Skid Plates

Before the label "xDrive" your X5 still had capable all wheel drive but utilized a different transfer case. To ensure all X5's have adequate shielding ECS offers both xDrive and Non xDrive transmission skid plate options!

If you own an X5 this is an essential product to have. We believe all vehicles should have full underbody protection with the way the roads are taken care of. Between animals, pot holes and other road hazards this ECS skid plate not only protects your vehicle but gives you the peace of mind that your vehicle is safe.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with a desire for light off-roading. Protect your BMW E53 X5 with the ECS in-house engineered Aluminum Transmission Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 1/4" (6.35mm) thick 5052 aluminum, this skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your X5 did not come with from the factory.

PART DESIGN

Precisely designed and engineered in-house with 3D laser scanning for accuracy and perfect fitment

Manufactured in the U.S.A. from high strength 1/4” (6.35mm) 5052 aluminum

Design features protection for the transmission front and rear section

Ground clearance is not affected

KIT CONTENTS

1/4" Aluminum Front Section Skid Plate

1/4" Aluminum Rear Section Skid Plate

Installation Hardware

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

ECS Aluminum Skid Plate Kit was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by the ECS Research and Development team in Wadsworth, Ohio facility. ECS strives for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling and rigorous long term product testing.

Replace your flimsy plastic rocker panels with a rugged steel casing to protect your underbody and have confidence in your overlanding.

The factory rocker covers are made from abs plastic and can take a beating over the years, whether you have damaged them off-roading or are just looking for a rugged and amazing looking replacement rocker, look no further than the ECS Rock Sliders for your E53. The ECS rock sliders are a combination of superior strength and OEM+ aesthetics, if you don't tell anyone they have been replaced they will never even know; they look that good!

Pro tip: If you are really trying to be stealth there is always the option to paint the mounting hardware black before or after installation

The ECS Rock Sliders are a multi piece design made up of the base mounting bracket components and more-than-rugged outer shell. The base layer is 3/16” aluminum for maximum strength while minimizing weight and sit flush against the body fastened to the installed riv-nuts that are included in the kit. An ingenious design utilizes brackets that mount both the factory front and rear trim extensions while also having mounts for the outside shell. The outside shell is made up of 1/8" thick steel for a nearly bulletproof protection. All components are coated in a satin black powder coat for both durability and to match the original finish of the plastic trim.

Featured in the "Built by Mike" episode "Hidden Rock Sliders for the BMW X5!" - CLICK HERE -

Features and benefits:

In-housed designed at ECS Tuning
Rugged layered construction
3/16" aluminum base layer and brackets
1/8" steel exterior shell
Satin black powder coat for durability and cohesive aesthetic
Replaces factory plastic rocker panels
Retains mounting for the original front and rear trim

Protect your BMW E53 X5 with our ECS in-house engineered Aluminum Engine and Transmission Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 1/4" (6.35mm) thick 5052 aluminum our skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your X5 was not prepared for from the factory.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with a desire for light off-roading, our ECS Overland Skid Plates add peace of mind and protection against road debris, rocks and rubbish and other road hazards looking to damage your engine and transmission.

Instead of buying each component separately we combined the engine and skid plates together for an awesome package deal!

PART DESIGN

Precisely designed and engineered in-house with 3D laser scanning for accuracy and perfect fitment

Manufactured in the U.S.A. from high strength 1/4” (6.35mm) 5052 aluminum

Design features protection for the transmission front and rear section

Ground clearance is not affected

KIT CONTENTS

1/4" Aluminum Front Skid Plate

Black Powder Coated Skid Plate Brackets

1/4" Aluminum Front Section Skid Plate

1/4" Aluminum Rear Section Skid Plate

Installation Hardware