Install notes and evidence

EVO source wording says: retaining the partial factory skid plate and adding an addtional 3/16”. Verify axle width, drag link/tie rod ends, stabilizer/ram-assist mounts, wheel clearance, alignment, and whether this is a full steering kit or a service/replacement component.

Product-specific install PDFs or videos are not captured for this record yet. Treat this as a source gap before quote, checkout, or labor planning.

Armor & stepsSource-captured candidateProduct image available

EVO Manufacturing

PROTEK FRONT AXLE DISCONNECT SKID PLATE, BLACK FAD CAD FOR JL/JT

Vendor fitment: 2018-2026 JL Wrangler, JT Gladiator. Armor & steps fitment from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

Jeep JL/ JT Protek Front Axle Disconnect Skid Plate, Black FAD CAD The Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU/JT front axle is manufactured with a CAD Center Axle Disconnect (also called FAD). This feature is designed to improve fuel economy but does add a vulnerable load bearing casting to long side of the JL/JLU/JT front axle tube. Castings are known to be delicate to impact loads and being that impacts of the axle is invevitable off road, protection is a must. The EVO MFG JL/JT CAD adds much needed protection by retaining the partial factory skid plate and adding an addtional 3/16” steel full coverage skidplate not only protecting the FAD casting and wiring harness but also extending forward to protect the highly vulnerable front steering stabilizer. The EVO MFG CAD/FAD Skid comes fully welded, powder coated black and ready to install with standard tools in a few simple minutes.

SKU

EVO-3042B

Price

$118.38

Role

review candidate

Preview on my Jeep Vendor/source

Fitment and build notes

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

For bolt-on parts, the last check is the exact vehicle and option setup: year/model/trim, sensors or cameras, lights, winch or recovery plan, finish, related brackets, and whether the customer is installing it or sending it to a shop.

Readiness

Fitment statusBuilt from a manufacturer product record, but still needs exact vehicle setup, install evidence, dependencies, and selected variant review before purchase or quote.Source-captured candidate

Evidence levelThe manufacturer product page is captured. Product-specific install PDFs, dependency mapping, owner/shop evidence, and final approval may still be missing.Manufacturer page captured

Install docsNo product-specific install PDF, install support link, or official video is captured for this record yet.Source needed

Product imageProduct image available

Purchase pathUse for build planning or a shop quote

Visual prioritymedium

Source-backed facts

Fact summary

Models: JL Wrangler, JT Gladiator; Years: 2018-2026; Source: evomfg.com; Captured: 2026-04-27