If you are building a Jeep Wrangler, Metalcloak and Teraflex are the two brands every serious Jeep owner considers. Both make excellent Jeep-specific suspension. Here is how they compare after years of installing both at American Fusion Wheels.
Metalcloak vs Teraflex
| Feature | Metalcloak | Teraflex |
|---|---|---|
| Specialty | Jeep-only, integrated systems | Jeep-focused, wide range |
| Build philosophy | Complete bolt-on systems | Modular — mix and match |
| Control arms | Duroflex joints (excellent) | Rubber or Falcon joints |
| Shocks | RockSport (good value) | Falcon (premium, adjustable) |
| On-road comfort | Excellent | Very good to excellent |
| Trail performance | Excellent | Excellent |
| Price (3.5" JL kit) | $2,500-$4,000 | $1,500-$3,500 |
Metalcloak
Metalcloak designs complete suspension systems where every component works together. Their Duroflex joints are legendary — they eliminate the vibrations and harshness that rubber bushings and heim joints create. Their Game-Changer and TrueRack systems correct Jeep steering geometry issues that other brands ignore. If you want the best-engineered Jeep suspension available, Metalcloak is the answer.
Teraflex
Teraflex has been in the Jeep game longer and offers a wider range of products. Their Falcon shock line (3.1, 3.3, 3.4) gives you adjustable damping from basic to remote-reservoir. Their kits are more modular — you can start with a basic spring and shock kit and upgrade control arms later. Great for Jeep owners who want to build incrementally.
Other Jeep Suspension Brands We Install
- Rock Krawler — long-arm suspension specialist for serious trail Jeeps. $2,000-$5,000.
- EVO Manufacturing — premium Jeep suspension with excellent articulation. $2,000-$4,000.
- Synergy Manufacturing — geometry-correcting suspension focused on proper alignment. $1,500-$3,000.
- Clayton Off Road — budget-friendly long arms. $800-$2,000.
- BDS — proven lift kits with Fox shocks. $1,500-$2,500.
- Rough Country — budget Jeep lifts starting at $300. Great for casual builds.
Our Recommendation
Metalcloak if you want the best-engineered complete system and plan to keep your Jeep long-term. Teraflex if you want flexibility to build incrementally and want Falcon adjustable shocks. Both are excellent — you cannot go wrong.
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