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RIVAL aluminium bash plates provide a lightweight, durable shield that absorbs impacts and deflects hazards — giving you the confidence to explore further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Underbody Protection Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single rock strike on the Simpson Desert or a hidden stump on a Cape York track can crack an engine sump, puncture a fuel tank, or damage a transfer case. The repair cost can run into thousands — and that’s before the recovery bill to get your vehicle out of a remote location. Prevention is always cheaper than repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Components Need Protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Sump:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most exposed and expensive component. 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