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Artec Industries APEX Front Axle Armor Kit (18-26 Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon)Find parts that fit my vehicle

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      Product Information

      Features, Description, Q&A, Specs & Installation

      Features & Specs

      • Apex Design Provides More Rigidity than a Flat Top Truss Design. Patented
      • CNC Precision Laser Cut
      • Dimpled Holes Provide Light Weight and Rigidity
      • CNC Precision Bending Ensures Perfect Fitment
      • Hassle-Free Installation: Reinforced Truss – Simply Drop It in Place and Start Welding
      • 3D Models from Dana Corp and Vehicle OEM for Optimal Fit and Clearance, with Minor Grinding May Be Required
      • 70% Less Welding Needed Than Previous Designs for Less Warping, Faster Turnaround, Lower Costs
      • Contours to Both the Cast Steel Differential and Front Axle Disconnect (FAD)
      • Worry-Free Wheeling for Multiple Tire Sizes on Stock JL and JT Axles with Minor Lift and Bump Stop Extensions
      • Strengthens Weak Front and Center Axle Disconnect (FAD/CAD) by Bridging It
      • American Made
      • Fits 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and Jeep Gladiator JT Rubicon and MaxTow models with OE axles; Does Not Fit Extreme Recon, Mojave Gladiator, or Vehicles with 05 Casting Without Modification

      Description

      Reinforced Axle Protection. The Artec Industries APEX Front Axle Armor Kit enhances the strength and reliability of factory Jeep JL and JT axles by providing comprehensive protection. Designed for extreme off-road use and daily driving, it fortifies weak points in the front axle, especially around the axle disconnect section, ensuring durability and performance on challenging terrain.

      Construction and Appearance. Crafted from CNC precision laser-cut and bent steel, the kit features a unique peaked truss design with dimpled holes to optimize rigidity while reducing weight. It is engineered using 3D modeling based on Dana Corp and OEM specifications to contour precisely to the cast steel differential and axle disconnect areas. Some grinding and adjustment may be necessary to accommodate axle casting variations, ensuring a reliable fit without overstatement of precision.

      Installation. Installation requires general welding and fabrication skills, including welding to cast components; no drilling is necessary. The kit is designed for a hassle-free fit with simplified welding points, reducing welding time by approximately 70% compared to previous designs, which helps minimize warping and lowers installation costs.

      Application. This kit fits 2018-2026 Jeep Wrangler JL and Jeep Gladiator JT Rubicon and MaxTow models equipped with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) axles. It does not fit Extreme Recon or Mojave Gladiator models without modification and is not compatible with newer 05 axle castings or non-OEM axles. Vehicles with minor suspension lifts and bump stop extensions are supported. Buyers should verify axle type and casting before purchase to ensure proper fitment, especially if axle housing swaps or modifications have been performed.

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      Installation & What's in the Box

      Installation Info

      Installation Time

      (approx) 1 Hour

      Difficulty Level:

      Simple installation for anyone.

      Installation Guides

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      What's in the Box

      • Axle Armor Kit

      4.8

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      Will It Fit My Wrangler

      • JL Rubicon 2 Door - 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26
      • JL Rubicon 4 Door - 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26