{"product_id":"isuzu-d-max-2012-2020-4x4-engine-bash-plate-aluminium-2333-9102-1-6","title":"Isuzu D-Max (2012–2020) 4x4 Engine Bash Plate – Aluminium","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIsuzu D-Max (2012–2020) 4x4 Engine Bash Plate – Aluminium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Protected:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstallation Manual - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/u\/0\/folders\/1HvJj0NiEIGSAFs-yeC5cXCIAU1xxYEb6\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're navigating the sandy trails around Moreton Island, the last thing you want to worry about is a rock or hidden obstacle smashing into your engine. Your engine sump is the lowest point under the bonnet and the first thing to contact rocks, logs, and debris on the trail. A punctured sump means catastrophic oil loss and a seized engine — protection is not optional for serious off-roading. Designed specifically for the \u003cstrong\u003eIsuzu D-Max\u003c\/strong\u003e, this RIVAL 4x4 high-strength aluminium alloy bash plate delivers precision-engineered protection that bolts directly to factory mounting points — no drilling, no permanent modifications, and no compromise on ground clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ At a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength Aluminium Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Laser-Cut \u0026amp; Deep-Stamped for Maximum Rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Full Coverage Engine Protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow \u0026amp; Cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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 Sandblasted + textured matte black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on using factory mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vehicle-specific for the Isuzu D-Max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignificant Weight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40% lighter than steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Corrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural oxide layer resists rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Energy Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distributes impact energy effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimised for Modern Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains factory performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x RIVAL 4x4 Engine Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Bolt Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e No drilling required. Fully reversible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom red-dust corrugations to rocky creek beds, tropical monsoon tracks to coastal salt air — RIVAL 4x4 bash plates withstand Australia's harshest environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutback Touring \u0026amp; Overlanding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal \u0026amp; Beach Driving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTradies \u0026amp; Worksite Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Off-Road Adventures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaily Protection \u0026amp; Peace of Mind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsuzu D-Max (2012–2020)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine: 3.0L Turbo Diesel (4JJ1-TC), 2.5L Turbo Diesel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4x4 models, all cab configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy RIVAL 4x4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-Based Operations \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobally Engineered. Locally Proven.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Aluminium Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Australia-Wide Dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNational Dealer \u0026amp; Installation Network\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't leave your Isuzu D-Max's engine exposed. Fit RIVAL 4x4 underbody protection and drive with confidence. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aluminum-engine-bash-plate-isuzu-d-max-2012-2020\"\u003eOrder now!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rival","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58634065510703,"sku":"2333.9102.1.6","price":229.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1927\/5311\/files\/Isuzu-D-Max-_2012_2020_-4x4-Engine-Bash-Plate-_-Aluminium-RIVAL-311643669.jpg?v=1791798815","url":"https:\/\/www.the4x4store.com.au\/products\/isuzu-d-max-2012-2020-4x4-engine-bash-plate-aluminium-2333-9102-1-6","provider":"The 4x4 Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}