JL 1 Ton - Apex Front Superduty Swap Kit 99-04 w/ Daystar Bushings Artec Industries
The patented APEX Truss system represents the next evolution of Axle trusses from Artec Industries, combining affordability, durability, lightness, and ease of installation to provide unparalleled protection for your Axle. Its innovative peaked top design offers greater rigidity, lower weight, and no long weld seams, streamlining the installation process.
The Apex swap kit features multiple enhancements, including improved weldability, less welding distortion, optimized shock bracket locations, and lower and upper control arm mounts, all suggested by our network of trusted dealers and installers.
This robust truss and bracket system accommodates the factory link, spring, anti-sway bar, and shock locations while withstanding extreme wear and tear. The 3/16 inch thick steel truss allows easy alignment of the link mounts, saving you time and hassle during the installation.
Features:
- In-house CNC laser cut from 1/4 inch and 3/16 inch mild steel
- Lightweight and robust
- Hassle-free installation: Reinforced truss - simply drop it in place and start welding
- 3D models from Dana Corp and vehicle OEM for perfect fit and clearance
- 70 percent less welding needed than previous designs for less warping, faster turnaround, lower costs
- Dimpled holes provide light weight and rigidity
- Contours to both the cast steel differential
- Upper Control Arms mount to high-clearance differential bridge; fits bushing or Johnny Joint
- The truss provides complete end-to-end rigidity by extending under coil buckets to inner C
- Coil bracket and bump stop pads are an extension of the Axle truss
- The main truss provides fixture points for all suspension brackets for easy installation
- Improved shock bracket position compared to OEM locations
Vehicle Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Jeep | Gladiator | Launch Edition |
| 2020 | Jeep | Gladiator | Altitude |
| 2020–2023 | Jeep | Gladiator | Overland |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | Rubicon |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | Sport |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sahara |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | Mojave |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sport |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sport S |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Rubicon |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Sport |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | Sport S |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Sport S |
| 2020–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Rubicon |
| 2021 | Jeep | Wrangler | 80th Anniversary |
| 2021 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Islander |
| 2021 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Freedom |
| 2021 | Jeep | Wrangler | Islander |
| 2021 | Jeep | Wrangler | Freedom |
| 2021 | Jeep | Gladiator | 80th Anniversary |
| 2021 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited 80th Anniversary |
| 2021–2023 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sahara Altitude |
| 2021–2023 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sport Altitude |
| 2021–2023 | Jeep | Gladiator | Willys Sport |
| 2021–2023 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited High Altitude |
| 2021–2023 | Jeep | Gladiator | High Altitude |
| 2021–2024 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Rubicon 392 |
| 2021–2024 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Willys Sport |
| 2021–2024 | Jeep | Wrangler | Willys Sport |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Rubicon 4xe |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sahara 4xe |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited High Altitude 4xe |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Willys |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | Willys |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Willys |
| 2021–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | Texas Trail |
| 2022 | Jeep | Gladiator | Altitude |
| 2022–2023 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited High Tide |
| 2023 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Freedom |
| 2023 | Jeep | Gladiator | Freedom |
| 2023 | Jeep | Wrangler | Freedom |
| 2023–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Willys 4xe |
| 2024 | Jeep | Gladiator | Jeep Beach |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Rubicon X |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Rubicon X 4xe |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Rubicon X |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | NightHawk |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Rubicon 392 Final Edition |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Gladiator | High Tide |
| 2024–2025 | Jeep | Wrangler | Unlimited Sport S 4xe |
