Your Jeep has all the makings of a great off roader, but it can be even more capable with the right upgrades. One of the less talked about but very useful mods is a shackle reversal kit. In this blog, we discuss why it is a great upgrade for your Jeep. What Is A Jeep…
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Calling all Jeep JKU owners – Throttle Down Kustoms now offers a custom steel frame option for the 2007-2011 Jeep JKU Wrangler! We’re excited to announce the addition of a new custom steel frame for the 2007-2011 Jeep JKU to our catalog of Wrangler frames. Like all our frames, this rugged frame is handmade, 100%…
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Mandrel bending is a process used in metal fabrication to create smooth, consistent bends in tubing or piping without deforming the material. This technique is particularly important in automotive applications, where the quality of the bends can significantly impact performance and durability. Let’s explore what mandrel bends are and why mandrel-bent frames are superior for…
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Ask a Jeep fan about unibody vs body-on-frame (BOF) construction and you’re setting yourself up for a long chat. In general, most serious off-roaders swear by body-on-frame because it‘s considered to be the superior option when the going gets really tough. But to really understand what makes it the preferred choice we need to get…
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Jeep frames are tough. But even the strongest frames can rust or get bent in an accident. Depending on the level of damage, you might just want to repair the affected areas. In most cases, this is a temporary solution that could make things worse. In this blog, we discuss the viability of repairing your…
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We don’t need to tell you that the CJ8 is a great Jeep for off-roading. It’s a rugged design that’s proven itself on some of the toughest trails around. But if you want to take your CJ8 to the next level, you’ll want the CJ8 Helix Frame. It’s simply the best frame for serious Jeep…
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Doing a frame replacement for your Jeep CJ is a major job. Finding an OEM frame in good condition is a tall order. By this time, most OEM frames are damaged or rusted beyond repair. Aftermarket options also have some advantages over OEM. With a handful of aftermarket options available, it could be difficult to…
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Do you need to replace your Bronco’s frame, but you’re not quite sure what to do? You’re not alone. That’s why we put together this buyer’s guide about Bronco frames. In this guide, we’ll answer some of the most common questions we get about Bronco frames. If your question remains unanswered by the time you’re…
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Are you looking for a replacement frame for your Bronco? If so, you have a few options: Visit a junkyard and take a frame off an old Bronco Buy a used Bronco frame Have a custom Bronco frame built The first two options aren’t great for a couple of reasons: There is usually rust inside…
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Each generation of the Ford Bronco has its own frame design. For example, Ford based the Bronco frame on the F-series, and they based the Bronco II frame on the Ranger. Despite all the differences between Bronco frames, the anatomy is still basically the same. The Anatomy Of A Bronco Frame Here’s what a Bronco…
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