Taboo Customs

Taboo Customs Manufacturing frame rust repair kits, skid plates and more. We also do installation,
custom builds, engine/axle/gear swaps, accessory sales and installation.

To contact us please email [email protected] or text/call us at 217 316 3039. Located in Montrose, IA, Taboo Customs is a veteran-owned business dedicated to designing and building heavy duty off-road products. To understand Taboo Customs you might need to understand my background. For the last 25 years I have been OBSESSED with Jeeps. I started with a 1977 Jeep CJ 5 when I was in high school

and since then have built/owned a countless number of jeeps from Willys to Grand Cherokees. After high school my love of mechanics sent me to Bradley University to obtain an engineering degree while at the same time joining the Army Reserves as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. Right after college I was called up as part of the response to the 9-11 tragedy. Shortly after returning from deployment I started working in the OEM auto industry and returned to building jeeps. Around that time I started a business called After Hours Offroad, selling parts and accessories in my spare time. After several years in the OEM auto world I moved to a large aftermarket truck body manufacturer. To go along with that move I also decided that I would rather be designing and building products than selling other companies products. So in 2007 I started Taboo Customs working out of a two car garage designing and building bumpers and tire carriers. In 2014 we moved to Lima and a dedicated shop to build our products. In 2020 we started making Taboo Customs Jeep repair and product installation videos on YouTube and Rumble. In 2021 we moved to a large facility in Montrose, IA with 10k square feet of manufacturing space and over 8k square feet of warehouse space. Since moving we have expanded our equipment adding new press brakes and robotic welding systems.

06/14/2026

Our Heavy-Duty Tire Carrier Pivot Kit (P0497) has been a solid choice for builders looking for a strong, smooth, and reliable pivot point for custom swing-out tire carriers.

Built for heavy-duty and off-road applications, this kit is designed to handle the abuse that comes with larger tires and trail use.

✔ Smooth operation
✔ Heavy-duty construction
✔ Great for custom fabrication projects
✔ Built for off-road use

Still one of our favorite fabrication components years later.

Most factory crossmembers were designed to be lightweight and inexpensive to manufacture — not to survive years of rust,...
06/12/2026

Most factory crossmembers were designed to be lightweight and inexpensive to manufacture — not to survive years of rust, heavy towing, larger tires, off-road use, or Midwest winters.

Over time, common problems include:
✔ Rust forming inside boxed sections
✔ Thin factory metal weakening
✔ Moisture and debris getting trapped
✔ Cracking around mounting points
✔ Bending from impacts or added stress

Once corrosion starts, the metal can weaken quickly, especially around shock mounts, skid mounts, and frame attachment points.

That’s why many replacement and repair crossmembers use:
✔ Heavier wall tubing
✔ Thicker steel plates
✔ Reinforced mounting areas
✔ Simpler designs that resist trapping moisture

A stronger crossmember helps restore structural strength and improve long-term durability for work trucks and off-road rigs alike.

https://taboocustoms.com/

06/07/2026

Why choose Taboo Customs?

Because we build Jeep and truck parts that actually fit, last, and stay affordable.

✔ Heavy-duty steel
✔ Real customer service
✔ Tested on real Jeeps & trucks
✔ Clear installation instructions
✔ Made in the USA

Need help finding the right part? Send us a message.

06/06/2026

Trail season is here — now’s the time to inspect the weak points before they become trail problems.

Before heading out this summer, check areas like:
✔ Control arm mounts
✔ Crossmembers
✔ Shock mounts
✔ Skid plate mounts
✔ Steering box areas
✔ Transmission and oil pans

Off-road use puts extra stress on already weakened factory components, especially on rust-prone Jeeps and trucks.

A little prep now can help prevent expensive damage later.

From rust repair kits to heavy-duty skid plates and crossmembers, Taboo Customs builds parts designed for real-world off-road use.

go to taboocustoms.com for products

Protect your transmission pan before the trail does the damage for you.Our 904/999/30RH/32RH Transmission Pan Skid Plate...
06/05/2026

Protect your transmission pan before the trail does the damage for you.

Our 904/999/30RH/32RH Transmission Pan Skid Plate is built from heavy-duty 7ga hot-rolled steel to help shield vulnerable transmission pans from rocks, trail debris, and hard off-road impacts.

Built for strength, clearance, and real-world abuse — not thin factory protection.

✔ 7ga hot-rolled steel
✔ Designed for off-road use
✔ Helps protect against costly transmission pan damage
✔ Built for Jeep trail rigs and crawlers

Part #: P0955

05/29/2026

Typical Midwest Jeep Wrangler....

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. As a veteran-owned business, Memorial Day holds deep meaning for us at Taboo Customs. We’re proud to serve our community while remembering those who served our country with courage and dedication.

This Memorial Day, we pause to reflect, remember, and give thanks.

Freedom isn’t free.

From our Taboo Customs family to yours — thank you to all who have served, and we honor those we’ve lost.

05/24/2026
05/24/2026

New logo seat covers from Tiger Tough for Project Dozer our 2012 Jeep JK Rubicon.

Address

220 South 7th Street
Montrose, IA
52639

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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