2022 Jeep JLU Tailgate Reinforcement

Larger wheels and tires can put extra stress on your JL’s swing-out rear gate, especially when traveling over uneven terrain. Fortify this crucial area and run a larger spare wheel and tire with Rough Country’s JL Tailgate Reinforcement Kit.

This handy bolt-on kit is designed to handle aftermarket tires and wheels with ease. This easy, bolt-on reinforcement plate ties the hinge and spare tire mounting points together for increased strength and rigidity. The result is less strain on your tire carrier and hinges, prolonging the lifespan of your rear swing-out gate.

Rough Country’s JL Tailgate Reinforcement Kit works with the factory spare tire carrier or Rough Country aftermarket spare tire carrier kits. Includes a Lifetime Replacement Guarantee!

FEATURES
Reduces strain on swing-out tailgate
Allows for mounting of larger aftermarket tires and wheels
Evenly distributes weight across both hinges
Easy, bolt-on installation process
Durable, solid-steel construction
Powder coated black for a long lifespan of good looks
Works with factory and Rough Country Spare Tire Carriers

[tripleseven]

The hardest part here, is getting the rear camera wire connection, disconnected… I’ve been trying everything but most videos don’t seem to show it…

[josearomansantiago]

Info on the wheels and tires set up please

[marvinmorgan]

I have a 33x12.50x20 which I know it’s not a 35 but my 33 inch wheel and tire is heavy as heck !!!!, I do have this reinforcement bracket so we will see

[RayJLiberty]

I get spreading the load but it’s this, on top of the tire, add even more weight to the tailgate latches?? This very heavy when you open and close the tail gate?