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Skid Plates >Rancho Performance Front Diff Glide Plate - Dana 44 - JT/JL Rubicon

Rancho Performance Front Diff Glide Plate - Dana 44

JT/JL Rubicon

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Part # RS62116

$178.83

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Rancho Performance Front Differential Glide Plate - Dana 44 Features:

Mounts to front axle casting

Protects casting from direct contact

Works with O.E. and most aftermarket differential covers

Durable red powder-coated finish

Allows for a much smoother glide over obstacles - forwards and backwards

Rancho Performance Front Differential Glide Plate - Dana 44 Creates a Smoother Glide Over Trail Obstacles The Rancho Performance Front Differential Glide Plate for the Jeep Wrangler JL or Jeep Gladiator JT mounts to the front axle casting to allow for a much smoother glide over obstacles whether you are going forward and backwards. Not only do these plates look great with their crisp red finish, but these glide plates protect your differential casting from direct contact with obstacles in severe off-road conditions. If you are already running a differential cover, you can still use this glide plate because it Works with OE and most aftermarket differential covers. Durable Steel Construction It is all fun and games off-road until you brake your front axle. For axles without glide plates, this is a real possibility that can make a weekend excursion go downhill fast. To ensure this never happens, the Rancho Performance Front Differential Glide Plate is Manufactured from 1/4-in. high-strength, low-alloy steel and covered in a durable red powder-coated finish. The extra protective finish ensures product longevity as well as protection against rust and corrosion. The red color adds a little pop of color over your differential that can be seen if you have a leveled or lifted Wrangler or Gladiator.

Fitment:

Jeep Wrangler JL Rubicon

Jeep Gladiator JT Rubicon

Confirm fitment on your 2021 Jeep Gladiator or Wrangler Rubicon model - Note: If the Differential has the drain plug, this Glide Plate will fit on your vehicle. If the Differential does NOT have a drain plug, this Glide Plate will NOT fit on your vehicle. Refer to Rancho's fitment notes.

Link to Rear Diff Glide Plate: Rancho Performance Rear Differential Glide Plate - Dana 44

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Brand: Rancho Performance

Mfgr. Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Condition: New Product

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5 Reviews

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Works great, Has taken a couple good hits with no issues. 9 months ago

5out of 5stars

Hbsurferman85
Have been running this skid for a few years and so far no issues. It has seen its fair share of hard hits and rocks scrapping. Some of the paint has peeled off, but again that was expected with it being on rocks. My wife bent the front lip a little when she went a route and took a good hit, but it saved the diff from damage, so worth the money in our case.

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Good value quick install 1 year ago

4out of 5stars

Maverick909
Was just what I needed. Good beefy skid for my trip to John Bull, Holcomb Creek, and Gold mountain l. Skid got worked on Holcomb creek. I would recommend the Rancho skids for sure. Just make sure you get the correct one for your Jeep axle. I verified part numbers on the Rancho website before ordering at Northridge4x4. As always quick shipping and it was in stock . Thanks again NR4x4

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No U-bolt issue here 3 years ago

5out of 5stars

Wordy
I haven't bashed this on anything yet, but this appears to be a nice and solid plate. Unlike the previous reviewers, this fit my 2020 JT without issue. I'm not sure if the U-bolt has been changed or my diff is different, but there were an excess of threads on both sides of the u-bolt - quite easy to start by hand without any bending or alternate procedure. Do check the "vehicle application notes" for this on the mfg website - it sounds like some models may not work. Northridge states this won't fit my Gladiator Sport, but it does. I have the differential with a drain plug on the bottom.

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Good but... 4 years ago

3out of 5stars

batto
Again, the u bolt situation is bad. They could add more curve to the U as it's flat across the top and it would probably fit no problem... bending it by hand is virtually impossible and no leverage to pry along the bolt to press it into place... they also have poor braces that are on the interior that cause interference for space that when ground down give enough clearance to fit the u bolt with some persuasion.. also, be VERY careful it mounts on the diff neck and not the driveshaft, it really wants to mount to the driveshaft...

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

Great Product But Install Problems 4 years ago

3out of 5stars

ArmyGreen
I purchased this skid for my 2020 Jeep JLU Recon with the Dana 44 axles. While I was trying to install the skid I ran into a problem with the u-bolt that fits around the drive shaft. The u-bolt is about 3 threads to short to be able to fit the nut and washer onto it. I tried to use a c-clamp to bring everything together but no. I got frustrated enough that I ended up calling Rancho to ask someone what the trick was. They told me to try putting the nut and washer on one side really tight and then forcing the other side on. It barley worked, but Rancho needs to provide a longer u-bolt for this in the long run.

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q: Will this fit on 2021 JLURubicon? Krakoosh4 years ago
Will this fit on 2021 JLURubicon?
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  A: Yes
  Northridge Chris @ Northridge4x4 4 years ago
  
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