FOX Performance Series Front Shock for 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL, 4.5-6-Inch Lift, Part Number FOX985-24-181

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 FOX985-24-181. Designed for 2018 and newer Jeep Wrangler applications with 4.5- to 6-inch lift systems, this shock uses vehicle-specific valving to deliver a controlled, connected ride on the street and predictable handling on demanding off-road terrain.

The Performance Series shock features a true internal floating piston (IFP) that separates high-pressure nitrogen gas from shock oil, helping maintain consistent damping and reduce performance fade during extended use. Its aluminum body dissipates heat more efficiently than conventional steel construction, while FOX Racing Oil and a race-developed main piston support responsive suspension control. Increased droop travel in compatible applications helps improve off-road capability and wheel articulation.

Built for long-term service, the FOX985-24-181 includes redundant sealing, corrosion-resistant finishes, CNC-machined aluminum components, and Teflon-lined, heat-treated spherical bearings. The shock is fully serviceable and tunable, allowing maintenance and performance adjustments over its service life. Its seamless alloy body and durable zinc-plated components are designed to withstand harsh environments, repeated impacts, and demanding trail use.

What's Included: One FOX Performance Series front shock absorber. Verify your Jeep's lift height, suspension configuration, and required quantity before installation. This product is intended for the front suspension of select 2018 and newer Jeep Wrangler JL models with a 4.5- to 6-inch lift.

Fitment: 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler JL applications, including vehicle configurations compatible with a 4.5- to 6-inch suspension lift. Confirm exact fitment with the vehicle's model, drivetrain, trim, and suspension setup.

Technical Data: Shock type: smooth-body IFP; installation position: front; intended lift range: 4.5-6 inches; body material: aluminum; damping: vehicle-specific; gas separation: internal floating piston; serviceability: fully serviceable and tunable; finish: corrosion-resistant black anodized and zinc-plated components.

Features:

• Vehicle-Specific Valving: Tuned for the Jeep Wrangler JL to provide controlled on-road comfort and predictable off-road handling.
• Internal Floating Piston: Separates shock oil from high-pressure nitrogen gas for consistent damping and reduced performance fade.
• Extended Off-Road Capability: Supports increased droop travel in compatible lifted applications for improved articulation and wheel control.
• Serviceable Aluminum Construction: Heat-dissipating aluminum body, race-developed internals, durable seals, and tunable components support long-term performance.

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
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 392
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Altitude
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport Altitude
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Willys Sport
2021 Jeep Wrangler Willys
2021 Jeep Wrangler Willys Sport
2022 Jeep Gladiator Altitude
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
2022 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
2022 Jeep Gladiator Willys
2022 Jeep Gladiator Willys Sport
2022 Jeep Wrangler Islander
2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport
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
2024 Jeep Gladiator High Tide
2024 Jeep Gladiator Jeep Beach
2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave X
2024 Jeep Gladiator NightHawk
2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X
2024 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2024 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
2024 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
2024 Jeep Gladiator Willys
2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition
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
2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon X 4xe
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
2025 Jeep Gladiator High Tide
2025 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2025 Jeep Gladiator Mojave X
2025 Jeep Gladiator NightHawk
2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2025 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X
2025 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2025 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
2025 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
2025 Jeep Gladiator Willys
2025 Jeep Wrangler High Altitude 4xe
2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition
2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe
2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X
2025 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X 4xe
2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4xe
2025 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2025 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2025 Jeep Wrangler Sport S 4xe
2025 Jeep Wrangler Willys
2025 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4xe
2026 Jeep Gladiator Mojave
2026 Jeep Gladiator Mojave X
2026 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
2026 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon X
2026 Jeep Gladiator Sport
2026 Jeep Gladiator Sport S
2026 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail
2026 Jeep Gladiator Willys
2026 Jeep Wrangler 85th Anniversary Edition
2026 Jeep Wrangler Moab 392
2026 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2026 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X
2026 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
2026 Jeep Wrangler Sport
2026 Jeep Wrangler Sport S
2026 Jeep Wrangler Willys
2026 Jeep Wrangler Willys '41

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