MetalCloak is an American manufacturer based in California that has been designing and building off-road components exclusively for Jeeps for over two decades. Every part is CAD-engineered, laser cut, welded and finished in-house, and the company backs its structure and coating with a lifetime warranty.

Frame-Built Front Bumper Base - Jeep TJ/LJ/YJ Wrangler

The Frame-Built base alone, without end caps. For owners who want to build their own configuration, or start with the base and pick caps later. 29 reviews averaging 100%.

The Frame-Built system for the TJ

Frame-Built bumpers are modular: one frame-mounted base plus interchangeable end caps and optional hoops. A damaged cap is replaced on its own, and the configuration can change without buying a whole new bumper.

Two cap types in the TJ range: Hi-Crawler 43" reach higher and cover more of the front body; Lo-Pro Crawler 43" sit lower for a better approach angle. Both are 43" wide - narrower than the factory TJ bumper, so the caps do not stick out past the tires.

Black Textured Powder Coat

The powder coated version carries MetalCloak's signature micro-textured semi-gloss finish. It resists stone chipping and local trail damage can be touched up without refinishing the whole part.

Specification

• Bumper base: 3/16" (4.8 mm) hot rolled steel
• Finish: black powder coat
• Fitment: Jeep TJ/LJ Wrangler 1997-2006, YJ Wrangler 1987-1995

Factory sway bar - please check: if your TJ or LJ has a factory front sway bar (the vast majority do), the bumper needs the sway bar remounting kit - part 2191. Without it the factory mount fouls the bumper base.

Add-ons: 43" Hi-Crawler caps (2123) or 43" Lo-Pro Crawler caps (2127), a winch guard (2161), a Hi-Mount Stinger (2162), shackle mounts (2131, 2141), fairleads (2151, 2153) and the Dendro light bar (2192). Ready configurations are offered as Frame-Built bumpers 231000-270001.

Before painting: the manufacturer requires a test fit on the vehicle before any custom paint or powder coating. Painted parts cannot be returned.

Homologation: this product carries no European type approval. Road legality after installation is decided by the vehicle inspection station; check before buying if in doubt.

Installation

Easy. 1-2 hours.

A note on vehicle age

TJs and LJs are now twenty to nearly thirty years old. Expect seized bolts and corroded frame threads when removing factory parts - soak the joints in penetrant beforehand and use anti-seize on reassembly. Several reviews of TJ parts are really about this rather than about the part.

We import this product directly from the MetalCloak factory in the USA. Please contact us for the current lead time before placing an order.

Warranty and service

MetalCloak backs its products with a lifetime warranty on structure and coating for the original owner. The warranty does not cover accident damage, incorrect installation or owner-performed modifications. As an authorised dealer we handle the whole claim process for you.

Why buy from us

Szekla4x4 is a Jeep-focused shop and workshop. We import MetalCloak parts directly from the manufacturer, advise on the right configuration for your model year and engine, and can fit the part in-house. If you are unsure about fitment for your vehicle, contact us before ordering - a VIN lets us confirm the match.