{"product_id":"jl-2-door-aluminum-belly-skids-3-6-v6","title":"JL 2‑Door Aluminum Belly Skid System — 3.6L V6","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eJL 2‑Door Aluminum Belly Skids — 3.6L V6\u003c\/strong\u003e provide full underbody protection for JL Wrangler owners who demand maximum clearance, strength, and durability on technical terrain. This system shields the engine, transmission, transfer case, DEF tank, and fuel tank while reducing weight compared to factory steel components.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThese skids are built from \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" thick 5052 aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e, chosen for its superior formability and long‑term rigidity. Bolt heads are tucked up and out of the way wherever possible to reduce snag points and improve slide performance across rocks and ledges.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nRemoval of the factory gas tank skid is required and results in a \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" gain in ground clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The aluminum system weighs \u003cstrong\u003e104 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e (or \u003cstrong\u003e110 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e with the optional e‑torque skid), but the net weight gain is offset by removing the factory steel skid and other underbody components.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThese skids are designed with compatibility in mind for popular aftermarket suspension systems—including \u003cstrong\u003eRock Krawler Long Arm kits\u003c\/strong\u003e with minimal modifications—larger axles, and multiple engine configurations such as the 6.4 Hemi.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Drivers Choose These Belly Skids\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull underbody protection for drivetrain and emissions components\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5052 aluminum construction for strength and reduced weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved ground clearance with factory skid removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEngineered bolt placement for better sliding over obstacles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with long‑arm suspension systems and larger axles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional e‑torque skid available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1\/4\" 5052 aluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull belly coverage for engine, transmission, transfer case, DEF tank, and fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3\/4\" ground‑clearance gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSystem weight: 104 lbs (110 lbs with e‑torque skid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for multiple engine configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Rock Krawler long‑arm systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Video\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gjIbFNCqfIE\" title=\"Ultimate JL\/JT Belly Skids [Installation \u0026amp; Product Overview]\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nProducts are designed to fit vehicles with varying factory tolerances; minor hand‑fitting may be required. Bare aluminum may show surface imperfections from handling and fabrication—these are easily concealed with textured powder coat. Smooth finishes may require additional prep work. Lead times are estimates and may vary due to production realities. All Next Venture Motorsports products are laser cut, CNC formed, and hand‑welded in Colorado, USA.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\nNext Venture Motorsports does not provide live inventory data to OOU. If an item is not in stock at the time of your order, it may carry a lead time of up to X weeks. This notice will be updated once NVM provides their typical lead‑time range.\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Next Venture Motorsports LLC","offers":[{"title":"2021-2024+ \/ No UHMW (Bare Aluminum)","offer_id":52520025686327,"sku":"NV-JL2-00040-MY21","price":2699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2021-2024+ \/ Include UHMW","offer_id":52520025719095,"sku":"NV-JL2-00040-MY21-UHMW","price":3499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2018-2020 \/ No UHMW (Bare Aluminum)","offer_id":52520025751863,"sku":"NV-JL2-00040-MY18","price":2699.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2018-2020 \/ Include UHMW","offer_id":52520025784631,"sku":"NV-JL2-00040-MY18-UHMW","price":3499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/0102\/8407\/files\/Photoroom_20260218_115121.png?v=1782325103","url":"https:\/\/offroadoverlandunlimited.com\/products\/jl-2-door-aluminum-belly-skids-3-6-v6","provider":"Offroad \u0026 Overland Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}