Most Jeep accessories manufactured in China are made of steel or “pot metal,” alloys with low melting points that are prone to fracture.
These steel and alloy parts are cheap to buy but they rust, corrode, and degrade over time, which both makes your Jeep look ugly and ultimately wastes your money because you will need to replace these parts in only a few years.
Our in-house tech Josh reports that he routinely sees rust issues on about 1 out of every 3 Wranglers he repairs.
In contrast, Jeep accessories crafted from aircraft grade aluminum like those offered by Functional Utility cannot rust, are light in weight, and are tough enough to withstand the types of harsh operating conditions endured by military aircraft.
Our CEO Roger served in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he maintained aircraft like Phantom jets and honed his engineering and design skills. Roger brings these skills from his military days to Functional Utility Inc. to help us design premium, long lasting aluminum parts for your Jeep.
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