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (L84\/L82) — All 4WD Crew Cab variants including LT, LTZ, RST, High Country trims\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot sure if this plate fits your vehicle? Contact the RIVAL 4x4 team at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rival4x4.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003erival4x4.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e or call our Australian-based support team.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy RIVAL 4x4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-Based Operations \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Local team, local stock, local knowledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobally Engineered. Locally Proven.\u003c\/strong\u003e — Advanced 3D scanning and CAD design, tested on Australian tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Aluminium Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — 6mm deep-stamped aluminium alloy for strength, weight savings, and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Australia-Wide Dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e — In-stock items dispatched quickly from our Australian warehouse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Dealer \u0026amp; Installation Network\u003c\/strong\u003e — Professional fitting available across Australia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection engineered for Australia’s toughest tracks.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t leave your Chevrolet Silverado’s transmission exposed to the hazards lurking on every trail. The RIVAL 4x4 Transmission Bash Plate delivers the protection you need — engineered to fit, built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder now and protect your vehicle before your next adventure!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rival","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58634066788655,"sku":"2333.0814.2.6","price":349.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1927\/5311\/files\/Aluminum-Transmission-Bash-Plate-Chevrolet-Silverado-5.3L-AT-4WD-Crew-Cab-2019-2024-RIVAL-4x4-Australia-291503885.webp?v=1791798868","url":"https:\/\/www.the4x4store.com.au\/products\/chevrolet-silverado-5-3l-at-4wd-crew-cab-2019-2024-transmission-bash-plate-aluminium-2333-0814-2-6","provider":"The 4x4 Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}