There are many things you can do to make your Jeep Wrangler look better and be more capable.
The best thing about having a Jeep Wrangler is the ease of customization as there are so many manufacturers that put in hard work to make the best aftermarket parts for Wranglers, giving Wrangler lovers a wide spread of choice when it comes to shopping for aftermarket parts. Most Wranglers even come pre-drilled from the factory, which makes it easier for anyone to install aftermarket parts.
From fender flares to wider and thicker wheels, here are some of the best aftermarket parts you can buy for your Wrangler.
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We are kicking this off with one of the least expensive aftermarket parts for any Jeep Wrangler - a custom grille insert. Keep in mind that the factory grille that comes standard with any Wrangler is a 7-slot grille design. The Jeep community loves to keep it original This is a detail you don’t wanna miss, but it all comes down to your preferences if you like to add or delete the original grille, or just add a custom grille insert.
Adding a custom grille insert will allow you to keep the original 7-slot grille while enhancing its look. There are different patterns when it comes to Wrangler grille inserts, our favorite being the custom American flag, which fits perfectly with the Jeep theme. You can find out more about the best Jeep grill inserts here.
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Second on our shopping guide, we recommend lifting your Wrangler. There are different lift kits available online which can raise the height from 2.5” all the way up to 5”. Keep in mind when shopping for a lift kit, you should consider compatibility and wheel updates. We came across this inexpensive lift kit on Amazon that only costs $138. It does not include a suspension or springs, but it achieves higher ground clearance by the use of spacers. You can still make good use of this lift kit if you are planning to install aftermarket suspension or springs. It will increase the height of the vehicle by 2.5” and not compromise that much in suspension stiffness or drivability. This lift kit by Rough Country also makes it possible to install 35” tires.
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In addition to a lift kit which you might consider buying or have already installed, pairing your Wrangler with a nice set of wheels and tires is a must. With the Jeep community being one of the most popular off-road enthusiasts there are always people who want to change their Jeep's look - hence there are plenty of spare wheels or tires you can buy used on Facebook Marketplace, Ebay and much more.
Our wheels of choice would be the Fuel Assault. They do sit on the more expensive side of aftermarket parts but these are definitely considered one of the best looking wheels for Jeeps and off-road vehicles. It makes for an extreme, muscle-looking and wide body Wrangler which everyone loves to see. You can also keep your stock wheels and change your tires. Moving up to bigger tire sizes needs a bit of research, as it depends directly on your lift kit and tire clearance. Using the wrong wheel-tire set will rub the tires to the fenders or body of your Wrangler. A very good option when it comes to tires, if you are rocking a 2.5” lift kit, would be Toyo OPEN COUNTRY R.
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Stock bumpers are not exactly what you want if you are planning to go off-roading with your Wrangler. Upgrading the front and rear bumper is the main ingredient in your upgrade formula. Based on what front bumper you pick, you will start shopping for winches or other bits of choice. When it comes to the best aftermarket bumpers for Wranglers you might consider a few options based on utility, protection and style. Based on The Drive, Smittybilt, Warn, Nilight are the best aftermarket manufacturers when it comes down to bumper upgrades, just to name a few. Here is our favorite pick.
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Replacing stock Jeep fender flares might be obvious for one or more reasons. The first is that they don’t look as good as after-market fender flares, moreover the stock ones usually fade out. Stock fender flares tend to fade quickly, especially in hot climates, but that shouldn’t let any Wrangler down at any time. It is a cosmetic upgrade and there are different designs you can fit with your theme. The best after-market inner fender flares in our opinion are the Hooke Road, made of stainless steel paired with Bushwacker Rivet Style fender flares. They both fit perfectly together to bring an aggressive side look - tiny details, but these make the difference.
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Another really cool piece of accessory when it comes to aftermarket parts for Jeep Wranglers are headlights - and they cost very little, too. As mentioned above, Jeep Wranglers are one of the easiest cars to mod, they don’t necessarily mean to be expensive. Under the $100 mark we were able to find multibeam headlights, a Halo design with DRL, as well as a blacked-out headlight. This doesn’t necessarily help in off-roading adventures as you might already be rocking LED light bars or strips, but they are just a better looking cosmetic upgrade.
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Gleni Lame is a reader, writer, and editor based in Durres, Albania. He has been a Mercedes-Benz enthusiast since the early ages and started flipping used cars to bring back precious glory. An undergraduate student at Epoka University, now working for Valnet Inc.