MetalCloak Rear ExoSkin Plates, Black Powder Coat, Jeep Wrangler JK 2-Door (pair)

The rear corner of a JK tub takes a hit on every tight manoeuvre, and the metal there is thin and unbraced. This kit is MetalCloak's simplest and cheapest answer to that problem.

ExoSkin plates in 1/8in steel (3.2 mm), laser cut, bolted over the factory rear quarter skin. One customer put it most concisely: "Good rock protection and strength to body without full exo-skin."

? Which rear plate? Three levels, three prices

We stock all three. This version is for someone who wants to protect the corner and nothing more — on factory flares, or Overland and Hardline ones.

Integration with the ExoCorner lights

The manufacturer designs this plate to integrate seamlessly with the ExoCorner LED taillight kit: an aluminium bar bolts to the plate and stiffens it. We stock both versions of the kit — 3430 (machined aluminium housings) and 3431 (ASA housings with side markers and reverse lights).

⚠ Note: the ExoCorner kits include their own ExoSkin plates. If the ExoCorner is on the plan from the start, this item would duplicate them — get in touch and we will advise.

What's in the kit

• 2 × ExoSkin plate (driver and passenger), 1/8in laser cut steel
• full size drilling template
• all required hardware (riv-nuts)

Technical data

• Application: Jeep Wrangler JK 2007–2018, 2-door body
• Manufacturer part number: 3412
• Material: 1/8in cold rolled steel, laser cut
• Finish: black textured powder coat — no variant choice
• Mounting: riv-nuts, template included
• Compatibility: Overland and Hardline fenders and most aftermarket; integrates with ExoCorner LED
• Installation difficulty: easy; body modification: drilling; time: 1–2 hours
• Shipping weight: approx. 10.0 kg
• Country of manufacture: USA
• Manufacturer lead time: 2–3 weeks

⚠ A small contradiction in the manufacturer's data: the feature list and specification say "Finished in Black Texture Powder Coat", while one note mentions raw and powder coat. The product page offers no finish choice, so the black version is what ships.

Who it's for

For JK owners who want the rear corner protected at the lowest cost and in the shortest time — an hour or two rather than three, and the lowest price in the whole family of rear plates.

No reviews at the manufacturer yet — the 4-door version (3413) has 100% from four.

Installation notes

The manufacturer rates the install easy, 1–2 hours — the shortest in this family. Mounting relies on riv-nuts, and a full size template is included. Worth having your own spare riv-nuts and a step bit.

? A note from the reviews that may save trouble: one customer had a roof rack mounted in the same location — it could be worked around, but it needed a trial fit. If you have anything bolted to the rear corner, check it before drilling.

Szekla4x4.pl is an authorised MetalCloak dealer with a workshop specialising in Jeeps.

Frequently asked questions

Can I bolt Overline flares to this?

No. That is what 3411 is for, with its built-in mounting system. We stock it too.

How does it differ from the 3414?

Coverage. This plate protects the corner alone, while the 3414 runs from the rear door edge to the back of the quarter. This one is cheaper and quicker to fit.

Does it fit the 4-door JK?

No. That body has part number 3413, which we also stock.

Is there a raw metal version?

The manufacturer's page offers no finish choice — the black powder coated version is what ships.

Does it work with factory flares?

The manufacturer lists Overland, Hardline and most aftermarket. For factory flares, get in touch before ordering.

What is the lead time?

2–3 weeks at the manufacturer plus transport — shorter than the larger plates (3–5 weeks).