Install evidence

Metalcloak source wording says: The rear tail gate finish plate for the Jeep JK Wrangler allows for the removal of the factory tire carrier and plastic venting.. Verify tire size and weight, SportGate or tire-carrier compatibility, hinge/tailgate loading, camera/license-plate state, and accessory mounts before checkout.

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JK Wrangler Tail Gate "Finish" Plate

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

The rear tail gate finish plate for the Jeep JK Wrangler allows for the removal of the factory tire carrier and plastic venting. The plate finishes the back of your gate with a functional and customized look. Features Include: Fits JK Wranglers Bolts Into Factory Locations All Aluminum 2-Piece Design Made of 1/8" Aluminum Maintains Factory Designed Venting Prevents Water Seepage Quick and Easy Installation All Required Hardware Available in Raw or Black Powder Coat Made in the USA Our unique two-piece design eliminates the factory plastic venting allowing for [click for more...] the full functionality intended by the manufacturer while providing a more stylish statement for your JK Wrangl...

SKU

2449*

Price

$114

Role

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For JK Wrangler Tail Gate "Finish" Plate, use the Metalcloak source page and captured source facts before treating the card as checkout-ready. Metalcloak source wording says: The rear tail gate finish plate for the Jeep JK Wrangler allows for the removal of the factory tire carrier and plastic venting.. Verify tire size and weight, SportGate or tire-carrier compatibility, hinge/tailgate loading, camera/license-plate state, and accessory mounts before checkout. Confirm final options and fitment on the Metalcloak page before purchase.

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- Metalcloak product-type guidance plus source wording: The rear tail gate finish plate for the Jeep JK Wrangler allows for the removal of the factory tire carrier and plastic venting.

- No exact Metalcloak product-specific instruction PDF was captured in this pass.

- Metalcloak source page: https://metalcloak.com/jk-wrangler-tail-gate-finish-plate.html

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

- Metalcloak local source capture: 2026-04-25T16:58:54.644Z.

Fitment and build notes

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

For tires and wheels, the last check is the full tire/lift/wheel combination: tire size, wheel width, offset/backspacing, trim, flares/fenders, bump stops, steering clearance, gearing, spare support, and the install plan.

Readiness

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

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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