The Artec APEX Rear 14 Bolt Truss Swap Kit is a complete bracket-and-truss package for putting an AAM/GM 14 bolt 10.5 rear axle under a Jeep Wrangler JK. The 14 bolt is the classic budget one-ton rear axle, and this kit sets the coil, link, shock and sway bar locations so it drops into the JK's factory four-link geometry instead of leaving you to measure and tack everything by hand.
Key Features
- CNC laser cut in-house from 1/4in and 3/16in mild steel
- Patent-pending APEX truss with a peaked top for more housing rigidity than a flat-plate truss
- Dimpled holes trim weight while stiffening the structure
- 3/16in truss deck locates the link mounts so upper and lower brackets line up
- Integrated coil brackets and bump stop pads that tie into the truss
- CNC-bent seams reduce welding by roughly 70% over older trusses for less heat warp
Fitment & Compatibility
Fits the Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2018) when swapping in an AAM or GM 14 bolt 10.5 rear axle. This is a weld-on one-ton conversion kit; it is not a bolt-on suspension part. Verify your donor is the full-float 14 bolt housing before ordering.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Mild steel |
| Steel gauge | 1/4in and 3/16in |
| Construction | CNC laser cut and bent, dimpled holes |
| Target axle | AAM / GM 14 bolt 10.5 rear |
| Platform | Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2018) |
| SKU | JK1415 |
What's in the Box
- APEX peaked-top axle truss
- Coil brackets and bump stop pads
- Upper and lower control arm mounts
- Shock brackets and link mounts
Frequently Asked Questions
Which axle does this kit use?
It is set up for the AAM/GM 14 bolt 10.5 full-float rear axle, one of the strongest and most affordable one-ton rear housings.
What Jeep does it fit?
The Jeep Wrangler JK (2007-2018). Suspension bracket locations are matched to the JK's four-link rear.
Is welding required?
Yes. The truss drops onto the housing and is welded in place; preheat the axle and alternate weld passes to control warping.
How is this different from the swap brackets alone?
This kit centers on the APEX truss. If you want the bracket-only route on a 3.5in tube axle, see the JK 1 Ton APEX Rear Axle Swap Brackets or the budget JK 1 Ton BASICS Rear Axle Swap Kit.
What about a Sterling instead of a 14 bolt?
If your donor is a Ford Sterling 10.5, use the JK APEX Rear Sterling Truss Swap Kit instead.
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