Install notes and evidence

Clayton source wording says: Our 1/4" FAD skid plate was engineered to help protect both the front and rear of your mount . Verify position, lift-height range, joint/bushing style, axle side versus frame side, alignment effect, and whether this is a standalone replacement or part of a larger Clayton kit.

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Clayton Off Road

Jeep Wrangler Front Axle Disconnect Skid (2018+, JL/JT)

Vendor fitment: 2018-2026 JL Wrangler, JT Gladiator. Armor Steps with 2 inch lift-height data from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

The Clayton Off Road Jeep JL/JT Front Axle Disconnect (FAD) Skid Plate for your 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL or 2020+ Gladiator was designed to offer maximum protection and strength . Our 1/4" FAD skid plate was engineered to help protect both the front and rear of your mount . Utilizes an easy bolt on installation using 6 mounting points. New counter sunk bolts are included for the lowers to help with clearance, and factory hardware is reused in the top 4 mounting locations. Back is made slightly taller in order to offer maximum protection for your plastic and aluminum disconnector motor. IMPORTANT NOTE : This skid plate REQUIRES the removal of your stock steering stabilizer bracket. We offer a.

SKU

COR-4109010

Price

$99

Role

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Suspension lift height

This is a 2.5-3 inch lift-height family. Verify the exact engine, drive side, spring-capacity variant, and loaded vehicle weight before quoting because those choices can change final stance.

Sources

- Clayton Off Road product page: https://claytonoffroad.com/products/jeep-wrangler-front-axle-disconnect-skid-2018-jl-jt

- Source text: Models: JL Wrangler, JT Gladiator; Years: 2018-2026; Lift height: 2 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06 The Clayton Off Road Jeep JL/JT Front Axle Disconnect (FAD) Skid Plate for your 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL or 2020+ Gladiator was designed to offer maximum protection and strength .

Fitment and build notes

Vendor catalog record promoted for browsing. Final fitment, install dependencies, and shopper selection still require review before checkout.

For a lift, the last check is the complete Jeep setup: exact year/model/trim, doors, engine, lift variant, target tire size, wheel width and offset/backspacing, bump stops, flare/fender clearance, gearing, spare support, added bumper/cargo weight, and whether a shop is installing it.

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Fitment statusUseful for a shortlist, but exact vehicle setup, dependencies, or purchase path still need review.Needs vehicle setup check

Evidence levelNeeds source collection and claim-level review before it should be treated as recommendation-ready.Evidence review needed

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Fact summary

Models: JL Wrangler, JT Gladiator; Years: 2018-2026; Lift height: 2 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06