JL/JLU/JT Octa Chop Front Bumper - Nemesis Industries

Install Time

Estimated 3-5 Hour Install

compaitable with

JL JLU JT

This may vary depending on experience

$1,099.00

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Finish Options — Bare

Finish Options

Bare Bare

Semi-Gloss Black Powder Coat (Cardinal BK-08) Semi-Gloss Black Powder Coat (Cardinal BK-08)

Textured Black Powder Coat (Cardinal BK-59) Textured Black Powder Coat (Cardinal BK-59)

Precision-designed and 100% Made in USA.

Hybrid steel + aluminum construction — Steel winch plate for recovery strength, aluminum skin for weight savings
Frame sleeves included — Precision-fit reinforcement ships with the bumper for a complete frame chop install
Integrated light mounts & welded bull bar
Chamfered D-ring mounts — Accepts soft shackles
Available in bare aluminum, textured black, or semi-gloss black powder coat — Ships ready to install
CNC cut for premium finish and fitment
Powder coat ready
Fits most post mounted lights
Fits most centered drum winches

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Install Time

Estimated 3-5 Hour Install

compaitable with

JL JLU JT

This may vary depending on experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — the Octa Chop is designed around cutting the front frame rails to dramatically improve your approach angle. This is a permanent modification, but every bumper ships with precision-fit frame sleeves that reinforce the frame after cutting. The sleeves insert inside the cut frame rails and restore full structural integrity. If you're not comfortable making the cut yourself, any experienced off-road fabrication shop can handle the install.

The Octa Chop is designed with a steel winch plate that seats the winch low between the frame rails. This accommodates most standard-width winches up to 12,000 lbs. The low-mount position keeps the weight where it belongs — close to the frame — for a lower center of gravity during recovery and trail driving.

The Octa Chop is available in three finish options: bare aluminum (for builders who want to paint-match or customize), textured black powder coat, and semi-gloss black powder coat. All powder coat options ship ready to install — no primer, no paint booth, no waiting.

Absolutely. The D-ring mounts are chamfered specifically for soft shackle compatibility. Flat-plate D-ring mounts found on many bumpers can abrade and damage soft shackle fibers over time. The chamfered edges on the Octa Chop protect your recovery gear whether you run traditional bow shackles or synthetic soft shackles.

The opposite — the Octa Chop's open frame chop design actually maximizes radiator airflow compared to full-width steel bumpers. Because the frame rails are shortened and the bumper sits tight to the remaining structure, there's significantly more clearance for air to reach the radiator. This is especially important during slow-speed rock crawling where airflow is already limited.

The integrated light mounts are designed to accommodate standard-size auxiliary lights and light pods. Because the mounts are welded into the bumper structure, they eliminate the vibration and rattle that comes with bolt-on aftermarket light brackets. Check with Nemesis for specific light dimensions if you're running an uncommon size, but most popular auxiliary lights and pods will fit without issue.

Install Time

JL/JLU/JT Octa Chop Front Bumper

Install Time

Frequently Asked Questions