REFERENCE: 2019+ Power Wagon Armor

[UglyViking]

WHAT! Not to me!

 

[MDethloff]

WHAT! Not to me!

That's no good, did you check your spam folder? Shooting you a PM. If anyone was on my wait list & expecting an email and DIDN'T get one please tell me!

 

[Poolmonkey]

Wait list emails went out this morning guys

Got mine…schweet

 

[Keith67]

Wait list emails went out this morning guys

Got it! Can’t wait to order one.

 

[Shocktrooper392]

Got mine as well... Definitely will be ordering as soon as it's available!

 

[Wobly]

@MDethloff I didn't get an email either. I'll send a PM.

 

[GODZ_MFG]

We are happy to share a few RAW photos of our brand new Transmission/Oil Pan Skid Plate. I am not going into too much detail tonight as we will have a video and additional media covering this new product tomorrow, but if you have any questions, by all means, ask away!

*THIS IS A PRE-PRODUCTION PRODUCT. SOME ASPECTS OF DESIGN ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

 

[oppizzippo]

We are happy to share a few RAW photos of our brand new Transmission/Oil Pan Skid Plate. I am not going into too much detail tonight as we will have a video and additional media covering this new product tomorrow, but if you have any questions, by all means, ask away!

*THIS IS A PRE-PRODUCTION PRODUCT. SOME ASPECTS OF DESIGN ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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Looks awesome! Will this fit a regular cab?

 

[GODZ_MFG]

Looks awesome! Will this fit a regular cab?

These will fit all 2014+ diesel or hemi equipped 2500 and 3500 trucks regardless of cab configuration. We have also confirmed fitment with deep transmission pans as well.

 

[GODZ_MFG]

Hey Everybody, our transmission skid is available for purchase. It is in production and currently on a 6-8 week lead time. As always, every component will be powder coated and ships for free within the lower 48!

GODZ MFG RAM TRANSMISSION SKID PLATE (2014+ RAM 2500/3500)

Upgrade your 2014+ RAM 2500 or 3500 pickup truck with the GODZ MFG premium Transmission and Oil Pan Skid Plate, designed for maximum durability and protection on and off the road. The GODZ MFG Transmission and Oil Pan Skid Plate is laser cut and CNC bent utilizing 1/4" one-piece aluminum plate...

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[GODZ_MFG]

Additionally, here is a quick video going over some of the design features of our plate.

 

[UglyViking]

Hey Everybody, our transmission skid is available for purchase. It is in production and currently on a 6-8 week lead time. As always, every component will be powder coated and ships for free within the lower 48!

GODZ MFG RAM TRANSMISSION SKID PLATE (2014+ RAM 2500/3500)

Upgrade your 2014+ RAM 2500 or 3500 pickup truck with the GODZ MFG premium Transmission and Oil Pan Skid Plate, designed for maximum durability and protection on and off the road. The GODZ MFG Transmission and Oil Pan Skid Plate is laser cut and CNC bent utilizing 1/4" one-piece aluminum plate...

godzmfg.com

Jesus christ, did you guys just wait for @MDethloff do all the R&D on this and copy it?

 

[silverheep]

Jesus christ, did you guys just wait for @MDethloff do all the R&D on this and copy it?

They announced these before @MDethloff showed his design, and they are definitely different. Nice to have options here!

 

[UglyViking]

They announced these before @MDethloff showed his design, and they are definitely different. Nice to have options here!

Dethloff shared CAD images on Dec 31st, as far as I can tell GODZ MFG just announced this Tuesday (37 days later). They released other skids prior, but not the trans skid.

As of this moment it looks like they ripped off the CJC intercooler "skid" and followed that up with ripping off the Dethloff skid.

I agree that options are great, and knock offs are inevitable (and frankly thank god because if HF didn't exist I'd have no tools). That said, I don't see how this isn't a straight rip off, and at a higher price point to boot.

 

[silverheep]

Dethloff shared CAD images on Dec 31st, as far as I can tell GODZ MFG just announced this Tuesday (37 days later). They released other skids prior, but not the trans skid.

As of this moment it looks like they ripped off the CJC intercooler "skid" and followed that up with ripping off the Dethloff skid.

I agree that options are great, and knock offs are inevitable (and frankly thank god because if HF didn't exist I'd have no tools). That said, I don't see how this isn't a straight rip off, and at a higher price point to boot.

They mentioned it back in November when they announced their 3 bar replacement - I think what we are seeing is that there are only so many ways to create a skid for this area! The CJC skid is pretty similar to the SDHQ skid as well - same thing there, in my opinion.

Well, about 9 months later, we have skid plates ready to go with a new transmission skid on the way soon!

GODZ MFG RAM POWER WAGON SKID PLATE SYSTEM (2014+ RAM 2500 6.4L HEMI)

Elevate your off-road game with the GODZ MFG 2014+ RAM 2500 Power Wagon Skid Plate System, designed to redefine protection and performance on the trail. Experience comprehensive defense with these skid plates that offer unparalleled coverage, extending from edge to edge to safeguard your truck's...

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[GODZ_MFG]

Jesus christ, did you guys just wait for @MDethloff do all the R&D on this and copy it?

Dethloff shared CAD images on Dec 31st, as far as I can tell GODZ MFG just announced this Tuesday (37 days later). They released other skids prior, but not the trans skid.

As of this moment it looks like they ripped off the CJC intercooler "skid" and followed that up with ripping off the Dethloff skid.

I agree that options are great, and knock offs are inevitable (and frankly thank god because if HF didn't exist I'd have no tools). That said, I don't see how this isn't a straight rip off, and at a higher price point to boot.

We have had this skid plate in the works since October of last year. When @MDethloff released his CAD drawings on here, we knew that your comments and others like yours would inevitably follow suit.

First and foremost, @MDethloff 'pioneered' the transmission skid plate over two years ago, and for that, we, and all of you, should thank him. His upcoming design looks very well thought out and we wish him nothing but the best when his design comes available for sale within the next few weeks. To boot, he complemented/congratulated us in a Facebook group a few days ago when we released our first photos. I don't know Mr. Dethloff personally, but he seems like a class act.

Now, with that in consideration, there are only so many ways to skin a cat. If you have a minute, crawl under your truck and you will quickly see that there is very limited points in which you can bolt mounts to the frame. Furthermore, the tube that stems down to the plate itself is 1. the best candidate for the job, due to its great strength to size ratio and 2. can only be routed in so many ways with the constrictions of the motor, headers, exhaust, transmission, axle, 4WD actuator and more.

You are more than welcome to formulate your own opinions. You can look at our product lineup and see that we offer plenty of products that are unique to us. Additionally, you can see we have adapted ideas from the much larger Jeep and Toyota markets in an effort to bring cool products to the full-size truck market as well. Lastly, yes, we do have products that overlap with other companies; and yes, some of those designs look similar, but given the fact that we do not build the actual trucks, merely high quality aftermarket parts for them, yes, inevitably some will end up looking like a 'rip off'.

 

[jadmt]

We have had this skid plate in the works since October of last year. When @MDethloff released his CAD drawings on here, we knew that your comments and other like yours would inevitably follow suit.

First and foremost, @MDethloff 'pioneered' the transmission skid plate over two years ago, and for that, we, and all of you, should thank him. His upcoming design looks very well thought out and we wish him nothing but the best when his design comes available for sale within the next few weeks. To boot, he complemented/congratulated us in a Facebook group a few days ago when we released our first photos. I don't know Mr. Dethloff personally, but he seems like a class act.

Now, with that in consideration, there are only so many ways to skin a cat. If you have a minute, crawl under your truck and you will quickly see that there is very limited points in which you can bolt mounts to the frame. Furthermore, the tube that stems down to the plate itself is 1. the best candidate for the job due to its great strength to size ratio and 2. can only routed in so many ways with the constrictions of the motor, headers, exhaust, transmission, axle, 4WD actuator and more.

You are more than welcome to formulate your own opinions. You can look at our product lineup and see that we offer plenty of products that are unique to us. Additionally, you can see we have adapted ideas from the much larger Jeep and Toyota markets in an effort to bring cool products to the full-size truck market as well. Lastly, yes, we do have products that overlap with other companies; and yes, some of those designs look similar, but given the fact that we do not build the actual trucks, merely high quality aftermarket parts for them, yes, inevitably some will end up looking like a 'rip off'.

bottom line is Dethlof has failed to deliver and it is good that someone else stepped up. . If you guys deliver you should do well.

 

[LongDongHemi]

Heck yeah. So glad someone has an actual physical product. I can't wait to get my order in for ALL of the GODZ skids. Any discounts for Forum members?

 

[GODZ_MFG]

Heck yeah. So glad someone has an actual physical product. I can't wait to get my order in for ALL of the GODZ skids. Any discounts for Forum members?

Yes, PM me.

 

[UglyViking]

We have had this skid plate in the works since October of last year. When @MDethloff released his CAD drawings on here, we knew that your comments and other like yours would inevitably follow suit.

First and foremost, @MDethloff 'pioneered' the transmission skid plate over two years ago, and for that, we, and all of you, should thank him. His upcoming design looks very well thought out and we wish him nothing but the best when his design comes available for sale within the next few weeks. To boot, he complemented/congratulated us in a Facebook group a few days ago when we released our first photos. I don't know Mr. Dethloff personally, but he seems like a class act.

Now, with that in consideration, there are only so many ways to skin a cat. If you have a minute, crawl under your truck and you will quickly see that there is very limited points in which you can bolt mounts to the frame. Furthermore, the tube that stems down to the plate itself is 1. the best candidate for the job due to its great strength to size ratio and 2. can only routed in so many ways with the constrictions of the motor, headers, exhaust, transmission, axle, 4WD actuator and more.

You are more than welcome to formulate your own opinions. You can look at our product lineup and see that we offer plenty of products that are unique to us. Additionally, you can see we have adapted ideas from the much larger Jeep and Toyota markets in an effort to bring cool products to the full-size truck market as well. Lastly, yes, we do have products that overlap with other companies; and yes, some of those designs look similar, but given the fact that we do not build the actual trucks, merely high quality aftermarket parts for them, yes, inevitably some will end up looking like a 'rip off'.

Listen man, I get it. Nothing new under the sun, form follow function, all that jazz. All I'm saying here is that I hadn't seen anything public from y'all, Dethloff publicly shares CAD renderings then a little over a month later your design shows up. Same goes for a lot of your guys stuff.

Now, fair is fair in that I saw your intercooler guard as the first option to feature a spot for the noco plug (brilliant add) that Dethloff also includes as an option for his I believe, so that could be called out as well. My point was basically that it seems pretty nuts that you guys are always the second to show with any products. No visibility on what's going on behind the scenes, maybe you actually were working on this for that long, totally could be. Just saying the timing is freaking insane if that's the case.

Either way, you guys are currently the only ones making skids for tcase and back (although sadly no cummins support) so thats cool. Not trying to be a dick, but the optics are pretty nuts, you yourself admit.