Install notes and evidence

Metalcloak source wording says: Features include: Frame Built Bumper Base 49" Light Caps All Hardware for Install Easy Installation Made in the USA The Frame-Built Combo Bumper Base replaces the weak factory bumper with a 3/16" steel plate that is [click for more...] a sturdy platform for mounting a winch to.. Verify bumper width/configuration, winch/fairlead path, lighting, recovery points, sensor/camera/fog-light state, lower skid, and accessory caps/hoops before checkout.

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.

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Metalcloak

Frame-Built Bumper #1500, JK Wrangler

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

MetalCloak's Jeep JK Wrangler Frame-Built Bumper (Pre-Configured) - one of our most popular builds. Features include: Frame Built Bumper Base 49" Light Caps All Hardware for Install Easy Installation Made in the USA The Frame-Built Combo Bumper Base replaces the weak factory bumper with a 3/16" steel plate that is [click for more...] a sturdy platform for mounting a winch to. The base comes with welded on shackle mount recovery points for when you or others are stuck on the trail. The bumper base is designed to mount all popular winch brands; the unique design ensures the winch is as low as possible for the best possible air flow through the Seven Slot grill. The light caps mounts directl...

SKU

FB-JK-1500*

Price

$874

Role

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Can this take a winch?

Winch compatibility

Frame-Built Bumper #1500, JK Wrangler has winch/fairlead information in the product details. Treat that as a fitment path, not a blank yes: verify the exact winch model, mount or plate, fairlead, wiring route, recovery points, and front-end weight before quoting.

Sources

- Metalcloak product page: https://metalcloak.com/jk-wrangler-frame-built-bumper-1500.html

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

- 2007-2018 JK Wrangler

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

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Purchase pathUse for build planning or a shop quote

Visual prioritymedium

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Fact summary

Models: JK Wrangler; Years: 2007-2018; Source: manufacturer_website; Captured: 2026-04-25