{"product_id":"teraflex-hd-steering-box-skid-plate-kit-1997-2006-jeep-wrangler-tj-wrangler-unlimited-lj-4627400","title":"TeraFlex HD Steering Box Skid Plate Kit for 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ \u0026 Wrangler Unlimited LJ","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TeraFlex HD Steering Box Skid Plate Kit guards one of the most exposed parts on a 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ or Wrangler Unlimited LJ: the steering box. The plate is CNC laser cut and bent from 3\/16\" steel and finished in durable black powder coat. It works with the factory bumper and with most aftermarket bumpers, and TeraFlex rates the install at about half an hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteering box armor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCovers a vulnerable part of the TJ front end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\/16\" steel plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCNC laser cut and bent for a precise fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack powder coat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDurable finish for trail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock bumper OK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks with the factory bumper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost aftermarket bumpers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompatible with most aftermarket bumpers too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick install\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeraFlex estimates about 0.5 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e.pt-fit{margin:10px 0 4px;position:relative}.pt-fit\u003einput{position:absolute;width:1px;height:1px;opacity:0;margin:0;pointer-events:none}.pt-fit__tabs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:6px;margin:0 0 12px;padding:0}.pt-fit__tabs label{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:7px;cursor:pointer;padding:6px 14px;border:1px solid #e2e4e6;border-radius:999px;background:#f2f3f4;color:#4a5057;font-weight:700;line-height:1.35}.pt-fit__tabs label\u003espan{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;box-sizing:content-box;min-width:1.5em;height:1.5em;padding:0 .3em;line-height:1;font-size:.75em;font-weight:700;color:#8a9099;background:#ffffff;border-radius:999px}.pt-fit__tabs label:hover{background:#e8eaec}.pt-fit__p{display:block}#fit-4627400 .pt-fit__p{display:none}.pt-fitw{overflow-x:auto;border:1px solid #e6e6e6;border-radius:8px;background:#ffffff;margin:10px 0 4px}.pt-fitw table{display:table;table-layout:fixed;width:100%;margin:0;border-collapse:separate;border-spacing:0;border:none;min-width:560px}.pt-fitw caption{caption-side:top;text-align:left;padding:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.06em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#8a9099;font-size:.8em}.pt-fit .pt-fitw caption{position:absolute;width:1px;height:1px;padding:0;overflow:hidden;clip-path:inset(50%);white-space:nowrap}@media print{.pt-fit .pt-fitw caption{position:static!important;width:auto!important;height:auto!important;clip-path:none!important;padding:0 0 8px!important}}.pt-fitw th{background:#141414;color:#ffffff;text-align:left;padding:11px 14px;font-weight:700;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.09em;text-transform:uppercase;border:none;white-space:nowrap}.pt-fitw td{padding:11px 14px;border:none;border-bottom:1px solid #ececec;background:#ffffff;vertical-align:top}.pt-fitw tbody tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f7f7f7}.pt-fitw tbody tr:last-child td{border-bottom:none}.pt-fitw td.y{font-weight:700;white-space:nowrap}.pt-fitw td.b{white-space:nowrap}.pt-fitw td.n{color:#5a6067;font-size:.92em}.pt-fitw td.e{color:#c4c8cc}#fit-4627400\u003e.pt-fit__panels\u003e.pt-fit__p:first-of-type{display:block}#fit-4627400\u003einput:checked~.pt-fit__panels\u003e.pt-fit__p{display:none}@media print{#fit-4627400 .pt-fit__tabs{display:none}#fit-4627400 .pt-fit__p{display:block!important}#fit-4627400 .pt-fitw{overflow:visible!important}#fit-4627400 .pt-fitw table{min-width:0!important}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pt-fitw\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eJeep\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:22%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:28%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:12%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:38%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"y\"\u003e1997-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWrangler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"b\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"n\"\u003eTJ\/LJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf7f7;border-left:4px solid #ba232a;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:14px 16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck your Jeep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrangler TJ or Unlimited LJ 1997-2006, stock or most aftermarket bumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for:\u003c\/strong\u003e YJ, JK or JL\/JT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e TeraFlex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 4627400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Steering box skid plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/16\" CNC laser cut and bent steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBumpers:\u003c\/b\u003e Stock and most aftermarket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 843885005070\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTime:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.5 hours · \u003cb\u003eWhat's involved:\u003c\/b\u003e Remove the driver-side lower bumper bolt and front lower steering box bolt and bolt the skid plate on with them, then drill a 5\/16\" hole in the cross member and fasten the last corner with the self-tapping bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the short version. Follow TeraFlex's install sheet (below) for your Jeep's exact steps and torque values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the driver-side lower bumper bolt and the front lower steering box bolt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the skid plate over the two exposed bolt holes and refit the bumper bolt and steering box bolt; with the stock bumper, use flat washers to correct the plate's spacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the remaining hole in the skid plate's ear as a guide, center-punch the round cross member.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill the mark with a 5\/16\" drill bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the last corner of the skid plate to the cross member with the supplied self-tapping bolt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4784\/0244\/files\/teraflex-install-sheet-1537.pdf?v=1792344012\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e999065 TJ Steering Box Skid Plate Instructions (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e, TeraFlex's own installation guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, Shipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e TeraFlex covers ball joints, tie rods, tie rod ends and drag links for life against defects in materials and workmanship, and paint and powder coat finishes for 90 days (defects only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeraFlex extends its limited warranty only to the consumer who first bought the product, and only on the vehicle the part was first installed on. It does not pass to a later owner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage starts on the purchase date and does not restart if a part is repaired or replaced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a covered defect, TeraFlex will either repair or replace the product (or the faulty part) free of charge or refund the purchase price, at its discretion, and it pays the freight to send a repaired or replacement part back to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot covered: damage from transportation, storage, improper use, skipped instructions or preventive maintenance, modifications, unauthorized repair, normal wear and tear, product finish, improper installation or maintenance, racing or competition, or accidents, abuse and neglect. Improper installation, poor maintenance, racing or competition use, and neglect or abuse void the warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint and powder coat finishes carry 90 days of defect coverage only, not wear from use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClaims: contact us first. Keep your proof of purchase or original invoice; removing the part from the vehicle and the inbound shipping are the owner's responsibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships free to the lower 48 states, with no minimum order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder by 5 PM ET on a business day and it starts processing the same day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost orders arrive within 1-5 business days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe email your tracking number as soon as it ships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInspect on delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the drag link, tie rod, ends, jam nuts and any bracket against the TeraFlex parts list before you start, and contact us right away about anything missing or damaged. Check it as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for crushed ends, punctures or tears in the carton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf something looks wrong, take photos of the box and the parts (and if a driver asks you to sign, note the damage on the receipt).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the box and check the parts against the parts list before you install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmail \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@prestigetruck.com\"\u003esupport@prestigetruck.com\u003c\/a\u003e right away with your order number, a short note and photos. We send a replacement or a full refund at no cost to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30-day returns.\u003c\/strong\u003e Return it within 30 days of delivery, unused, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmail \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@prestigetruck.com\"\u003esupport@prestigetruck.com\u003c\/a\u003e with your order number. We reply within 1-2 business days with instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamaged, defective or wrong item: we send a prepaid label or arrange a pickup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanged your mind: you pay return shipping. No restocking fee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefunds go back to your original payment method within 7 business days of approval. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prestigetruck.com\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003ereturns policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout TeraFlex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start;margin:6px 0 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:0 0 150px;max-width:150px;border:2px solid #14161a;padding:12px 8px;text-align:center;font:700 22px\/1.1 Rajdhani,'Arial Narrow',sans-serif;letter-spacing:.06em;color:#14161a;\"\u003eTERAFLEX\u003cspan style=\"color:#ba232a;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 340px;min-width:240px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeraFlex describes itself as a Jeep company at heart, started and staffed by people who drive them. It designs, engineers and builds suspension systems, shocks, axles and performance parts, with the Wrangler and Gladiator at the center of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company traces its roots to the 1950s and MEPCO (Military Equipment Parts Company), an early supplier of Jeep parts. TeraFlex Manufacturing followed in 1996 to build heavy-duty suspension for the TJ Wrangler, and today's catalog runs from full lift systems and the Falcon shock line to axles, steering and armor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf7f7;border-left:4px solid #ba232a;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:14px 16px;margin:16px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorized TeraFlex dealer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prestige Truck is an authorized TeraFlex dealer, so what we sell is new and genuine TeraFlex. 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