Gas Tank Cover for Jeep Wrangler JK & JL: Aluminum Space Capsule

The fuel filler door is a small, rounded panel on the side of a Wrangler that most owners never think about. It is also the one part of the body that opens and closes constantly.

The OMU Genesis Series Gas Tank Cover is machined aluminum with forged carbon inlay and a transparent window. It is lighter than a steel equivalent, which is the point of using aluminum here.

What It Fits

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OMU Genesis Series Aluminum Transparent Space Capsule Gas Tank Cover For Jeep Wrangler JK/JL Jeep Wrangler JK and Jeep Wrangler JL Jeep Gladiator JT, Ford Bronco, Land Rover Defender
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It is the same part listed on our Aluminum Transparent Space Capsule Gas Tank Cover product page. If your vehicle is not in the row above, this one will not bolt up — message us before ordering and we will point you at the version that does.

Aluminum Instead of Steel

The main material is aluminum alloy, which is lighter than traditional steel. Less weight on the body is a small gain, but it is the honest reason to choose aluminum for a cover like this.

The matte carbon fiber forging pattern is a molded texture, not a printed one, which is what gives the surface depth under changing light.

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The Transparent Window

The detail that gives this cover its name is the transparent glass panel. It is inlaid into the body so the surface shows both metal and glass.

Functionally it is a design element. Aesthetically it is what separates this from a plain cover: the depth changes as you move past the vehicle.

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Embossed Detail

The OMU logo is a relief design cut into the surface rather than a decal. That keeps the detailing legible after years of weather.

The metal carving lines are sharp rather than rounded, which is the look the rest of the range follows.

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Fitment

The cover is made for the Jeep Wrangler JK and JL. It fits the factory fuel filler opening.

It is not a universal part. If you drive a Gladiator JT or a Bronco, the filler surround is different and this cover will not seat.

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Specifications

Fits Jeep Wrangler JK and Jeep Wrangler JL
Main material Aluminum alloy
Inlay Forged carbon fiber pattern
Feature Transparent glass window panel
Detail Embossed OMU logo, machined metal carving
Price $159.00
Returns 30 days

Shipping and Returns

Orders ship from our warehouse at a flat $7.99 rate to US addresses. In-stock items leave the warehouse in 1–3 business days and typically arrive 5–10 business days after that. Custom and made-to-order items take longer, and we will confirm the lead time by email after you order.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Email jenna@omu4x4.com first and we will send you the return address and the steps to follow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit the Jeep Gladiator JT?

No. It is made for the Wrangler JK and JL. The Gladiator and the Bronco have a different filler surround.

Is the transparent panel glass or plastic?

It is a transparent inlaid panel. We describe it as transparency glass in the product listing; we do not publish a material grade for it.

Is the carbon pattern real carbon fiber?

The cover uses a forged carbon fiber inlay with a matte pattern. The main body is aluminum alloy.

Why aluminum instead of steel?

It is lighter than a traditional steel cover, which reduces weight on the body.

Where to Go Next

See the matching antenna base cover, browse the Wrangler JL and Wrangler JK collections, or the full Genesis Series.

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