DESCRIPTION

ALUMINUM SKID PLATES FOR HEAVY DUTY YET LIGHTWEIGHT PROTECTION.
At a total of 90 lbs, the total net weight is only 10 lbs more than factory skids but much heavier duty and more complete coverage.
Artec Industries' NEW JT Gladiator Bellypan is designed to give your 2020+ Jeep Gladiator full protection underneath the vehicle. Designed using CAD files directly from the manufacturer, this belly pan skid plate ensures that you have a great fit with factory components. Made from 1/4" thick 6061 Aluminum and 3/16" zinc plated steel, and CNC cut and formed, the Artec JT Bellypan Kit offers both a strong and lightweight solution for your new Jeep JT.
NOTE: 1.5"+ LIFT REQUIRED FOR USE WITH BELLYPAN
- Adds only 10 lbs to net weight of vehicle yet covers far more and is heavier duty than factory skids
- 90 lbs total weight compared to the Steel version at 160 lbs...a 44% weight savings
- Increases ground clearance of 3/4" from factory skids and even more compared to other aftermarket skid plates
- 1/4" 6061 Aluminum for skid plates, 3/16" zinc plated steel brackets
- Designed from factory CAD files for great and ultra precise fit.
- CNC laser cut and CNC formed using custom rolled dies for high strength, unique look, and perfect contour fitment to OEM components.
- All bolts under skid plate are countersunk for absolutely smooth bottom
- All nuts are pressed into steel brackets for easy, one tool removal
- Bolts directly to OEM T-case crossmember and frame using heavy duty flat head bolts that match OEM thread
- No need for an aftermarket T-case crossmember for completely flat surface
- Modular design lets you take off only one section for vehicle servicing
- Protects Oil Pan, Transmission Pan, Gas Tank, Front Exhaust and Transfer Case
- OEM gas tank skid is replaced for reduced weight and 3/4" higher clearance*
- Artec Gas tank skid can be removed without dropping entire tank thanks to new additional cross-member and tank strap.
- Clearance near rear drive yoke shaft to prevent rubbing
* From what we have found the crossover pipe may need to be modified slightly by heating the crossover pipe with a small torch (map gas or propane ) and pinch the pipe some with a c clamp to clear the oil pan skid (don't worry it crushes down from the factory next to where you would need to pinch) A majority of JL/JT will not have the contact, but due to factory variance from Jeep's factory, there is a small amount of affected vehicles.
NOTE: This product requires general mechanics skills and should only be installed by someone capable of using basic tools. Artec Industries is not responsible for incorrect installation. By purchasing, the customer agrees that they are fully responsible for correct installation.
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Instructions
We're working to restore these instructions from our previous website. Please bear with us. If you need immediate assistance, contact sales@artecindustries.com.
The JT bellypan installs very much like the JL bellypan which is featured in the install video and written instructions below. Many of the parts are shared so you will see some parts labeled JL4101-x and some parts labeled JT4150-x. There are some differences and we are working on an updated video and written instructions for this but it takes a while. In the meantime, here are the differences.
- In step 8, parts 4 and 5 use different hardware and attach slightly different than in the written instructions. Part 4 uses M10 hardware that is longer replaces the OEM hardware. Remove the OEM bolt on the front motor mount and thread in the new M10 bolt. It will pass down through the OEM captured nut and then you insert the top of bracket 4 and then loosely fasten with washer and nut. Part 5 attaches to the top of the motor mount bracket instead of underneath. Remove the OEM bolt from the front motor mounts and then place bracket5 on top of the motor mount and then install the OEM bolt again.
- In step 9, the forward most hole on the gas tank skid is held on by a nutstrip JT4150-16 that is inserted into a slotted hole on the side of the frame just like you did in step 7 with part 12.
- In step 9, on the gas tank skid, the hole right in front of the lower control arm bracket needs the aluminum spacer in between the frame and gas skid. Reuse factory bolt here.
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