Jeep JL Wrangler & JT Gladiator Bolt-On 4-Link Front System, 4-Door

The "Bolt-On" Front Long Arm System provides the most consistent wheel base measurements throughout the cycle of suspension along with improved pinion angle for your Jeep.

Features Include:

  • Frame Mounted Upper/Lower 1/4in Steel Control Arm Brackets
  • 2 Upper Long Arm Duroflex Control Arms 1.25DOM .1875 (3/16)wall
  • 2 Lower Long Arm Duroflex Control Arms 2.0DOM .25 (1/4)wall
  • Beefy 3/16" Steel Replacement Crossmember
  • Gold Zinc Protection
  • All Required Hardware
  • Made in the USA

This is what you want to change out your suspension to front long arms, MetalCloak provides you with [click for more...] everything you need. Thick 2.0 DOM .25 (1/4) wall steel lower control arms provide strength that can take abuse with forged threaded ends for the ultimate in durability. Upper control arms are 1.25DOM .1875 (3/16) and formed to provide clearance for up and down travel. Upper and Lower Control arms utilize our patented Duroflex bushings for bind free, service free articulation.

Fitted with Duroflex™ Joints, the only vulcanized elastomer, self-centering joint enhanced with DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber – providing incredible durability with more misalignment in the control arms and better vibration dampening than anything else available. Exclusive to MetalCloak (see detailed info in the main body).

MetalCloak Front JL Long Arm Frame Mounts are used in replacement of the factory mounts when installing the front control arms for a long arm suspension. Fully welded and boxed for strength, the 1/4" steel brackets are low profile for clearance and are finished in gold zinc for a long lasting finish.

This system requires cutting off the factory front control arm brackets and is for the Rock Crawler that demands precision when it comes to wheelbase and pinon angles.

MetalCloak's Front Long Arm will feature our best high speed handling properties for on and off-road and the "Bolt-On" Front Long Arm System is made in the USA.

Note: Does not work on Mojave.

Note: We recommend you have a suspension specialist align your Jeep once a MetalCloak suspension is installed.

Note: This item is being offered as a complete system that contains all the components shown. We cannot customize, replace or remove a component from the kit. If you need a custom order, all components are available individually and our sales team is happy to help you place your order.

Note: If you purchase this system, and decide you do not need a component or part of the system, we cannot accept returns.

Note: Some model Jeep JL and JT have a different crossmember configuration. While installation is still possible, it may require some modification of the MetalCloak crossmember to install correctly.

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VIDEOS

MetalCloak's Jeep JL Wrangler Suspension is the proven leader among production suspension systems.

Who Is MetalCloak?

MetalCloak creates Game-Changing Products for the Off Road Enthusiast.

Duroflex 101

This short video covers what you need to know about the basics of the Duroflex Joint. How it should be used and what to expect when using it.

Why Gold Zinc?

It's time for The MetalCloak Minute... where we answer frequently asked questions in about a minute. Today's topic: Gold Zinc

Duroflex Joint Maintenance

It's time for The MetalCloak Minute... where we answer frequently asked questions in about a minute. Today's topic: Joint Maintenance

Duroflex Joint Revealed

The MetalCloak Duroflex Joint gives better dampening properties over OEM style rubber Clevite Joints and provides more misalignment than “other” inferior Flex Joints.

Vibration Dampening

We tested our Duroflex Joint using a "Shaker Table" and seismometer app to show how much Vibration Dampening the Duroflex Joint gives you compared to other industry leading joints.

A Comparison of Flex

Comparing the Flex of the Duroflex Joint with that of the Johnny Joint, the Teraflex Monster and the typical Clevite.

What is Corner Travel Index?

Since 2014 MetalCloak has tested thousands and thousands of rigs at events all across the county collecting specs on the build and cataloging the results. The data collected allows us to make our own products better.

FMVSS 126 Compliant

MetalCloak not only has the best off road flex, but we are also Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 126 certified and compliant. No other company can match our on- and off-road performance.

Proudly Made in the USA

MetalCloak proudly manufactures products in America. Take a glimpse of Our incredible team that lives and breaths innovation and quality.

THE TECH

IT ALL STARTS WITH THE BUSHINGS

The Patented Duroflex™ Joint (metalcloakpatents.com) is the key to getting the greatest flex in a bolt-on suspension kit. Period.

Duroflex Control Arm Joint Comparison

MetalCloak has taken the best features of the most widely used control arm joints and combined those features to create the Duroflex Joint, producing a Low-Maintenance, High-Misalignment (34˚), Self-Centering, Rebuildable Joint with an OEM quality ride.

Duroflex Kevlar Bushing

Now with Kevlar!

DuPont™ Kevlar® Fiber is now compounded in the proprietary elastomer of the Duroflex Bushing, bringing even more strength, durability and performance.

Kevlar® is a synthetic fiber with extremely high tensile strength to weight ratio…five times stronger than steel and commonly used in bullet proof armor applications.

Duroflex Bushings w/Kevlar® can be identified by the MetalCloak “M” located on the outer surface.

Control Arm Duroflex Joint Alignment...

At MetalCloak we take the care to build every product right.

Most manufacturers build their control arms misaligned from center. Why? It simply costs less to do so.

By not cutting any corners, our joints are Centered and Aligned reducing wear and improving performance.

It makes them easier to install, too!

Duroflex Misaligned

Threaded Forged Ends

Forged Ends

Forged for Strength...

The adjustable threaded ends are Forged providing a 37% higher fatigue strength over inferior cast parts, this EXTRA rock bashing strength will hold up to whatever you throw at em.

Control Arm Specs

JL Wrangler Upper Front (SKU #7291)
  • CNC Formed
  • 3/16" Wall DOM Steel
  • 1 1/4" OD
  • Threaded Forged Ends
  • Precision Locking Nut
  • Gold Zinc Plate
  • Duroflex Joint at Both Ends
  • 1/4" Steel Clevis
JL Wrangler Upper Front Duroflex Control Arms

JL Wrangler Lower Front (SKU #7294)
  • CNC Formed
  • 1/4" Wall DOM Steel
  • 2" OD
  • Precision Locking Nut
  • Threaded Forged Ends
  • Designed for Oversize Tire Clearance
  • Gold Zinc Plate
  • Duroflex Joint at Both Ends
JK Upper Rear Duroflex Control Arm

Degrees of Articulation

MetalCloak's Duroflex Joint provides 28˚ more articulation and flex than typical control arms! (Learn More About Duroflex Control Arms)

Duroflex Control Arms Articulation Low Articulation Joints

Front Bolt On Control Arm Brackets

MetalCloak Front JK Long Arm Frame Mounts are used in replacement of the factory mounts when installing the front control arms for a long arm suspension. Fully welded and boxed for strength, the 1/4" steel brackets are low profile for clearance and are finished in gold zinc for a long lasting finish.

Front Upper Control Arm Brackets Front Lower Control Arm Brackets

Crossmember

Replacement Crossmember

Our upgraded 3/16" steel replacement cross member is the benchmark of strength.

Thicker steel and additional holes for attachment points, there is no better way to support your Jeep.

What's in the Kit?

  • Upper Front Long Arms
  • Lower Front Long Arms
  • Front Control Arm Brackets
  • Replacement Crossmember
  • All Hardware Required
Whats in the Kit

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Items Materials
Front Long Arms 1.25" DOM x 3/16 Wall Steel Tubing
2.0" DOM x 1/4 Wall Steel Tubing
Duroflex Joint Proprietary Vulcanized Elastomer made with DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber
Front Control Arm Brackets 1/4" Hot Rolled Steel
Crossmember 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel
Steel Coating Gold Zinc

IMPORTANT NOTES



Mojave: Does not work on Mojave.

Suspension Alignment: We recommend you have a suspension specialist align your Jeep once a MetalCloak suspension is installed.

System Customization: This item is being offered as a complete system that contains all the components shown. We cannot customize, replace or remove a component from the kit. If you need a custom order, all components are available individually and our sales team is happy to help you place your order.

System Components: If you purchase this system, and decide you do not need a component or part of the system, we cannot accept returns.

Modification: Some model Jeep JL and JT have a different crossmember configuration. While installation is still possible, it may require some modification of the MetalCloak crossmember to install correctly.

INSTALLATION

Installation Difficulty Moderate
Body Modification Drilling & Cutting
Time to Install 10 - 12 Hours
Installation Instructions Click Here to see a full list of MetalCloak Installation Instructions.
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