Install notes and evidence

Verify front/rear position, lift height range, paired suspension components, travel/clearance, brake-line or driveline implications, and alignment 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.

Suspension & liftsNeeds vehicle setup checkProduct image available

Metalcloak

3.5" - 4.5" Fox Shocks, Rear, Pair | JT Gladiator

Vendor fitment: 2019-2026 JT Gladiator. Suspension & lifts fitment from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

Improve handling and performance with Fox/BDS shocks. Increase the shock dampening for more stability, with better function both on the street and off-road.

SKU

1004

Price

$409

Role

review candidate

Start build with this part Vendor/source

Ask Rig Builder about this product

Ask product-specific questions about fitment notes, install docs, and simple comparisons.

For full build planning, tire/lift/wheel combinations, or a recommendation path, use the main Ask Rig Builder advisor.Open Ask Rig Builder

Question

What lift height is this for?

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

- Metalcloak product page: https://metalcloak.com/jt-gladiator-rear-shocks-bds-performance-fox-kit.html

- Source text: Verify front/rear position, lift height range, paired suspension components, travel/clearance, brake-line or driveline implications, and alignment before checkout.

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

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

Product imageProduct image available

Purchase pathUse for build planning or a shop quote

Visual prioritymedium

Source-backed facts

Fact summary

Models: JT Gladiator; Years: 2019-2026; Source: manufacturer_website; Captured: 2026-05-01