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Motobilt MB1168 Fold Down Aluminum Tailgate for 76-06 Jeep CJ, YJ, TJ, & Unlimited TJ

Quadratec Part #: 12011-4253
Motobilt Part #: MB1168
MSRP
$549.00
Discount
-$82.35
In Cart Price
$466.65
Guaranteed Best Price
$466.65
Ships from 3rd Party
Usually Ships in 3-6 days
Description

Direct Replacement: Replaces the factory swinging tailgate with a strong fold-down design for Jeep CJ, YJ, TJ, and LJ models.

Durable Aluminum Construction: Built from thick, high-grade CNC laser cut and formed aluminum for strength with lighter weight.

Complete Kit Included: Comes with lockable compression latches, keys, hinges, tailgate cables, fasteners, and installation instructions.

Clean Finished Look: Includes cover plates for factory hinge holes and works with or without corner armor.

Custom Finish Ready: Ships in bare metal so you can paint to match your Jeep or leave the aluminum unfinished.

Details
Motobilt Inc Fold Down Aluminum Tailgate for Jeep CJ, YJ, TJ, & Unlimited TJ is a premium replacement tailgate designed to upgrade the factory swing-out setup with a strong, clean fold-down design. Built from thick, high-grade CNC laser-cut and formed aluminum, this tailgate delivers durable performance while helping give your Jeep a more refined custom look.

This complete kit includes lockable compression latches with keys, quality hinges, automotive-grade tailgate cables, and the required fasteners for a quicker, more straightforward installation. It is engineered to work with or without corner armor, and cover plates are included to conceal the factory hinge holes for a finished appearance.

Shipped in bare metal, the aluminum components can be painted to match your Jeep or left unfinished depending on your build style. Made in the USA, this tailgate is an excellent choice for Jeep owners looking for strength, functionality, and a sleek aftermarket upgrade for CJ, YJ, TJ, & Unlimited TJ models. Important fitment notes: does not fit Jeep CJ-5 and will not fit a Jeep YJ running the MB5000 fuel cell.

Installation Notes
Installation Difficulty:
Skill Level 2 IconLevel 2Intermediate
Installation Time: 2-3 hours
Parts Included
  • Fold Down Aluminum Tailgate Panel
  • Lockable Compression Latches with Keys
  • Hinges
  • Automotive Grade Tailgate Cables
  • Cover Plates for Factory Hinge Holes
  • Installation Fasteners and Hardware
  • Shipping Weight: 25lb
  • Shipping Dimensions: 39in x 19in x 7in (L x W x H)
  • Jeep CJ-7

  • 1986 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1985 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1984 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1983 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1982 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1981 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1980 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1979 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1978 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1977 Jeep CJ-7
  • 1976 Jeep CJ-7
  • Jeep Wrangler (TJ)

  • 2006 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 2005 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 2004 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 2003 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 2002 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 2001 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 2000 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 1999 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 1998 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • 1997 Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
  • Jeep Wrangler (YJ)

  • 1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1994 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1993 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1992 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1991 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1990 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1989 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1988 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • 1987 Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
  • Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (LJ)

  • 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (LJ)
  • 2005 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (LJ)
  • 2004 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (LJ)
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