Winch Guard, CJ/YJ/TJ/LJ
The MetalCloak Winch Guard for the Jeep TJ/LJ & YJ Wranglers provides rugged protection and a customized look for MetalCloak frame-built front bumpers.
Features Include:- For the TJ/LJ & YJ Bumper Base
- Fits the CJ Bumper Base
- Low Profile Design
- Removable
- Made of 1 3/4” x .120 Wall Steel Tube
- 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel Mounting Plates
- Black Texture Powder Coat Finish
- Quick and Easy Installation
- All Required Hardware
- Made in the USA
The winch guard bolts directly to the MetalCloak frame-built front bumper system for a quick and easy installation. All hardware is included to secure the winch guard into place. The winch guard comes in MetalCloak’s signature black powder coat to protect it against corrosion and rust while being abused out on the trail.
The winch guard is modular part for your MetalCloak Bumper; add accessories like a winch hook, license plate adapter, or fairlead. If you want to customize the look of your front bumper, check out this winch guard or any of our other bumper options to change to a fresh configuration for your Jeep.
Note: All TJ/LJ/YJ Hoops come with weld on shackles.
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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MetalCloak's Jeep TJ/YJ/CJ Wrangler Bumpers.
Who Is MetalCloak?
MetalCloak creates Game-Changing Products for the Off Road Enthusiast.
Winch Guard
The Guard’s low-profile design adds protection for the winch and offers a non-obtrusive presence that mount to the MetalCloak Frame-Built Bumper Systems perfectly.
Premium Black Powdercoat
Our signature Black Textured Powdercoat provides a micro-texture semi-gloss finish that is easily repairable after trail damage. Watch the video to learn more.
THE TECH
Winch Guard
The MetalCloak Winch Guard for the Jeep CJ/YJ/TJ/LJ Wranglers and provides a customized look for MetalCloak frame-built front bumpers.
- 1 3/4" .120 Wall Tubing
- Hot Formed 3/16" Steel Plate
- 45° Approach Angle
- 8 1/4" Height Above Bumper
- 22 3/4" Guard Width
- Premium Black Texture Powder Coating
Specifications
The winch guard's low-profile design adds protection without obstructing your line of sight. Made of strong 3/16" hot rolled steel and 1 3/4” steel tubing. The guard protects the winch from damage when out on the trail while providing no loss in approach angle like typical bulky front bumpers.
Bolts directly on and works with all components.
What's in the Kit?
- Winch Guard
- All Required Hardware
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Items | Details |
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Compatibility | 1972 - 1986 CJ Wrangler | 1987 - 1995 YJ Wrangler | 1997 - 2006 TJ/LJ Wrangler |
Winch Guard |
1 3/4" x .120 Wall Steel Tube 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel Plate |
Steel Coating | Black Powder Coat |
IMPORTANT NOTES
Weld-On Shackles: All TJ/LJ/YJ/CJ Hoops come with weld on shackles.
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 | 20 Minutes |
Installation Instructions | Written instructions are not provided for this product. If you have questions about this kit, please reach out via the Contact Us form. |