Builders working on Jeep JL, JLU, and Gladiator JT platforms quickly run into clearance and airflow limitations in the factory wheel well design.
The stock plastic inner fenders leave limited room for larger tires and restrict airflow through the engine bay, which becomes more noticeable during slow speed trail driving and rock crawling.
The Motobilt High Clearance Front Inner Fenders replace the factory plastic liners with a formed aluminum design that increases tire clearance while maintaining protection for the engine compartment.
The higher clearance profile provides additional room for suspension up travel and larger tire packages, helping prevent tire interference during articulation.
The MB1243-M version adds a large center ventilation panel along with the two outer vents used in the standard design.
This expanded ventilation area allows significantly more airflow through the engine bay.
Improved airflow can help reduce heat buildup during low speed crawling, long trail days, and demanding off-road environments where engine bay temperatures can rise.
These inner fenders are designed specifically for builders running factory style suspension systems, including Mojave Gladiator shocks.
Because the center section is vented, this version is not intended to be trimmed for coilover shock tower installations.
The aluminum panels also create a clean, customizable appearance inside the wheel well.
Many builders choose to powder coat or paint the mesh and panels in contrasting colors to highlight the vented design.
Like all Motobilt products, these inner fenders were developed by builders who understand the packaging challenges inside modern Jeep engine bays and the clearance required for serious off-road use.
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Important Information
• Fits 2018–Current Jeep JL / JLU / JT
• Designed for factory style shocks and suspension systems including Mojave shock package
• Ships bare aluminum
• Requires removal of factory plastic inner fenders
• Mounting hardware included
Product Specifications
• Fits Jeep JL, JLU, and JT
• High-clearance inner fender design
• Aluminum construction
• Laser cut and CNC formed panels
• Large center mesh ventilation panel
• Dual outer vent panels
• Compatible with factory suspension systems including Mojave shocks
• Sold as pair
• Made in the USA
Notes
Motobilt offers several inner fender variations depending on suspension configuration:
• MB1243 – Standard high clearance inner fender designed for factory style shocks including Mojave Gladiator shocks.
• MB1243-B – Blank version designed for custom suspension setups and large coilover systems requiring trimming.
• MB1243-M – Version with a large center mesh panel for maximum airflow when running factory style shocks and suspension.
• MB1243-F – Designed specifically for Falcon shocks with reservoirs and external adjustment knobs.
• 392 Wrangler and EcoDiesel Gladiator models require the Motobilt windshield washer relocation tank due to interference with the factory washer reservoir.
Test fit all components before final coating or installation.
MB5066- Windsheild Washer Fluid Tank Relocator Kit for Jeep JL/JLU 392
MB5056- Windshield Washer Fluid Tank Relocator Kit For Jeep Diesel JL/JT
Test fit all components before final coating or installation.
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