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Artec Industries patent pending 14-bolt rear Apex short axle trusses feature a stronger design, lighter weight and are much easier to install. The key feature that sets them apart from the other brands is their unique peaked-shape top which provides extra rigidity to the whole truss, while allowing both a reduction in weight (vs. using a thicker material top) and eliminating long weld seams. Previous truss versions with long weld seams can lead to extra weld warping of the axle, longer install times and can be inconsistent. Without long seams to weld, the 14-bolt rear Apex short axle trusses can be dropped directly on to the axle, and then these trusses can be welded to the axle faster. Additional part features: * Designed using 3-D models directly from Ford and Jeep for an amazing fit and clearance with surrounding components * CNC precision-cut in-house from 3/16 in. mild steel for a lightweight yet strong solution * Patent pending Apex peaked top design provides more rigidity than a flat top truss design * CNC precision bent in-house for a great fitment * Installation is simple; literally drop the truss in place on the axle and it's ready to weld, no puzzle piece assembling * 70 percent less welding needed than previous truss designs mean less warping, faster turnaround, and lower costs * All long seams are bent so you don't need to spend time welding them together * Dimpled holes provide not only weight reduction but rigidity and strength * Contours both the cast steel differential and can be welded with normal MIG welder and moderate pre-heating and post-heating * Truss is low-profile allowing link joints to be mounted with ideal geometry—about 9 in. from the axle centerline * Truss is designed to fit in between leaf springs or can be used as a base for mounting link suspension mounts * 2-piece design means smaller packaging and less shipping costs along with easy installation Important note: Requires general welding and fabrication skills. Welding should only be done by a competent welder. Artec Industries implies no guarantees or warranties and is not liable for improper installation. Some grinding and fitment may be required when installing this item. Every axle varies slightly, and some fabrication may be required.
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$219.99
Artec Industries XJ front axle trusses beef up your axles with options. These trusses are presented with three upper control arm choices—truss only, truss with Daystar bushings, or truss with Currie Johnny Joints. All are heavy-duty, lightweight support systems that strengthen your axle against serious abuse with 1/4 in. thick mild steel truss tops and 10-gauge gusseting. Artec precision-cut and formed components of this setup ensure a hassle-free installation. Reinforce your axle's performance with solid options from Artec Industries XJ front axle trusses. Artec XJ axle trusses are available as: * Truss only—no bushings/joints/keyed tabs included * Truss with Daystar bushings—includes bushing, inner sleeve, and thrust washer for driver side; and bushing, weldable outer sleeve, inner sleeve, and two keyed tabs for passenger side * Truss with Currie Johnny Joints—includes 2.0 in. press-in machined Johnny Joint, 2.0 in. weldable Johnny Joint, two keyed tabs for passenger side, and greasable bolts for both joints
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Artec Industries JK APEX front axle ultimate armor kits furnish everything you need to make your axle the strongest it can be. These packages include an APEX front axle truss, heavy-duty front LCA brackets, heavy-duty shock brackets, inner C-gussets, and APEX heavy-duty tracbar bracket. Armor kits are available for a variety of specific Jeep applications, in both stock and raised track bar height models. How is the ultimate armor kit better than the regular armor kit? This kit includes entire replacement LCA brackets and shock brackets, whereas the regular armor kit just adds a skid plate to the factory LCA brackets. Product details: * Patent pending APEX truss peaked top design provides more rigidity than a flat top truss design * Truss is CNC precision laser-cut in-house from 1/8 in. mild steel for a lightweight yet strong solution—only 7 lbs. * Truss is CNC precision-bent in-house for a great fitment; literally drop the truss in place on the axle and it's ready to weld—no puzzle piece assembling * Designed using 3-D models directly from Dana Corp and Jeep for an amazing fit and clearances with surrounding components * 70 percent less welding needed than previous truss designs means less warping, faster turnaround, and lower costs * All long seams are bent so you don't need to spend time welding them together * APEX design continues under the OEM coil buckets for complete end-to-end axle reinforcement—an industry first * Dimpled holes provide weight reduction, rigidity, and strength * Contours to the cast steel differential and can be welded with normal MIG welder and moderate pre-heating and post-heating * Provides worry-free wheeling of up to 37 in. tires on stock JK axles * Truss strengthens the weakest sections of the axle—under the coil perches, around the control arm brackets, and where the tube enters the casting * Low-profile design doesn't go over differential and allows usage in vehicles with only slight lift * Front LCA brackets, shock brackets, inner C-gussets, and HD tracbar brackets are made from 1/4 in. steel * Gussets and brackets strengthen or replace weak components of the axle that are prone to failure
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Artec Industries AAM 9.25 lower axle trusses reinforce your entire front axle. Pairing heavy engines and stock axles isn't a great tandem for handling abuse. Artec trusses are CNC-cut and designed to add some beef—providing maximum up-travel with virtually no loss of ground clearance under your differential. No axles are unbreakable; but with the added muscle of Artec Industries AAM 9.25 lower axle trusses they'll have the needed strength to survive. Features include: * Built from 1/4 in. thick mild steel * Bottom triangle shape provides an increased structural rigidity and helps axle skid over obstacles better * Truss spans entire length of axle for complete reinforcement of the axle tubes * Includes upper inner C-gussets for total axle reinforcement * Comes in six separate pieces for compact shipping and easier installation
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$309.99
Artec Industries APEX front axle trusses feature a unique peak-shaped top which provides extra rigidity to the whole truss. This allows both a reduction in weight and elimination of long weld seams which can lead to extra weld warping, longer install times, and inconsistency. This peaked structure also applies to the axle tube between the coil perches and extends underneath them, forming a complete truss from end-to-end of the axle. Despite its lighter weight (only 6 lbs.), this design has been proven to hold up to both extreme applications and daily driving. Want easy insurance that your factory Jeep axle can take more abuse than intended? Artec Industries APEX front axle truss kits provide it! Features, items, and specs: * Intended for use on vehicles with minor lifts and at least 1/2 in. bump stop extensions * CNC precision laser-cut in-house from 1/8 in. mild steel * CNC precision-bent in-house for a great fitment (drop in place on axle and it's ready to weld—no puzzle piece assembling; some grinding may be required—every axle varies slightly) * Designed using 3-D models directly from Dana Corp and Jeep for an amazing fit and clearances with surrounding components * All long seams are bent—no need to weld them together * Dimpled holes provide weight reduction, rigidity, and strength * Contours both the cast steel differential and front axle disconnect (FAD) which it bridges for reinforcement; can be welded with normal MIG welder using moderate pre- and post-heating * Provides worry-free wheeling of up to 40 in. tires on stock JL axles * Low-profile design allows usage in vehicles with only slight lift
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Artec Industries Ford SuperDuty front axle trusses deliver a revolutionary low-profile design. They take the years of race and recreational abuse of Artec's first generation of trusses and add additional strength and functionality. Their key feature is how the truss top now bends around the differential for a better fit and clearance, making them ideal for vehicles needing more up-travel or for those building low center of gravity vehicles. The overall low-profile design means your axle is stronger, sleeker, easier to fit into any vehicle, and less likely to interfere with vehicle components. Features: * 3/8 in. thick mild steel truss top and 1/4 in. mild steel ram mount and gussets * Precision CNC-cut and bent for great fitment * Truss has super low-profile allowing better clearance for oil pans * Truss spans entire length of axle for complete reinforcement of the axle tubes * Truss is reinforced using interlocked 1/4 in. thick gussets for maximum strength and easy assembly * Main interlocking gussets are wider than Gen1 trusses adding overall strength to truss * Internal gussets conform tightly to the contours of the differential allowing you to weld to it for additional strength and rigidity * Truss is clearanced for differential breather tube
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$319.99
Artec Industries JK rear axle trusses are designed to take serious abuse and reinforce your axle, while also providing a flat surface to mount your upper control arms in a 4-link setup. The 10-gauge, 1/4 in. mild steel truss tops incorporate a unique design to strengthen the axle—and provide a low-profile mounting height/surface for an aftermarket 3-link suspension system, if desired. Precision CNC-cut and bent for great fitment, Artec Industries JK rear axle trusses span the entire length between spring buckets. They're reinforced using interlocked 10-gauge thick dimpled gussets for maximum strength and easy assembly.
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$131.99
Artec Industries JK APEX front axle trusses introduce a whole new level of cost savings, strength, weight savings, simplicity of installation, precision fitment, and complete axle protection never before seen in the industry. The key feature that sets the APEX truss apart is its unique peaked shape top which provides extra rigidity to the whole truss, while allowing both a reduction in weight (vs. using a thicker material top) and eliminating long weld seams. Previous versions with long weld seams have led to extra weld warping of the axle, longer install times, and can be inconsistent. This peaked structure not only applies to the axle tube between the coil perches, but extends underneath the coil perches as well—forming a complete truss from end to end of the axle, an industry first in an OEM axle application. The JK APEX truss has been tested and proved to hold up to both extreme applications and daily driving. Product details: * Patent pending APEX truss peaked top design provides more rigidity than a flat top truss design * Truss is CNC precision laser-cut in-house from 1/8 in. mild steel for a lightweight yet strong solution—only 7 lbs. * Truss is CNC precision-bent in-house for a great fitment; literally drop the truss in place on the axle and it's ready to weld—no puzzle piece assembling * Designed using 3-D models directly from Dana Corp and Jeep for an amazing fit and clearances with surrounding components * 70 percent less welding needed than previous truss designs means less warping, faster turnaround, and lower costs * All long seams are bent so you don't need to spend time welding them together * APEX design continues under the OEM coil buckets for complete end-to-end axle reinforcement—an industry first * Dimpled holes provide weight reduction, rigidity, and strength * Contours to the cast steel differential and can be welded with normal MIG welder and moderate pre-heating and post-heating * Provides worry-free wheeling of up to 37 in. tires on stock JK axles * Truss strengthens the weakest sections of the axle—under the coil perches, around the control arm brackets, and where the tube enters the casting * Low-profile design doesn't go over differential and allows usage in vehicles with only slight lift
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$120.99
Make your animal of an axle even better with Artec Industries AAM 11.5 rear axle trusses. These heavy-duty truss systems reinforce your American Axle Manufacturing axle to take on serious abuse, while also providing a flat surface to mount your upper links. The 3/8 in. thick truss top and 1/4 in. thick gussets incorporate a unique design to strengthen both the axle and the link mounting surface. Artec trusses feature a low-profile so your link joints can be mounted with the ideal geometry, and they allow for a selection of pinion angles. Support your AAM 11.5 rear axle with Artec Industries trusses.
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$399.99
Need reinforcement? Artec Industries Ford 9 in. rear axle trusses support and strengthen your rig's rear-end. These uniquely designed trusses are built with 1/4 in. thick truss tops and 10-gauge thick gussets to add muscle and provide a flat link mounting surface. They're able to nearly fit any 9 in. housing--whether slightly offset or centered, the fit is still universal. Simply trim out the shape of the center section and fit them on. They are low-profile and span the entire length of the axle for complete fortification. Artec Industries trusses bolster your Ford 9 in. rear axle with the stamina to take all off-road abuse.
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$229.99
It takes backbone to stand up to serious off-road abuse—Backbone trusses from Artec Industries. Their Ford 9 in. models will fortify your axles to endure all terrain. Artec builds them from 10-gauge mild steel into a unique shape that provides maximum rigidity, yet is lightweight. They're universal to fit nearly any offset or centered housing—simply trim out the shape of the center section and fit on. Your axle is no longer spineless; it's reinforced with the strength and stamina of Artec Industries Ford 9 in. Backbone trusses.
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$144.99
Artec Industries APEX rear axle trusses bring a whole new level of cost savings, strength, weight savings, simplicity of installation, precision fitment, and complete axle protection never before seen in the industry. Their key feature is their unique peaked shape top which provides extra rigidity to the whole truss while allowing both a reduction in weight (vs using a thicker material top) and eliminating long weld seams--which can be lead to extra weld warping of the axle, longer install times, and inconsistency. The peaked structure strengthens the area between the coil perches and over the differential forming a solid structure where its typically most weak. Artec APEX rear axle trusses are the epitome of low cost, easy and quick to weld, simple, strong, and complete solutions for making your factory Jeep axle take more abuse than originally intended. Additional features: * CNC precision laser cut in-house from 3/16 in. mild steel * CNC precision bent in-house for great fitment * Lightweight yet strong solution--less than 10 lbs. * Designed used 3D models directly from Dana Corp and Jeep * 70 percent less welding needed than previous truss designs--less warping, faster turnaround, and lower costs * All long seams are bent so you don't need to spend time welding them together * Dimpled holes provide not only weight reduction, but rigidity and strength * Contours the cast steel differential and can be welded with normal MIG welder and moderate pre-heating and post-heating * Provides worry-free wheeling of up to 40 in. tires on stock axles * Clearance cuts for e-locker plug removal and axle breather hose * Low-profile design, tight to the differential, allows usage in vehicles with only slight lift
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What is your suspension built on? Artec Industries 8.8 in. modular axle trusses provide the supportive framework and a good foundation for success. Manufactured from precision CNC-cut and bent 1/4 in. mild steel and reinforced with interlocking 1/4 in. thick gussets, these 8.8 in. trusses beef up your axles and the link mounting surface for maximum strength. They have a low-profile design, allowing link joints to be mounted with ideal geometry—and they're shorter, so you can mate them with factory or Artec leaf spring perches. Trusses include trim-to-fit bridges that tie into a flange off the pinion of the axle and fortify the might of the whole truss. Build a system designed to take serious abuse; start with 8.8 in. modular axle trusses from Artec Industries.
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When you need only the strongest parts to keep it together, beef up your front-end with Artec Industries Dana 60 Front Hydro Ram mounts. Their overall low-profile design means that your axle is stronger, sleeker, easier to fit, and less likely to interfere with rocks or other parts of your vehicle. The mounts' unique design places your ram in its most effective and strongest location—close to the axle centerline, not high above it—and yet they protect it from the rocks. The Ram mounts extend to the end of the axle tube, providing reinforcement to the axle itself against bending and shearing. They're designed to take serious abuse and protect your steering. Artec Industries Dana 60 Front Hydro Ram mounts are available for fitment on a variety of applications, from 1960 and up. Product features: * 1/4 in. mild steel ram mounts and gussets are precision CNC-cut and bent for great fitment and reinforcement against damage * Ram mounts and gussets feature drainage holes for easy cleaning and reduced weight * Mounts double as an axle skid plate, offering protection for your ram and tie rods—and span the length of the axle tube for more reinforcement against bending and shearing * An additional 1/4 in. thick bolt-on skid plate in front of the differential allows easy removal of gears; it's bolted using included countersunk bolts, which don't get hung up on obstacles and hold up against trail damage * These kits require general welding and fabrication skills
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More strength is a good thing! Artec Industries Dana 60 rear axle trusses beef up your axles to handle all kinds of abuse. They're built from 3/8 in. thick truss tops with 1/4 in. thick gussets to strengthen both the axle and the link mounting surface. The trusses span the entire length of the axle with their low-profile design that allows link joints to be mounted with ideal geometry. Install complete reinforcement that bolsters your axle's performance—Dana 60 rear axle trusses from Artec Industries.
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$389.99
When you've exceeded he limits of your Dodge 60 front axles, Artec Industries has the solution--heavy-duty trusses. Built from 3/8 in. thick mild steel truss tops with 1/4 in. mild steel ram mounts and gussets, these trusses are precision CNC-cut and bent for maximum strength. They are low-profile and span the entire length of your axle for complete reinforcement. Larger tires and aggressive driving ... maybe it's time to support your Dodge 60 front axles with trusses from Artec Industries.
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$359.99
A better fit to make your axle stronger and sleeker—Artec Industries Chevy 60 front axle trusses fortify your axle and are less likely to interfere with other vehicle components. Artec trusses are built with 3/8 in. thick mild steel tops and 1/4 in. mild steel ram mount and gussets. They feature a low-profile design and span the full length of your axle for complete reinforcement of the tubes against abuse. Enhance your rig's muscle with the support of Artec Industries Chevy 60 front axle trusses.
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Frame your Dana 44 with the strength of Artec Industries 44 rear axle trusses. These heavy-duty units fortify your entire axle to take on and survive off-road abuse. They also provide a low-profile, flat surface to mount your upper control arms in a 4-link setup. Artec 44 rear axle trusses feature precision CNC-cut and bent 1/4 in. thick truss tops and interlocked gussets for maximum strength. Tie your axle to Artec 44 rear trusses and gain the stamina to crawl, climb, and conquer any off-road terrain.
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$280.60
Artec Industries 14-bolt modular trusses yield stronger, sleeker axles that are easier to fit into most any vehicle. If you're doing a swap these modular units are perfect. The heavy-duty trusses are designed to reinforce your axle for serious abuse, plus they provide a flat surface to mount your upper links. Their beefy, low-profile build features 3/8 in. thick truss tops fortified with 1/4 in. thick gussets—a unique design that strengthens both the axle and the link mounting surface. They're also shorter, allowing use with factory leaf spring perches or Artec add-on coil or leaf spring perches. For more muscle with added versatility, choose the quality of Artec Industries 14-bolt modular trusses.
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Artec Hardcore performance differential covers offer unparalleled strength, performance, and durability for extreme off-road conditions. Made from thick-walled, high-strength nodular steel with a durable powdercoat finish, they provide easy installation and protection for your lockers, gears, and axles from the toughest hits. The covers include a magnetic drain plug for easy maintenance and steel fasteners for easy installation. Artec Hardcore differential covers feature CNC-machined steel components, and each one is engineered using 3-D scan files, ensuring a perfect fit. Select the cover designed for your front or rear axle.
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True grit? Artec Industries 14-bolt Backbone trusses brace your entire axle with undeniable fortitude. In a forward to backward direction, these trusses beef up your existing axle—making them especially appreciated by those who love to push that skinny pedal to the floor. Artec strong steel Backbones are precision CNC-cut and bent with a removable center section that you can trim to fit any differential cover. The internal gussets take the load, while internally pressed-in nuts and button head bolts hold it all together. Their triangular shape provides structural rigidity, and there are no boxy edges to drag over the rocks. Equip your rig with 14-bolt Backbone trusses from Artec Industries and persevere off-road.
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$174.99
Artec Industries TJ front axle trusses offer options for beefing up your axles. These front axle trusses are presented in two axle models and three upper control arm options. They're heavy-duty, lightweight support systems that strengthen your axle against serious abuse with 1/4 in. thick mild steel truss tops and 10-gauge gusseting. Artec precision-cut and formed components of this setup ensure a hassle-free installation. Reinforce your axle's performance with solid options from Artec Industries TJ front axle trusses. Axle model options: * 30 low pinion * 44 low pinion Upper control arm options: * Truss only—no bushings/joints/keyed tabs included * Truss with Daystar bushings—includes bushing, inner sleeve, and thrust washer for driver side; and bushing, weldable outer sleeve, inner sleeve, and two keyed tabs for passenger side * Truss with Currie Johnny Joints—includes 2.0 in. press-in machined Johnny Joint, 2.0 in. weldable Johnny Joint, two keyed tabs for passenger side, and greasable bolts for both joints
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$153.99
Artec Industries 1-ton APEX front differential top caps are included in swap kits with the Daystar bushings or RockJock Johnny Joints UCA brackets, but not with the single adjustable truss upper link mount kits. Artec conveniently offers the APEX front differential top caps individually. These heavy-duty caps are CNC-cut and bent from thick mild steel and will weld directly to the differential casting, allowing the mounting of driver side upper control arm brackets. Choose the one designed to match your vehicle's application.
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Need reinforcement? Artec Industries Ford 9 in. front axle trusses support and strengthen your front-end. These uniquely designed trusses are built with 1/4 in. thick truss tops and 10-gauge thick gussets to add muscle and provide a flat link mounting surface. No matter if your 9 in. housing is slightly offset or centered, the fit is still universal--simply trim out the shape of the center section and fit them on. They are low-profile and span the entire length of the axle. Artec Industries trusses bolster your Ford 9 in. front axle with the stamina to take all off-road abuse.
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$219.99
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