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FOX Performance Series Front Shock for 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler JL, 3.5-4-Inch Lift, Part Number FOX985-24-179

FOX Performance Series Front Shock for 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler JL, 3.5-4-Inch Lift, Part Number FOX985-24-179

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FOX Performance Series shocks contain the latest in shock technology to transform the performance of your Jeep. They use our race-proven damping control to provide a comfortable on-road ride and predictable off-road handling in even the toughest conditions. Application specific valving to maximize performance. Increase your vehicle's off-road capability by extending drop-out travel in most applications. Experience on-road comfort with performance-minded shock valving for a connected ride with less vehicle sway. Tuned specifically for your vehicle’s application._x000D_ _x000D_ Consistent and fade-resistant performance due to high-quality materials: aluminum bodies, race-developed main piston, and a true internal floating piston (IFP) to separate gas and oil._x000D_ _x000D_ Built-to-last, torture-tested and race-proven to give a lifetime of great rides. FOX products are built from aluminum, dissipating heat four times better than conventional materials. All FOX shocks are fully serviceable and resistant to corrosion and harsh environments.
  • Performance Tuned For Vehicle Specific Application
  • IFP Separates Oil From High-Pressure Nitrogen Gas
  • FOX Racing Oil Developed For Ultimate Performance
  • Redundant Sealing System/Long Lasting Performance
  • 100% Serviceable And Tunable For Longer Lifespan
  • Packed With 35 Years Of Race Winning Technology
  • Aluminum Body Dissipates Heat Faster Than Steel
  • Black Anodized CNC Machined Aluminum Components
  • Teflon-Lined Heat-Treated Spherical Bearings
  • Durable Zinc Plated Long Lasting Finish
  • Smooth Seamless Alloy Body

Upgrade the suspension performance of your lifted Jeep Wrangler JL with the FOX Performance Series front shock, part number FOX985-24-179. Designed for applications with approximately 3.5 to 4 inches of lift, this smooth-body IFP shock uses vehicle-specific valving to deliver a controlled, connected ride on the street and predictable handling on demanding off-road terrain.

The internal floating piston separates oil from high-pressure nitrogen gas to help maintain consistent damping and resist performance fade. FOX Racing Oil, a race-developed main piston, aluminum construction, and a seamless alloy body work together to dissipate heat efficiently and provide dependable performance during extended use. The shock is fully serviceable and tunable, helping support long-term maintenance and performance.

Built with durable materials and proven FOX suspension technology, this front shock features black anodized CNC-machined aluminum components, a redundant sealing system, Teflon-lined heat-treated spherical bearings, and a corrosion-resistant zinc-plated finish. Its application-specific design can help increase off-road capability by extending available drop-out travel in compatible setups while reducing body sway for improved control. This shock is intended for select 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler applications and should be matched to the vehicle's lift height and suspension configuration.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

  • Brand: FOX
  • Part Number: FOX985-24-179
  • Product Type: Performance Series front shock absorber
  • Application: Jeep Wrangler JL
  • Model Years: 2018-2019
  • Recommended Lift Height: 3.5-4 inches
  • Shock Design: Smooth-body internal floating piston (IFP)
  • Construction: Aluminum body with serviceable and tunable components

What's Included

  • One FOX Performance Series front shock absorber

Fitment: Fits select 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler applications. Verify the exact vehicle configuration, suspension lift height, and front shock requirements before ordering.

Features:

  • Application-Specific Valving: Tuned for compatible Jeep Wrangler applications to provide controlled on-road comfort and predictable off-road handling.
  • Internal Floating Piston: Separates oil from high-pressure nitrogen gas to help maintain consistent damping and reduce performance fade.
  • Aluminum Construction: Dissipates heat efficiently while providing a strong, corrosion-resistant foundation for demanding use.
  • Serviceable and Tunable Design: Supports long-term maintenance and allows performance adjustments when serviced by qualified suspension professionals.

Fitments:
2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2018 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2018 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2019 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2019 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Moab
2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2020 Jeep Gladiator Altitude
2020 Jeep Gladiator Launch Edition
2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2020 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2020 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2021 Jeep Gladiator 80th Anniversary
2021 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude
2021 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2021 Jeep Gladiator Overland
2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
2021 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys
2021 Jeep Gladiator Willys Sport
2021 Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary
2021 Jeep Wrangler Freedom
2021 Jeep Wrangler Islander
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2021 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2021 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 80th Anniversary
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Freedom
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude 4xe
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Islander
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
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2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
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2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport Altitude
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2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys Sport
2021 Jeep Wrangler Willys
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2022 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude
2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2022 Jeep Gladiator Overland
2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
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2022 Jeep Gladiator Willys Sport
2022 Jeep Wrangler Islander
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2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude 4xe
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Tide
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 392
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Altitude
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport Altitude
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys
2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys Sport
2022 Jeep Wrangler Willys
2022 Jeep Wrangler Willys Sport
2023 Jeep Gladiator Freedom
2023 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude
2023 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2023 Jeep Gladiator Overland
2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2023 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2023 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
2023 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
2023 Jeep Gladiator Willys
2023 Jeep Gladiator Willys Sport
2023 Jeep Wrangler Freedom
2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2023 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2023 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Freedom
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude 4xe
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Tide
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 392
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Altitude
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport Altitude
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys 4xe
2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys Sport
2023 Jeep Wrangler Willys
2023 Jeep Wrangler Willys Sport
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2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
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2024 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
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2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
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2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X
2024 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2024 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited High Altitude 4xe
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 392
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe
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2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S 4xe
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys 4xe
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys Sport
2024 Jeep Wrangler Willys
2024 Jeep Wrangler Willys Sport
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2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X
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2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X
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Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1

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