JT 1 TON - APEX Rear Sterling Truss Swap Kit

The JT 1 TON APEX Rear Sterling Truss Swap Kit fits Artec's patent-pending APEX truss to a Ford Super Duty Sterling 10.5 rear axle under the Jeep Gladiator JT. The Sterling is a stout, readily available one-ton axle, and this peaked-top truss braces the housing for hard use while adding roughly 55 lbs and reducing weld time by about 70%.

Key Features

• Patent-pending APEX peaked-top truss is stiffer than a flat-top design
• CNC laser cut in-house from 1/4" and 3/16" mild steel — roughly 55 lbs total
• CNC bent in-house to drop onto the axle ready to weld, no puzzle-piece assembly
• Modeled from Ford and Jeep 3D data for precise fit and clearance
• About 70% less welding than previous truss designs, reducing warping and turnaround
• Pre-bent long seams eliminate seam welding

Fitment & Compatibility

Fits the Jeep Gladiator JT (2020-present) being converted to a Ford Super Duty Sterling 10.5 rear axle. Built to accept factory-style link, coil, shock, sway bar, and trackbar mounting with the matching brackets. Welding and fabrication experience required.

Specifications

What's in the Box

• APEX peaked-top rear truss with integrated coil bracket and bumpstop pads
• Suspension mounting brackets for the Sterling swap

Frequently Asked Questions

Which axle is this truss cut for?
It fits the Ford Super Duty Sterling 10.5 rear axle going into a 2020-present Jeep Gladiator JT.

How heavy is the truss?
The complete APEX Sterling truss is roughly 55 lbs of 1/4" and 3/16" laser-cut steel.

Can I get it for other axles?
Yes. Matched JT kits are offered for the Ford 9-inch and 14-bolt 10.5 axles.

Is welding needed?
Yes. It welds on with about 70% less bead than older trusses, but still requires a skilled welder working in stages.