TJ Long Arm Skid Plate Center Section, Early Model ('97 - '02)
The MetalCloak TJ Long Arm Skid Plate Center Section is 1/4" plate steel that provides protection for the vulnerable underside of the Jeep and adds chassis Strength when used in conjunction with the frame mount brackets.
Features include:- 1/4" Plate Steel Control Arm Mounting Points
- Stiffens Chassis When combined With Frame Brackets
- Provides Easy Access to Transmission & Transfer Case
- Works With MetalCloak Boat-Sided Style 1/4" Steel Plate Frame Brackets
- Smooth Flat Skid Surface With Recessed Hardware
- Front & Rear Approach and Departure Ramps Designed to Slide Up & Over the Rocks
- Stock or Aftermarket Transfer Cases OK
- Two Center Section Versions Available - Early or Late Model TJ's
- Finished in Premium Black Texture Powder Coat
- Made in the USA
Hardware is recessed to keep snag free and is easily accessed. The center section is finished in our premium black texture powder coat.
The complete system will work with stock or aftermarket transfer cases
The long arm skid plate center section also comes in a late model ('03 - '06).
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THE TECH
Fully Integrated 3 Piece Belly Pan
- 1/4" Plate Steel Mounting Points
- Stiffens Chassis
- 3 Piece Belly Pan Provides Easy Access to Transmission & Transfer Case
- Boat-Sided Style 1/4" Steel Plate Angled for Approach & Departure
- Front & Rear Approach and Departure Ramps Designed to Slide Up & Over the Rocks
- Stock or Aftermarket Transfer Cases OK
- Early Model TJ's
Ultimate In Strength
1/4" Plate Steel provides the Ultimate in Strength while providing bolt-on Control Arm Geometry.
3 Piece Belly Pan Ride Height
The MetalCloak 3 piece belly pan fits aftermarket transfer cases (*i.e. Atlas) with no floor modifications or body lift. MetalCloak's 3 piece belly pan is as tall as the factory belly pan allowing you to lose no ground clearance.
What's in the Kit?
- Center Skid Plate
- Transmission Bracket
- Skid Nut Plates
- All Required Hardware
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Items | Details |
---|---|
Compatibility | 1997 - 2006 Jeep TJ Wrangler | LJ Wrangler |
Center Skid Plate | 1/4" Hot Rolled Steel Plate |
Steel Coating | Black Powder Coat |
IMPORTANT NOTES
Welding: This kit requires welding at the rear axle.
Suspension Alignment: We recommend you have a suspension specialist align your Jeep once a MetalCloak suspension is installed.
INSTALLATION
Installation Difficulty | Difficult - Licensed Installer Recommended |
Body Modification | Cutting & Welding |
Time to Install | 2 - 3 Hours |
Installation Instructions | Click Here to see a full list of MetalCloak Installation Instructions. |
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