JLU Aluminum Belly Skids for 392 Hemi

This page is specifically for Factory 392 Hemi V8 JLU Models. 

**UPDATE: We now require you to select the style of Oil Pan that your 392 Hemi Jeep Wrangler has. Jeep changed the design in Mid-September in production, and switched from a cast aluminum style oil pan in early production to a stamped steel oil pan in later production. While the early style skid will bolt up underneath either version, the drain plug has moved***

Want to be ready for any trail, any time? Skid plates provide advanced protection for your JL's most critical components -- your engine, transmission, transfer case, DEF tank, and fuel tank -- while you're tackling tough terrain, technical obstacles, and of course for the ride home.

When you're looking to save weight, given the added protection these skids offer over factory pieces, full belly skids become the largest piece of real estate to consider on or under your Jeep.

If you want to watch a walk through video of our JLU skid systems, and what installation looks like, watch the video below! This video shows a V6 system being installed, however the 392 system shares many of the same components. The additional components are detailed in our instructions - however we've also been working on a 392 specific installation video to cover the rear exhaust skid installation -- which is now included below if you keep scrolling!

Product Details

We build these skids out of 1/4" thick 5052 Aluminum because of its superior formability and strength -- compared to many other alloys. The design and shape of the skids largely determine how rigid they will stay over time. We've designed these belly skids to tuck bolt heads up and out of the way, where possible (as can be seen on the rear crossmember and fuel tank skids).

Removal of the factory gas tank skid is required and nets you a 3/4" gain in ground clearance; in addition, you also lose the weight of the factory steel gas tank skid and some of the other steel underbody protection that is replaced with this system. The weight of our system is 125 lbs however the total weight gain is offset by the removal of the factory steel gas tank skid etc as mentioned above.

We also designed these pieces with compatibility in mind for popular aftermarket suspension kits (such as the Rock Krawler Long Arm Suspension), larger axles, and multiple engine choices. Please note that exhaust modifications may be required on Factory 392 Hemi Jeeps for some specific long arm kits. Please talk to your suspension manufacturer about 392 specific compatibility issues!

Photos show pre-production exhaust tip protection -- production models maintain more ground clearance. Click here if you want to see a quick walk around video from underneath the OVRLNDX 392 build featuring these skids.

Aluminum Oil Pan vs Stamped Steel Oil Pan

How do I know which oil pan option to choose?
Early Production 392 JLU's were equipped with a cast aluminum oil pan, with a bare aluminum finish. Later 392 JLU's came with a smooth stamped steel oil pan, with a black painted finish. This was a mid year transition during the 2021 Model Year, so if you have a 2021 Model Year 392 you'll want to visually confirm. 2022 and newer all use the stamped steel oil pan, which offers better ground clearance as the pan does not hang down quite as low. Our engine skid for the steel version of the pan also sits up higher to take advantage of this additional clearance.

Can I swap in a newer style oil pain?
No, unfortunately, the bolt pattern for the oil pans are not a match. Early production models have a hellcat bolt pattern, and the later style uses a standard hemi bolt pattern.