Install notes and evidence

Clayton source wording says: Jeep Wrangler JK Heavy-Duty Crossmember (2007–2018) Ditch the thin, overpriced factory crossmember and upgrade to our Heavy-Duty JK Crossmember , designed as a direct OEM replacement with serious strength and durability. 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

Jeep Wrangler Front Heavy Duty Cross Member (2007-2018, JK)

Vendor fitment: 2007-2018 JK Wrangler. Suspension & lifts with 2 inch lift-height data from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

Jeep Wrangler JK Heavy-Duty Crossmember (2007–2018) Ditch the thin, overpriced factory crossmember and upgrade to our Heavy-Duty JK Crossmember , designed as a direct OEM replacement with serious strength and durability. Built from 3/16" double-wall CNC laser-cut steel , this crossmember is engineered to handle real off-road abuse and integrates seamlessly with our Clayton Off Road skid plates. Key Features: 3/16” Double-Wall Steel Construction – 33% thicker than stock for serious durability. E-Coated Finish – Fully coated inside and out for maximum corrosion resistance. OEM Replacement Design – Direct bolt-in fit for 2007–2018 Jeep JKs (manual or automatic). Skid Plate Compatible –.

SKU

COR-2108212

Price

$279

Role

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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/jeep-wrangler-front-heavy-duty-cross-member-2007-2018-jk

- Source text: Models: JK Wrangler; Years: 2007-2018; Lift height: 2 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06 Jeep Wrangler JK Heavy-Duty Crossmember (2007–2018) Ditch the thin, overpriced factory crossmember and upgrade to our Heavy-Duty JK Crossmember , designed as a direct OEM replacement with serious strength and durability.

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.

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

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Fact summary

Models: JK Wrangler; Years: 2007-2018; Lift height: 2 inch; Source: scrape; Captured: 2026-05-06