Install notes and evidence

Clayton source wording says: Jeep Wrangler (JK) (2007-2018); Front Big Brake Kit; Completely Bolt On With No Cutting, Welding or Spacers Required. Verify engine, transfer case, fuel tank, crossmember, transmission, and 2-door/4-door/platform details before quoting. Armor and skid systems often require matching brackets or adjacent skid sections.

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Clayton Off Road

HD Performance Brake Kit (Front) - JK

Vendor fitment: 2007-2018 JK Wrangler. Brake fitment from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

Jeep Wrangler (JK) (2007-2018); Front Big Brake Kit; Completely Bolt On With No Cutting, Welding or Spacers Required. RT Off-Road's Big Brake Kit is the solution to the strain that oversized wheels and tires place on the braking system on any JK Wrangler. This Brake Kit features Calipers with a pair of 54mm pistons for increased clamping forces, resulting in increased piston area over the single piston calipers. The 13″ vented Brake Rotors give the braking system greater leverage. The end result of the Big Brake Kit when compared to OE brakes is a 22% shorter 60-0 distance! 17″ wheels are required for installation. Kit Includes Dual Piston Calipers w/ 54mm Pistons Caliper Brackets 13″.

SKU

CRO-RT31046

Price

$499

Role

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For HD Performance Brake Kit (Front) - JK, do not treat the product name alone as final fitment or install proof. Clayton source wording says: Jeep Wrangler (JK) (2007-2018); Front Big Brake Kit; Completely Bolt On With No Cutting, Welding or Spacers Required. Verify engine, transfer case, fuel tank, crossmember, transmission, and 2-door/4-door/platform details before quoting. Armor and skid systems often require matching brackets or adjacent skid sections. Use the Clayton product page for current options and captured instruction PDFs for install evidence before quoting final labor or dependencies.

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- Clayton product-type guidance plus source install wording: Jeep Wrangler (JK) (2007-2018); Front Big Brake Kit; Completely Bolt On With No Cutting, Welding or Spacers Required

- Clayton exposes at least one product-specific instruction PDF candidate.

- Clayton source page: https://claytonoffroad.com/products/hd-performance-brake-kit-front-jk

- Vendor catalog fitment summary: Vendor fitment: 2007-2018 JK Wrangler. Brake fitment from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

- Clayton local source capture: 2026-05-06.

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

A source-backed fitment match is enough to shortlist the part. Before purchase, still confirm the exact vehicle setup, variant, install parts, and whether the customer is buying for DIY install or a shop quote.

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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
Install docsProduct-specific install/support links are captured. Confirm exact SKU/application before final approval.Captured
Product imageProduct image available
Purchase pathUse for build planning or a shop quote
Visual prioritymedium
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Fact summary

Models: JK Wrangler; Years: 2007-2018; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06