Description
Looking for rocker guards that can take serious abuse? The Motobilt Frame Mounted Rocker Guards for the 2020–current Jeep Gladiator JT are built to withstand whatever the trail throws at them. Unlike body-mounted rocker protection, these rockers are welded directly to the frame, creating a true structural barrier between your Gladiator’s body and trail obstacles.
By transferring impact forces directly into the frame instead of the body or body mounts, these rocker guards provide unmatched protection in extreme terrain. They’re strong enough to be used as a jack point, giving you confidence when lifting the vehicle on the trail.
The frame mounts are constructed from 3/16-inch thick laser-cut steel plate, CNC-formed into boxed structures that dramatically spread loads across the frame. Compared to tube-and-gusset-style mounts, this design provides up to four times the surface area at the frame and three times the surface area at the slider connection—resulting in exceptional strength and durability.
The slider section itself is built from 2-inch DOM steel tubing, with end caps and center bracing fabricated from the same 3/16-inch formed steel as the mounts. Each set ships fully welded in bare steel, ready for final fitment, welding, and finishing.
If you plan to run demanding trails, these frame-mounted rockers are essential protection for your Gladiator.
Features:
- Frame-mounted design transfers impacts directly to the frame
- Constructed from 3/16" laser-cut, CNC-formed steel plate
- 2" DOM steel tube slider construction
- Boxed frame mounts provide superior load distribution
- Strong enough to be used as a jack point
- Fully welded construction
- Compatible with factory fender flares
- Sold as a pair
Installation & Finish Notes
- Ships bare steel; must be painted or powder coated before use
- Installation requires welding—professional installation recommended
- If powder coated, test fit first to avoid damage
- Powder coat must be removed from weld areas prior to installation
- Always disconnect battery cables before welding
Fits 2020–current Jeep Gladiator JT
**2019–2020 JT models with 3-bolt transmission crossmembers on the passenger-side frame rail may require minor trimming of the mounting bracket base
Long-arm suspension notice:
If your rear long-arm suspension mounts outside the frame rails, it may interfere with these rockers. For those setups, use Motobilt Frame Mounted Rocker Guards for long-arm suspensions (Part No. MB1259).
