The Rugged Ridge Dana 30 differential skid plate is a heavy-duty steel guard that bolts directly to the Dana 30 front axle housing, shielding the differential cover from rock strikes, ledges, and trail debris. The Dana 30 differential sits low and exposed on Jeep Wrangler and Cherokee platforms — a single hard hit can crack the factory cover and drain the gear oil, ending your trail day instantly. This skid plate is a straightforward, bolt-on insurance policy for any Jeep running a Dana 30 front axle.

The black finish blends cleanly with the axle and undercarriage, and the bolt-on design means no cutting, welding, or permanent modifications to the axle housing.

Features & Benefits

• Heavy-duty steel construction — absorbs rock strikes that would crack the factory cover
• Protects the Dana 30 differential cover and gear oil from trail damage
• Black finish — clean, low-profile look under the vehicle
• Bolt-on installation — no cutting or welding required
• Compatible with factory and most aftermarket Dana 30 differential covers

Fitment

Dana 30 Front Axle — Jeep Wrangler YJ, TJ, JK / Jeep Cherokee XJ / Jeep CJ series