Skid Plates for 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500
AEV Skid Plates for 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500
$50.00 – $550.00
Engineered for uncompromising performance in the most demanding environments, AEV Skid Plates integrate seamlessly with your 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra. Manufactured out of Hot-Stamped Boron Steel (HSBS), these skid plates safeguard your vehicle’s critical components, ensuring unmatched protection when traversing even the most challenging off-road terrain. These are the same OEM-validated AEV skid plates that are found on the Silverado ZR2 Bison and Sierra AT4X AEV Edition and E-coated for maximum corrosion resistance.
Invest in a set of AEV Skid Plates for your Silverado or Sierra and embark on your next off-road adventure with confidence and peace of mind.
IFS Skid Plate
2.5mm Hot-Stamped Boron Steel construction. The AEV IFS Skid Plate shields the front axle and steering gear suspension from unexpected impacts without sacrificing ground clearance. Compatible with all 2019 + 4WD Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500 models.
Transfer Case Skid Plate
2.5mm Hot-Stamped Boron Steel construction. Engineered to endure extreme off-road conditions, the AEV Transfer Case Skid Plate plate protects your transfer case when navigating challenging terrain. Compatible with all 2019+ 4WD Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500 models. Drilling will be required on non-ZR2/AT4X trucks (some early 2023 models as well). Includes access panel for 3.0L diesel filter/water separator.
Fuel Tank Skid Plate
1.8mm Hot-Stamped Boron Steel construction. The AEV Fuel Tank Skid Plate provides peace of mind knowing that you have unparalleled protection against damage, allowing you to explore remote destinations with confidence. Compatible with all 2019+ Crew Cab / Short Bed trucks with a 24-gallon fuel tank.
Please Note: Drilling will be required on non-ZR2/AT4X trucks (some early 2023 models as well). Rivnuts are included for use on these trucks and an alternative pencil brace is available as a separate kit to ease installation.
Rear Differential Skid Plate
2.5mm Hot-Stamped Boron Steel construction. Built to withstand punishing impacts, the AEV Rear Differential Skid Plate protects your rear differential housing and pinion from damage, enabling you to conquer obstacles with unwavering assurance. Compatible with all 2019+ trucks with the larger 9.76” ring gear (most off-road models).
Please note: These skid plates WILL NOT fit Silverado HD or Sierra HD trucks but we do offer skid plates for those platforms.
Key Features
- Hot Stamped Boron Steel – Very high strength/weight ratio
- E-coated for maximum corrosion resistance
- Made in Canada
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Hot Stamped Boron Steel
- Application:
- 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2019+ GMC Sierra 1500
- Coatings:
- E-coat
- Weight:
- Fuel Tank Skid Plate - 22lb, IFS Skid Plate - 15lb, Rear Diff Skid Plate - 11lb, Transfer Case Skid Plate - 39lb
Installation:
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Estimated Install Time:
- .5 - 1 Hour (each)
Installation Guides:
IFS Skid Plate for 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 Installation Guide
Transfer Case Skid Plate for 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 Installation Guide
Fuel Tank Skid Plate for 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 Installation Guide
Rear Diff Slider for 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 Installation Guide
Product FAQs
- Is Hot-Stamped Boron Steel really a thing or is it just a marketing gimmick?
Oh, it’s really a thing! Hot Stamped Boron Steel is an ultra-high strength, press hardened steel. Hot Stamped Boron Steel is most commonly used in automotive applications for passenger impact protection because it is lightweight with an extremely high yield strength. We first started using this material for the original Colorado ZR2 Bison’s OEM skid plate package because of its high strength-to-weight ratio, hardness and resistance to gouging.
- I’ve heard horror stories of some aftermarket skid plates blocking off airflow or trapping debris. What makes AEV Skid Plates different?
The difference is in the development, testing and validation that goes into our skid plates. These are not aftermarket skid plates—these are OEM skid plates, developed alongside GM engineers specifically for the ZR2 Bison and AEV Edition programs. We had to follow the same protocols and were subject to all the same testing and validation procedures than any other OEM component would go through.
- Doesn’t the Silverado ZR2 Bison / Sierra AT4X AEV Edition have a radiator skid plate as well?
Yes, however that skid plate is only compatible with ZR2 Bison and AT4X AEV Front Bumper, therefore it is only available as a service part through the dealership.
- Why not use aluminum instead of steel to save weight?
Aluminum is lightweight and easy to shape, but it is very soft and not nearly as strong as steel. Hot-Stamped Boron Steel is much stronger than aluminum and far more resistant to gouging. Since it is press-hardened and heat-treated, we are able to deliver a product that is both lighter and stronger than any other previously used OEM or aftermarket skid plate manufacturing methods.
- Why is the Fuel Tank Skid Plate thinner than the other skid plates?
The Fuel Tank Skid Plate is slightly thinner due to mass limitations at the vehicle level. It’s still very rigid and robust but is considered as more of a puncture/abrasion guard than a typical skid plate would be. This is due to both the mass limits and the vehicle attachment interface—we couldn’t go too overkill and risk frame damage, as the skid plate system must remain the sacrificial component.
- What kind of coating is used on the skid plates?
We use a multi-stage, automotive-grade E-coating process on all our skid plates.
- Where are your skid plates manufactured?
AEV Skid Plates for Silverado/Sierra LD are manufactured in Canada.
