Install notes and evidence

Clayton source wording says: JEEP GLADIATOR 2020+ JT FOX PERFORMANCE SERIES 2.5 HTO SHOCKS ( SET OF 4 - 2 FRONT, 2 REAR ) FRONT 2.5 PERFORMANCE SERIES HTO 2 x 987-24-016 2-3" JT DIRECT BOLT IN 17.54 COMPRESSED 26.82 EXTENDED REAR 2.5 PERFORMANCE SERIES HTO 2 x 987-24-017 2-3" JL DIRECT BOLT IN 19.04 COMPRESSED 29.72 EXTENDED FOX 2.5 Performance Series HTO shock is a bolt-on shock loaded with position-sensitive technology, vehicle-specific valving, and larger pistons to improve on and off-road performance. 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

FOX 2.5 - JT 2-3'' Package Non-reservoir HTO

Vendor fitment: 2020-2026 JT Gladiator. Suspension & lifts with 2.5 inch lift-height data from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

JEEP GLADIATOR 2020+ JT FOX PERFORMANCE SERIES 2.5 HTO SHOCKS ( SET OF 4 - 2 FRONT, 2 REAR ) FRONT 2.5 PERFORMANCE SERIES HTO 2 x 987-24-016 2-3" JT DIRECT BOLT IN 17.54 COMPRESSED 26.82 EXTENDED REAR 2.5 PERFORMANCE SERIES HTO 2 x 987-24-017 2-3" JL DIRECT BOLT IN 19.04 COMPRESSED 29.72 EXTENDED FOX 2.5 Performance Series HTO shock is a bolt-on shock loaded with position-sensitive technology, vehicle-specific valving, and larger pistons to improve on and off-road performance. A type II anodized aluminum body efficiently dissipates heat and prevents corrosion. The 2.5-inch shock body features an internal floating piston (IFP) to separate the shock oil from the high-pressure nitrogen.

SKU

FOX-5310002

Price

$1,387.80

Role

review candidate

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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/fox-2-5-jt-2-3-package-non-reservoir-hto

- Source text: Models: JT Gladiator; Years: 2020-2026; Lift height: 2.5 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06 JEEP GLADIATOR 2020+ JT FOX PERFORMANCE SERIES 2.5 HTO SHOCKS ( SET OF 4 - 2 FRONT, 2 REAR ) FRONT 2.5 PERFORMANCE SERIES HTO 2 x 987-24-016 2-3" JT DIRECT BOLT IN 17.54 COMPRESSED 26.82 EXTENDED REAR 2.5 PERFORMANCE SERIES HTO 2 x 987-24-017 2-3" JL DIRECT BOLT IN 19.04 COMPRESSED 29.72 EXTENDED FOX 2.5 Performance Series HTO shock is a bolt-on shock loaded with position-sensitive technology, vehicle-specific valving, and larger pistons to improve on and off-road performance.

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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Models: JT Gladiator; Years: 2020-2026; Lift height: 2.5 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06