Metal Cloak - 3.5" Game Changer Suspension - Gladiator

3.5" Game Changer Suspension

Our top of the line mid-arm Game Changing Suspension System for the Gladiator outperforms all others, featuring patented technology available nowhere else.

• Duroflex™ Joints enhanced with Kevlar
• True Dual Rate™ Coils
• Durotrak™ equipped track bars
• Height adjustable bump stops
• Specifically tuned shocks for True Dual Rate Coils
• Designed for maximum UP and DOWN travel

The MetalCloak Game Changing Duroflex™ Joints are the only vulcanized elastomer, self-centering joint enhanced with DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber providing incredible durability with more misalignment in the control arms and better vibration dampening than anything else available. Exclusive to MetalCloak (see detailed info in the main body).

True Dual Rate™ Coils provides the most comfortable and stable ride over traditional single rate lift springs, and provide better load handling than the typical "progressive/multi-rate" coils. Our True Dual Rate coils are extra long in free-length to maintain contact for extreme articulation. MetalCloak has over a decade of proven dual-rate coil performance.

The Durotrak bushings reduce NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) that can be transferred to the driver and provides a smoother ride while also improving the vehicles steering input. The patented bushing is a 2-part design that can rotate 360 degrees in a vertical plane unhindered while minimizing horizontal forces to keep the Jeeps axle centered and you going in the right direction.

We offer a choice in shocks; run the shock set-up you choose to fit your build needs. If you have a different idea of what shocks will work best for you- go for it. MetalCloak suspensions ARE designed to optimally be used with the patented MetalCloak 6Pak™ Shocks for maximum up and down travel. Our RockSport Shocks (Exclusively at MetalCloak) provide the next longest travel you can get with the simplicity of a standard shock and share the same valving as 6Paks; this is a great option if looking for a no-maintenance option at a great price. The choice is yours to buy the suspension with or without shocks; we recommend our specifically tuned shocks but we leave the choice up to you.

Adjustable height front and rear bump stops are a MetalCloak first and allow you to adjust the travel to be tailored to the size of tire you have optioned for. Add more bump stop or remove to adjust to the clearance you need without having to remove the coils.

All MetalCloak suspension components, are designed for maximum up AND down travel while providing the best suspension geometry available to deliver the performance you demand. MetalCloak "components" have been proven safe with the FMVSS certificate of safety configured with 37" tires, full body armor and suspension lift.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Due to the long-travel MetalCloak suspensions provide, factory drive shafts will contact OEM components and wear quickly when at the extremes of articulation. An aftermarket driveshaft will be needed. (Front Auto Transmission Drive Shaft)

MetalCloak engineers have chosen shocks that have been proven to have the ideal synergy with our systems. We have not tested other shocks on the market as to whether they complement our Game-Changer system or suppress its performance.

MetalCloak does not recommend powder coating your True Dual Rate Coils. See instructions for additional details.

MetalCloak Recommends You Have a Suspension Specialist Align Your Jeep Once MetalCloak Suspension is Installed.

This item is being offered as a complete system that contains all the components shown. We cannot customize, replace or remove a component from the kit. If you need a custom order, all components are available individually and our sales team is happy to help you place your order. If you purchase this system, and decide you do not need a component or part of the system, we cannot accept returns.

Now with Kevlar!

DuPont™ Kevlar® Fiber is now compounded in the proprietary elastomer of the Duroflex Bushing, bringing even more strength, durability and performance. Kevlar® is a synthetic fiber with extremely high tensile strength to weight ratio¦five times stronger than steel and commonly used in bullet proof armor applications. Duroflex Bushings w/Kevlar® can be identified by the MetalCloak located on the outer surface.

Control Arm Duroflex Joint Alignment...

At MetalCloak we take the care to build every product right. Most manufacturers build their control arms misaligned from center. Why? It simply costs less to do so. By not cutting any corners, our joints are Centered and Aligned reducing wear and improving performance. It makes them easier to install, too!

Control Arm Specs

JT Gladiator / JL Wrangler Lower Front (sku #7601)

• CNC Formed
• 3/16" Wall DOM Steel
• 1.5" OD
• Precision Locking Nut
• Gold Zinc Plate
• Duroflex Joint at Both Ends

JT Gladiator / JL Wrangler Upper Front (sku #7602)

• CNC Machined
• 3/16" Wall DOM Steel
• 1.25" OD
• 3/16" Steel Clevis
• Precision Locking Nut
• Gold Zinc Plated
• Duroflex Joint

JT Gladiator Lower Rear (sku #7603)

• CNC Machined
• 3/16" Wall DOM Steel
• 1.5" OD
• Precision Locking Nut
• Gold Zinc Plate
• Duroflex Joint at Both Ends
• Lengthened 5/8" for Best Axle Position

JT Gladiator Upper Rear (sku #7604)

• CNC Formed
• 3/16" Wall DOM Steel
• 1.5" OD
• Precision Locking Nut
• Designed for Oversize Tire Clearance
• Gold Zinc Plate
• Duroflex Joint at Both Ends
• Lengthened for Best Axle Position

Degrees of Articulation

MetalCloak's Duroflex Joint provides 28 more articulation and flex than typical control arms!

What are True Dual Rate Coils?

MetalCloak True Dual Rate™ Coils have one of the longest free length in the industry for greater articulation without sacrificing the OEM ride quality. Without the advantage of the Dual Rate Design, the required Spring Rate would be too low and "squishy" - just loading your Jeep up with supplies would affect ride height and quality.

Not just any track bar bushing...meet the Patented Durotrak

The Patented Durotrak™ Bushing is a NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) bushing made with a proprietary elastomer compound unique to MetalCloak. The Durotrak™ two part bushing is comprised of two pieces that thread together making this bushing simple to install without a press, reduces vibration and harshness transferred to the driver, and improves vehicle steering input.

Solid Chromoly front track bar keeps you... well.. on track

Formed for ultimate Up-Travel & Down-Travel the Front Track Bar gives unprecedented strength, clearance, and improved ride stability.

Stop The Guess Work. Bump It Up!

MetalCloak Adjustable Bump Stop System...

• Adjust from 1" - 4" Without Removing Coils
• Perfect Height Regardless of Tire Size
• Thermoset Elastomer Dampens Impact
• Additional Pads Available on Request

Rear Adjustable Bump Stops!

Manufactured from trail-proven natural thermoset elastomer, each puck is designed to work universally with your JT Gladiator. Designed specifically for the JT Gladiator, the system comes with 4 Rectangular Pucks, allowing for easy adjustment between 1" - 4".

Outboard Shock Mount

MetalCloak JT Gladiator / JL Wrangler Outboard Front Lower Shock Mount Spacer Kit:

• Engineered to move the lower shock mounts away from the Jeep frame rails increasing clearance for the shock body at the extremes of articulation.
• All Grade 8 hardware provided.
• Treated with Gold Zinc Chromate for the ultimate in defense against the elements.
• Manufactured from laser cut 3/16" steel and CNC bent for superior strength and exact fitment.

Bracket rotates shock eyelet; allows it to swing with the axle vs bind on the limited elastomer material. The Outboard Front Lower Shock Mount Spacer comes in the NO Shock, RockSport Shock Kits Only. The 6Pak Shocks do not require the outboard shock mount.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If using OE wheels 2" spacers will be needed to give proper clearance. These mounts are intended for use for wheels with 4.5" of backspacing or less or an equivalent of a 2" spacer on factory wheels.

Choose Your Shocks

The 6Pak™ Shock: The design of the 6Pak didn't just revolutionize shocks, it changed the suspension game forever. The Patented MetalCloak 6Pak™ (metalcloakpatents.com) provides the longest shock travel relative to a compressed length for any off-road shock ever built in history, period.

MetalCloak's Long-Travel Shock Technology provides a game-changing platform featuring parallel shafts extending from a floating body, centralized by dual opposing reservoirs; this revolutionary feature allows for twice the usual stroke over typical industry shocks. Now the problems of low-hanging shocks or limited travel because of your shock body are fully and completely eliminated.

The RockSport Shock: It's not just a shock, it is a piece in a tuned system. This is not a typical bolt on shock. RockSport shocks are valved and specifically tuned to work with MetalCloak True Dual-Rate Coils.

MetalCloak has refined the RockSport Shocks compression and dampening to provide stable, yet compliant manners for daily driving and also in situations where Long Travel articulation is needed to keep the tires planted on the ground.

• RockSport Front Shock Length:
• Extended Length: 30.0"
• Collapsed Length: 17.7"
• RockSport Rear Shock Length:
• Extended Length: 28.0"
• Collapsed Length: 16.8"

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Compatibility: 2019 + JT Gladiator
• Control Arms:  1 1/2" .187 DOM Steel Tubing
• Duroflex Joint: Proprietary Vulcanized Elastomer made with DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber
• True Dual Rate Coils: High Tensile Chrome Steel
• Track Bar: 4130 Solid Chromoly
• Durotrack Bushing: Proprietary Vulcanized Elastomer
• Front Adjustable Bump Stops: Thermoset Elastomer
• Rear Adjustable Bump Stops: Thermoset Elastomer
• Steel Coating: Gold Zinc

IMPORTANT NOTES

Driveshaft: Due to the long-travel MetalCloak suspensions provide, factory drive shafts will contact OEM components and wear quickly when at the extremes of articulation. An aftermarket driveshaft will be needed.

Shock Options: MetalCloak engineers have chosen shocks that have been proven to have the ideal synergy with our systems. We have not tested other shocks on the market as to whether or not they compliment our Game-Changer system or suppress its performance.

True Dual Rate Coils: MetalCloak does not recommend powder coating your True Dual Rate Coils. See instructions for additional details.

Suspension Alignment: We Recommend You Have a Suspension Specialist Align Your Jeep Once a MetalCloak Suspension is Installed.

System Customization: This item is being offered as a complete system that contains all the components shown. We cannot customize, replace or remove a component from the kit. If you need a custom order, all components are available individually and our sales team is happy to help you place your order.

System Components: If you purchase this system, and decide you do not need a component or part of the system, we cannot accept returns.

INSTALLATION

• Installation Difficulty: Moderate
• Body Modification: None
• Time to Install: 6-8 hours