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product_id: 14677859
title: "Rugged Ridge Textured Black Hood Catch - Pair"
brand: "rugged ridge"
price: "VT63212"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Rugged Ridge"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/14677859-rugged-ridge-textured-black-hood-catch-pair
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# Fits Jeep Wrangler JK 2007-2018 Precision aluminum build 5-year limited warranty Rugged Ridge Textured Black Hood Catch - Pair

**Brand:** rugged ridge
**Price:** VT63212
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Lock in style and performance with Rugged Ridge’s ultimate Jeep hood catch upgrade!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Rugged Ridge Textured Black Hood Catch - Pair by rugged ridge
- **How much does it cost?** VT63212 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/14677859-rugged-ridge-textured-black-hood-catch-pair)

## Best For

- rugged ridge enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted rugged ridge brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Flutter-Free Ride:** Significantly reduces hood flutter and chatter, enhancing your driving confidence and vehicle stability.
- • **Perfect Jeep JK Fit:** Custom-fit design tailored exclusively for 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK models—no guesswork, just seamless integration.
- • **DIY-Friendly Installation:** Straightforward install with detailed guidance—an early mod that instantly upgrades your Jeep’s performance and style.
- • **Rugged Aluminum Durability:** Engineered from textured black aluminum for long-lasting strength and corrosion resistance.
- • **Sleek & Functional Upgrade:** Elevate your Jeep’s rugged aesthetic with catches that combine form and function effortlessly.

## Overview

The Rugged Ridge Textured Black Hood Catch Pair is a durable, aluminum replacement designed specifically for 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK models. It offers a direct fit that reduces hood flutter, enhances vehicle stability, and upgrades your Jeep’s rugged look. Backed by a 5-year limited warranty, these catches provide a practical, stylish, and long-lasting solution favored by Jeep enthusiasts seeking both form and function.

## Description

Has your hood been fluttering? Original hood catches degrade and fail and most aftermarket hood catches look spindly. These adjustable, durable, and aesthetically pleasing aluminum hood catches are proportional to the vehicle and offer a direct fit.

Review: Good looking and practical - Form and function on these easy to install locking hood latches. An early easy mod for new Jeep owners.
Review: Excellent Latches That Prevent Wrangler Hood Flutter - These really are excellent hood latches, and are far superior to the stock Jeep latches. There is a noticeable decrease in hood chatter, and provide a much more rugged appearance. I've put them on both of my Rubicon's and love them. The stock plastic Jeep latches also turn grey with time, so these aluminum ones solve that issue as well. The install isn't hard, but can be fiddly, and will take about 30-45 min for an average DIY'er. I wasn't able to install the lower latch portion without taking off the front grill of the Wrangler, though, I've read others say they haven't needed to do so. (Though I can't imagine how) The grill is extremely easy to remove, so don't struggle to work around it. The Rugged Ridge instructions don't cover how to do that, so here it is in a nutshell. The grill is held on with just six snap locks on the top and several push clips on the bottom. A small screw driver will pop the top ones out easily - be gentle. The lower part of the grill is just held in with snap clips, and just pulls off with a little pressure. Remember to protect the grill from the two front tow hooks with towels to prevent scratching the grill. Start on one lower side, and with a little pull at the base of the grill, it will pop out. Then unclip the two turn signals, (optional) and you will have much better access to the lower hood latch bolt(s) — it's still a tight fit though. You don't have to remove the light connections if you don't want, just lean the grill down and out of the way. You can continue to follow the instructions, and then reinstall the grill by reversing the order above. It just snaps in. Hope this helps someone out. I would recommend them for not only appearance but superior function. I do wish they were made in the US instead of overseas. ****** Update ****** After having both latches for a while, there is something I've noticed. The silver version developed significant water spots that are not nice, and couldn't be removed. It's important to understand, the silver finish is paint (like a powder coat) not an unfinished aluminum. I personally would not buy the silver ones again because of the way they look after a short time. In the end, I traded in the older black Wrangler (with the silver latches) due to mileage, mechanical issues, etc. and bought a new black one. This time though, went with the black latches. Looks great, and no spotting problems like the silver latches.

## Features

- FITMENT | Fits 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK
- Textured Black
- Aluminum
- Reduces hood flutter
- Limited 5 Year Warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00P2HRGPI |
| Auto Part Position | Front |
| Best Sellers Rank | #168,107 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #91 in Hood Pins |
| Brand | Rugged Ridge |
| Brand Name | Rugged Ridge |
| Color | Textured Black |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Jeep |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,698 Reviews |
| Exterior Finish | Machined |
| Fit Type | Vehicle Specific Fit |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00804314268602 |
| Included Components | Textured Black Aluminum Hood Catch Set |
| Item Dimensions | 10 x 8 x 3 inches |
| Item Type Name | Textured Black Aluminum Hood Catch Set |
| Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 10 x 8 x 3 inches |
| Manufacturer | Rugged Ridge |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 5 Year Limited |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Style Name | Non-Locking |
| UPC | 804314268602 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Rugged Ridge
- **Color:** Textured Black
- **Exterior Finish:** Machined
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 10 x 8 x 3 inches
- **Material:** Aluminum

## Images

![Rugged Ridge Textured Black Hood Catch - Pair - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71t07XX0h3L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Color, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good looking and practical
*by C***B on January 26, 2026*

Form and function on these easy to install locking hood latches. An early easy mod for new Jeep owners.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Latches That Prevent Wrangler Hood Flutter
*by D***R on December 8, 2015*

These really are excellent hood latches, and are far superior to the stock Jeep latches. There is a noticeable decrease in hood chatter, and provide a much more rugged appearance. I've put them on both of my Rubicon's and love them. The stock plastic Jeep latches also turn grey with time, so these aluminum ones solve that issue as well. The install isn't hard, but can be fiddly, and will take about 30-45 min for an average DIY'er. I wasn't able to install the lower latch portion without taking off the front grill of the Wrangler, though, I've read others say they haven't needed to do so. (Though I can't imagine how) The grill is extremely easy to remove, so don't struggle to work around it. The Rugged Ridge instructions don't cover how to do that, so here it is in a nutshell. The grill is held on with just six snap locks on the top and several push clips on the bottom. A small screw driver will pop the top ones out easily - be gentle. The lower part of the grill is just held in with snap clips, and just pulls off with a little pressure. Remember to protect the grill from the two front tow hooks with towels to prevent scratching the grill. Start on one lower side, and with a little pull at the base of the grill, it will pop out. Then unclip the two turn signals, (optional) and you will have much better access to the lower hood latch bolt(s) — it's still a tight fit though. You don't have to remove the light connections if you don't want, just lean the grill down and out of the way. You can continue to follow the instructions, and then reinstall the grill by reversing the order above. It just snaps in. Hope this helps someone out. I would recommend them for not only appearance but superior function. I do wish they were made in the US instead of overseas. ****** Update ****** After having both latches for a while, there is something I've noticed. The silver version developed significant water spots that are not nice, and couldn't be removed. It's important to understand, the silver finish is paint (like a powder coat) not an unfinished aluminum. I personally would not buy the silver ones again because of the way they look after a short time. In the end, I traded in the older black Wrangler (with the silver latches) due to mileage, mechanical issues, etc. and bought a new black one. This time though, went with the black latches. Looks great, and no spotting problems like the silver latches.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I Can't Believe Jeep Doesn't Include These as OEM
*by J***0 on January 12, 2023*

It's amazing how much better quality these are than the cheaply made and poorly functioning OEM latches that came with my Jeep JK Rubicon Unlimited. Install took me 50 minutes and that's mainly because I was working slowly to make sure I was doing it correctly. They look so much better and the hood flutter on the highway is gone. I read plenty of reviews on here that said you should remove the front grill to access the lower passenger side nut. That is NOT necessary at all! With one hand, simply pass a ratchet with a 13mm socket up from the bottom of the fender up towards your other hand where nut is located (make sure the ratchet handle is facing upwards). Fit the socket over the nut to work it free with the ratchet and then remove it with your fingers. So easy! No extenders or anything else is necessary. For the top, all you need is a 10mm socket/ratchet and a 4mm Allen wrench. For the bottom, all you need is a 13mm socket/ratchet and 2 4mm Allen wrenches. I used a crescent wrench to tighten the nuts on the lower assembly once everything was latched.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-02-25*