A UCF gas tank skid replaces the factory skid under your tank. On the YJ, TJ and LJ you pick a version: No Body-Lift (bolts right on) or the standard skid, which tucks the tank up for over 1" more ground clearance and needs a body lift. Then pick steel or aluminum.
Which gas tank skid fits my Jeep?
| Jeep | No Body-Lift | Standard (over 1" more clearance) |
|---|---|---|
| YJ ('87–'95) | Steel or aluminum | Steel or aluminum. Needs a 1" or taller body lift. |
| TJ ('97–'06) & LJ ('04–'06) | Steel or aluminum | Steel or aluminum. Needs a 1" or taller body lift. |
| JK 2-door ('07–'18) | Steel or aluminum | Not offered |
| JK Unlimited ('07–'18) | Steel or aluminum | Not offered |
The YJ skids fit both the 15-gallon and 20-gallon tanks.
No Body-Lift or standard?
If you don't have a body lift and don't plan on one, go with the No Body-Lift skid. It installs with no other changes. If you have a 1" or taller body lift, the standard skid tucks the tank up for over 1" more ground clearance. It's the same choice you make with our transfer case skids.
Steel or aluminum?
Steel skids are 3/16" carbon steel. Aluminum skids are 3/16" 6061-T6, and the YJ, TJ and LJ aluminum skids can be upgraded to 1/4". Aluminum is much lighter. The TJ and LJ aluminum skids weigh about 20 lb, and on the JK it's 28 lb aluminum vs. 55 lb steel for the 2-door, or 42 lb vs. 82 lb for the Unlimited.
What's included?
The skid plate. Every skid reuses your factory mounting hardware. The YJ, TJ and LJ skids have drain holes for water and mud, and the TJ and LJ skids have a dimple to clear the fuel pickup.
Do they come painted?
No, they ship bare. Aluminum comes from the mill with printed grade markings, so if you'll run it bare, clean them off with acetone or brake cleaner before you install it.