Rock Hard 4x4 Front Bolt-In Ultimate Sports Cage Brace Kit - Bare

This fits 2018 to 2023 JL and JT models. For 2024 JL and JT models with side curtain airbags, please click HERE.

Please Note: Test fitting is required prior to powder coating / paint. While we make every effort to insure the highest quality parts arrive for install, Rock Hard 4x4™ cannot be held liable for any coating expenses on cage components.

The RH4x4 Jeep bolt-in Sport Cage is the cornerstone of Rock Hard 4x4™ products. Developed first for the Jeep Wrangler TJ and proven after years and years of trail use and abuse - the RH4x4™ bolt-in Sports Cage has become one of the most popular safety upgrades in the Jeep aftermarket industry.

RH4X4 FEATURES:

The Why - Factory Design Complications

The Wrangler JL almost didn't come to market with solid axles. Weight was a major factor in determining if the Wrangler would sacrifice off road capability for fuel mileage standards. In the end, and what we have today, is a Wrangler attempting to both satisfy regulations and maintain its heritage. To save weight, and save solid axles, the JL engineers installed a very light weight, very thin wall (14 gauge), very body-integrated cage system.

To strengthen this lighter cage, the engineers produced an extremely hardened, odd shaped tubular design. In developing Rock Hard 4x4's Cage Brace System, they broke virtually every drill bit in their building. The tubing is unlike any material Jeep has ever used, certainly in the occupant safety realm. The shape requires a new way to install a Cage Brace System, and a back to the drawing board approach for us. After a full year of research and development, they're proud to release their innovative design.

Installation

They promised they'd innovate a no-weld design, and they've done it. RH4x4's Cage Brace System strengthens the weak/vulnerable points in the OEM JL cage plus adds functionality. Their System does require some special tools but does not require welding.

Drilling - every RH-90700 Cage Brace System includes a "Drill Bit Pack": 2 special hardened drill bits and a special "die grinding tree". Why 2 drill bits? Because odds are, you'll need 2. The new factory cage material, while only 14 gauge, is hardened. It takes a very slow (300 RPM ideal, 500 RPM max) drill process and a special hardened cobalt drill bit to penetrate. Your big box store drill bits will not work. The die grinder tree will help you remove burs and finish out the holes. You aren't required to purchase, but may very well need, an additional Drill Bit Pack.

The Design

The RH4x4 JL Cage Brace System strengthens the JL cage is all the critical areas.

Note: All products sold by Rock Hard 4x4™ are sold for off road use only. Any other use or application is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or user.