JL Wrangler/JT Gladiator Frame-Built Front Bumper Base
Combo Bumper Base for the Jeep JL Wrangler & JT Gladiator is a Frame-Built Bumper and Winch Plate combination that replaces the factory plastic or thin steel bumper with a 3/16" thick steel base.
Features include:- Hot Rolled Steel 3/16" Steel Plate
- Integrated Winch Plate
- Gold Zinc Brackets
- Shackle Mounts Hold up to a 7/8" Adapter
- Premium Black Texture Powdercoating
- Holds Winch Low for Better Airflow
- Utilizes MetalCloak Bumper End Caps (sold separately)
- Made in the USA
The base is designed to mount all popular winch brands; the unique design ensures the winch is as low as possible for the best possible air flow through the Seven Slot grill.
Frame-Built Combo Bumper Base is finished in MetalCloak's signature black powdercoat.
Note: Mojave Model JT's may need modification to the shock reservoir bracket to fit in its original position
Note: Shackle mounts are engineered to be used as recovery points only; the shackle mounts are NOT designed for flat-towing.
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THE TECH
JL & JT Frame-Built Combo Bumper Base
- Hot Rolled Steel 3/16" Steel Plate
- Integrated Winch Plate
- Gold Zinc Brackets
- Shackle Mounts hold up to a 7/8" adapter
- Premium Black Texture Powder Coating
- Holds Winch Lower for Better Airflow
Modular Design
The first step on your Frame-Built adventure, the Combo Bumper Base is designed to fit all major winches with no modification. All components bolt directly on creating a unified bumper ready to meet any challenge.
Once you choose your base, select your End Caps, Fairlead, Shackle Mounts and Hoop or winch guard to complete your Frame-Built bumper. The built-in Winch Plate will fit most winches including the Warn Powerplant.
Recovery Points
D-Ring shackle mounts for confidence when recovery of yourself or others is the task at hand.
What's In The Kit?
- Front Bumper Base
- Integrated Winch Plate
- Support Brackets
- All Required Hardware
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Items | Details |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | 2018 + JL Wrangler | 2019 + JT Gladiator |
| Bumper Base | 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel |
| Integrated Winch Plate | 1/8" Hot Rolled Steel |
| Support Brackets | 1/8" Hot Rolled Steel |
| Steel Coating | Bumper - Black Texture Powder Coat Support Brackets - Gold Zinc |
IMPORTANT NOTES
Mojave: Mojave Model JT's may need modification to the shock reservoir bracket to fit in its original position
Recovery Points: Shackle mounts are engineered to be used as recovery points only; the shackle mounts are NOT designed for flat-towing.
INSTALLATION
| Installation Difficulty | Easy |
| Body Modification | None |
| Time to Install | 1 - 2 Hours |
| Installation Instructions | Click Here to see a full list of MetalCloak Installation Instructions. |