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Rugged Ridge Front Skid Plate - Black (07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK)
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Features, Video & Details
- Protects Steering Components of Your Jeep
- Constructed of 1/4-Inch Steel for Durability
- Has E-Coating for Rust Resistance
- Designed for 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK Models
Review & Installation Video
Review & Install Video
Benefits.The Rugged Ridge Black Front Skid Plate is designed to protect all front steering components of your jeep while off-road driving.
Construction. This Jeep Wrangler skid plate is constructed of 1/4-inch powder-coated steel for durability. It also has E-coated finish to provide rust resistance.
Installation. It includes special gussets and welded brackets for easy mounting. It is designed to fit Rugged Ridge front bumpers or even factory front bumpers of 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK models.
Construction. This Jeep Wrangler skid plate is constructed of 1/4-inch powder-coated steel for durability. It also has E-coated finish to provide rust resistance.
Installation. It includes special gussets and welded brackets for easy mounting. It is designed to fit Rugged Ridge front bumpers or even factory front bumpers of 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK models.
Fitment: 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Details
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- Installation Info
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Installation Time: (approx) 1 Hour
Difficulty Level:Simple installation for anyone
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- Will it fit my Wrangler?
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- JK Rubicon 2 Door - 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
- JK Rubicon 4 Door - 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
- JK Wrangler 2 Door - 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
- JK Wrangler 4 Door - 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
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Questions & Answers (6)
5 Top Rated Questions
Will this work with Rugged Ridge XHD Front Bumper Kit w/ Stinger Bar Stubby Bumper Ends on my 2017 Jeep JKU?
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The Rugged Ridge Front Skid Plate will fit the XHD Front bumper kit.
Will this work with a front receiver hitch (Draw-tite or Curt)?
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It is unlikely that the Rugged Ridge Front Skid Plate will work with a front receiver hitch, it looks as if the hitch and skid plate would mount up in similar locations as well. We have not test fitted the Rugged Ridge Front Skid Plate with a front receiver hitch so we would be unable to confirm fitment between the two.
Will this work with the barricade trail force HD bumper?
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The Rugged Ridge Skid Plate Front is designed to fit with Rugged Ridge and stock front bumpers and has not been tested to fit with any other brand.
Will this fit with the ARB Bull Bar
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Hello, we will need more info about your build and bull bar to help you with your question about this Rugged Ridge Skid Plate Front. Please feel free to give us a call or send us an email so we can help you with your question. http://www.extremeterrain.com/contact.html
Will this work with the Spartacus front bumper?
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Hello, yes this will work with the Spartacus Front Bumper
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- Does this skid plate fit on a stock bumper? 1 answer
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Yes, this Rugged Ridge Skid Plate Front, Black (07-17 Wrangler JK) will fit with the stock front bumper.
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Customer Reviews (18) Write a Review
Overall Rating
out of 5 stars
Installation Time:Afternoon
no one in the world ever gets what they want, and that is beautiful
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1/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
April 29, 2018
Not a true bolt on IMO.
This is NOT a true bolt on, at least on my 2017 JK. Had to do a lot of grinding on front cross member and had to oval out the front two holes on the rear brackets. Plus with my Rugged Ridge front bumper no way to get to front bolts with out removing the bumper. I have no intention of buying Rugged Ridge products again. I will spend the extra money for better engineered/designed parts.
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4/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
April 25, 2018
Easy Fit
While I did have to modify my frame just a little for the plate to fit up, I like this one a lot better than the others I've installed. I did not have to remove the bumper to install this and it works with 98 of the bumpers on the market. If you are looking for a front skid plate and you have an odd front bumper like me, I highly suggest this one.
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1/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
February 08, 2018
Bolt holes don’t line up
I have it installed on my 17 sport JK but it was a little bit of a pain and two bolt holes don’t line up. Has 6 nuts and boots so missing two still allows for installation. Wouldn’t recommend
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5/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
January 28, 2018
Works Great With DV-8 FS-11 Front Bumper
I have ‘10 Rubicon so I needed a sway bar skid plate to protect the ESD that would go with my DV-8 FS-11 bumper. Tried others but this is the only one that fit minor cutting and drilling. Just what I needed. Quality is solid as noted by other reviews. For me, couple of beers to install including cutting, painting and shooting the breeze with the neighbor. Posted some pics.
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5/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
December 11, 2017
Rock Solid however requires some finess
As asked in the QandA, it does fit with a Draw-Tite/ Curt front hitch mount. My 2014 had the "extra" end caps welded on the factory frame that had to be ground down/off to allow the skid to fit properly without a gap in the factory frame. I also had to drill and widen the hole on the passenger side frame for the bottom bolt to fit. The brackets coming off the sway bar mount had to be pried to allow the skid bolts to fit. Once mounted and bolts tightened up it looks like a factory fit. The skid is solid and should take some serious abuse!!
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5/5
October 31, 2017
This front skid plate is a must have
Installing this skid plate covered up a nasty previous collision bend caused by large boulders. After straightening the bend and installing this plate I have since bounced this plate over more objects and I would not Jeep without it. Installation would be easy for most.
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5/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
October 23, 2017
Easy install
Skid plate was easy to install. It gives way more protection to the under-side front than the stock bumper and "dust cover" The finish is durable and looks good.
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5/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
September 01, 2017
Very good product!
Fairly easy to install. Be sure to follow the instructions and attach the back bolts first, but leave them loose enough to be able to get the front bolts in too. Blends well with the bumper and is very sturdy.
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4/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
July 27, 2017
Skid plate
Makes my jeep look sharp. Much better than the plastic piece that came standard. Had to do some drilling, but an easy install.
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5/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
July 18, 2017
Worth it!
It was exactly as advertised!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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5/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
May 16, 2017
Quality Construction
The skid plate was easy to install. Does a great job of protecting the sway bar disconnect. Also dresses up the front end. Went well with the Barricade HD bumper.
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5/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
August 17, 2016
Great Product
This is a rugged skid plate that bolts on easily. I did have to drill one hole on the passenger side crash bar and do some trimming of the frame, where it is welded to the crash bar. This was minor and is covered in the directions. Make sure to follow the directions and tighten bolts in the order specified and you will be fine. I bought this to go with a Warn Elite full width front bumper and it fit perfectly. Took a couple hours to install, but I took my time and a couple of breaks.
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5/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
April 29, 2016
Requires Mods
Make sure you have a sawzall, a drill and some black paint for the later models (Post 2010) as you will have to trim some of the brackets to get this to fit. The details are provided in the installation instructions that are provide with the plate. It is the ONLY skid plate to work with the Barricade bumpers and is way better than not having any protection in a critical area of the Jeep. Construction is rock solid. Looks great as well. Very happy with this overall
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5/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
January 10, 2015
Good, heavy skid plate
This skid plate is a good, heavy product. It was a fairly easy install and adds protection as promised.
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5/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
February 20, 2014
Skid plate
Installed quick you do need do some cutting. Less then 30 minutes install painted cause I had to some cutting I have a pant my jeep befor installing it.
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5/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
May 31, 2013
Solid protection
This skid was a little difficult to install (a little bit of cutting was required) but it was worth it. Nicely built and solid. This will last for years.
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1/5
Installation Time: Afternoon
March 21, 2013
after little cutting was a perfect fit
except for a little cutting it fit perfect , was a little hard getting to some of the nuts for tightining .
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5/5
Installation Time: Less than 1 Hour
January 17, 2013
Awesome Rugged Ridge Skid Plate
This was an easy install and good protection for offroading. Will be getting a RR bumper soon to enhance the look!
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I’ve always been into cars of all kinds but I really fell in love with my Jeep. My Jeep was my first vehicle, and first and only Jeep so far but I know there will be others. The fact that there is nothing on the road that it can be confused with is what drew me to it. The sense of community and the ...
