{"products":[{"id":11149769638230,"title":"Almont Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ\/WG Front Skid Plate","handle":"almont-grand-cherokee-wj-front-skid-plate-grand-cherokee-wg-front-skid-plate","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe WJ Grand Cherokee has become one of the best-value ways into proper off-roading, and owners use them accordingly: hard, and on ground that punishes the front underside. This Almont plate protects the WJ's nose with 12.5 kg of 8mm EN AW-5083 H111 duralumin, one HeavyDuty part covering the WJ and WG codes with all engines. Rocks, stumps and rutted approaches meet plate, and a cheap-to-run Jeep stays cheap to run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWJs used on lanes, pay-and-play days and rock-strewn tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeping repair bills proportionate on a value 4x4 that gets worked hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first plate of a WJ underside setup, ahead of the transmission plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Almont4WD, Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: front skid plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: PDJWJA8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle Application: Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ and WG, all engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial and thickness: EN AW-5083 H111 certified duralumin, 8mm HeavyDuty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Items: plate, steel mounting brackets, pre-installed bolts, certificate-instruction manual and sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment And Setup Checks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers both the WJ and WG designations; all engines take the same plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts to the original chassis holes with the supplied steel brackets and bolts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised suspension is accepted; body lifts and modified links, mounts or chassis are not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/almont-grand-cherokee-wj-gearbox-and-transfer-skid-plate-grand-cherokee-wg-gearbox-and-transfer-skid-plate\"\u003eWJ\/WG gearbox and transfer plate\u003c\/a\u003e for the centre of the truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlmont4WD, Spain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront skid plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePDJWJA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVehicle Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep Grand Cherokee WJ \/ WG, all engines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEN AW-5083 H111 duralumin, certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm HeavyDuty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year Almont cover against cracking; dents and deformation excluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMy V5 says WG, not WJ. Is it the same plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Almont lists this single part for both the WJ and WG codes, whatever the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow involved is fitting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plate goes into the original chassis holes using the supplied brackets and pre-installed bolts, with instructions in the box. Typical tools are 13mm and 17mm sockets plus 5mm and 6mm Allen keys.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-07-30T22:23:20+01:00","created_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:39+01:00","updated_at":"2026-08-16T14:20:18+01:00","vendor":"ALMONT4WD","product_type":"Skid Plate","tags":["ALMONT4WD","brand:almont4wd","cat:protection","dept:vehicle-accessories","fits:jeep-grand-cherokee-wg","fits:jeep-grand-cherokee-wj","make:jeep","type:skid-plate"],"variants":[{"id":54838164848982,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PDJWJA8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"price":"457.38","grams":16000,"compare_at_price":null,"position":1,"product_id":11149769638230,"created_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:39+01:00","updated_at":"2026-08-16T14:20:18+01:00"}],"images":[{"id":83223326654806,"created_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:39+01:00","position":1,"updated_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:44+01:00","product_id":11149769638230,"variant_ids":[],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/1849\/9926\/files\/Frontal-Jeep-Grand-Cherokee-WJ.webp?v=1785338504","width":1080,"height":1080}],"options":[{"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}]},{"id":11149769703766,"title":"Almont Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ\/WG Gearbox and Transfer Skid Plate","handle":"almont-grand-cherokee-wj-gearbox-and-transfer-skid-plate-grand-cherokee-wg-gearbox-and-transfer-skid-plate","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder the middle of a WJ Grand Cherokee sits the hardware that makes it a Jeep: gearbox and transfer case, hanging where rock crests and deep ruts do their scraping. This Almont plate is one of the most substantial in its Jeep range, 16.5 kg of 8mm EN AW-5083 H111 duralumin spanning the transmission area of the WJ and WG. When the middle of the truck grounds out, all that mass is what grinds, not the casings above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWJs that cross breakover ground, ledges and rutted climbs regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwners protecting the drivetrain core on a Jeep bought to be used, not queued\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with the front plate for a covered run from bumper to transfer case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Almont4WD, Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: gearbox and transfer case skid plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: PDJWJB8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle Application: Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ and WG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial and thickness: EN AW-5083 H111 certified duralumin, 8mm HeavyDuty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 16.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Items: plate, steel mounting brackets, pre-installed bolts, certificate-instruction manual and sticker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment And Setup Checks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne part for WJ and WG codes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts to the original chassis holes and threads; nothing needs modifying on a standard truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModified transmission mounts, diff-drop kits and body lifts rule fitting out; raised suspension is fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe matching \u003ca href=\"\/products\/almont-grand-cherokee-wj-front-skid-plate-grand-cherokee-wg-front-skid-plate\"\u003eWJ\/WG front plate\u003c\/a\u003e covers the approach side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlmont4WD, Spain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGearbox and transfer skid plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePDJWJB8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVehicle Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep Grand Cherokee WJ \/ WG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEN AW-5083 H111 duralumin, certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm HeavyDuty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-year Almont cover against cracking; dents and deformation excluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is this plate 16.5 kg?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a large area of 8mm plate covering the gearbox and transfer case together. The mass is the point: a big, continuous surface for the chassis midline to slide on instead of the drivetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need the front plate fitted first?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlmont carries no linked-mounting requirement on this part. The two plates simply cover adjoining areas, and most owners fit them together for a continuous run of cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-07-30T22:23:21+01:00","created_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:41+01:00","updated_at":"2026-08-16T14:20:18+01:00","vendor":"ALMONT4WD","product_type":"Skid Plate","tags":["ALMONT4WD","brand:almont4wd","cat:protection","dept:vehicle-accessories","fits:jeep-grand-cherokee-wg","fits:jeep-grand-cherokee-wj","make:jeep","type:skid-plate"],"variants":[{"id":54838164947286,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PDJWJB8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"price":"725.76","grams":16100,"compare_at_price":null,"position":1,"product_id":11149769703766,"created_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:41+01:00","updated_at":"2026-08-16T14:20:18+01:00"}],"images":[{"id":83223326753110,"created_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:41+01:00","position":1,"updated_at":"2026-07-29T16:21:43+01:00","product_id":11149769703766,"variant_ids":[],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/1849\/9926\/files\/PDJWJB8-Jeep-Grand-Cherokee-WJ-WG.webp?v=1785338503","width":1080,"height":1080}],"options":[{"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}]},{"id":10953186836822,"title":"Apex Chassis KIT102 HD Ball Joint Kit - Jeep Wrangler JK \u0026 Grand Cherokee","handle":"apex-chassis-kit102-hd-ball-joint-kit-jeep-wrangler-jk-grand-cherokee","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Chassis HD Ball Joint Kit for the Jeep JK and Grand Cherokee puts tight, confident steering back into a Jeep front axle. On a Wrangler JK (2007-2018) or Grand Cherokee (1999-2004), worn ball joints show up as wander on the motorway, vibration through the wheel and vague response on the trail - and lifted setups with larger tyres wear the factory joints even faster. This kit replaces the front joints with forged steel housings and heat-treated chromoly studs built to carry that load. It is a genuine Apex Chassis part, imported to the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJeep JK owners chasing out steering wander, vibration or death-wobble contributors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifted JK builds on larger tyres that load the front joints harder than stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrand Cherokee (1999-2004) owners restoring worn front-end feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrail and daily Jeeps that need a fit-once fix rather than repeat factory joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Joints Matter On A Solid Axle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ball joints locate the steering knuckle on the axle, so every input - steering, braking, articulation - passes through them. Once they wear, no amount of tracking adjustment brings back precision. Compared with fitting another set of factory-style joints, this kit's CNC-machined forged housings and polished chromoly studs are built for the loads a modified or hard-driven Jeep actually sees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Apex Chassis (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type: HD ball joint kit (front, full vehicle set)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: KIT102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Items: 2x BJ107 upper, 2x BJ109 lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle Application: Jeep Grand Cherokee (1999-2004) 2WD or 4WD; Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2018) 4WD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Forged steel housings, chromoly ball studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment And Setup Checks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm your model and year against the application list before ordering - fitment shown is manufacturer reference. Ball joint replacement on these axles is a press-in job, so plan the right tooling or a workshop visit, and book an alignment afterwards. If you are curing death wobble, inspect track bar, tie rod ends and steering damper at the same time so one worn part does not mask another.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApex Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHD ball joint kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKIT102\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x BJ107 upper; 2x BJ109 lower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVehicle Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep Grand Cherokee 1999-2004 2WD\/4WD; Jeep Wrangler JK 2007-2018 4WD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged steel housings, chromoly studs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this help with death wobble on my JK?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorn ball joints are a common contributor. This kit replaces them with heavy-duty units, but check the track bar, tie rod ends and damper too - wobble usually has more than one worn part behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it fit both 2WD and 4WD Grand Cherokees?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes - the 1999-2004 Grand Cherokee application covers 2WD and 4WD. The Wrangler JK application is 4WD.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need special tools to fit them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe joints press into the axle, so a ball joint press or workshop install is the right route, followed by a wheel alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRebuilding the whole steering system? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apex-chassis-kit140-2-5-ton-prolock-steering-kit-polished-aluminium-jeep-wrangler-jk\"\u003eKIT140 ProLock steering kit\u003c\/a\u003e pairs with these joints for a complete JK front-end overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-07-09T09:26:58+01:00","created_at":"2026-07-08T14:59:17+01:00","updated_at":"2026-08-16T14:20:18+01:00","vendor":"Apex Chassis","product_type":"Performance","tags":["Apex Chassis","Ball Joint Kit","brand:apex-chassis","cat:driveline-steering","dept:performance-parts","fits:jeep-grand-cherokee","fits:jeep-wrangler-jk","Jeep Wrangler JK","make:jeep","type:ball-joints"],"variants":[{"id":54474183016790,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"KIT102","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"price":"430.00","grams":2270,"compare_at_price":null,"position":1,"product_id":10953186836822,"created_at":"2026-07-08T14:59:17+01:00","updated_at":"2026-08-16T14:20:18+01:00"}],"images":[{"id":82239080825174,"created_at":"2026-07-08T14:59:17+01:00","position":1,"updated_at":"2026-07-08T14:59:20+01:00","product_id":10953186836822,"variant_ids":[],"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/1849\/9926\/files\/KIT102-1.jpg?v=1783519160","width":1200,"height":1200}],"options":[{"name":"Title","position":1,"values":["Default Title"]}]}]}