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.

07/19/2026

Oldie but goodie from the Taboo Customs lineup.

Our AMC 20 Axle Truss Kit is built to help reinforce the factory rear axle found under Jeep CJs. Whether you’re trying to add strength before trail use or just want a little more confidence in an older axle setup, this kit is designed for both wide-track and narrow-track AMC 20 axles in a stock spring-under setup.

Built for Jeep CJ owners who still put the old iron to work.

We always appreciate hearing back from customers after the work is done.Whether it’s custom fabrication, repair parts, o...
07/17/2026

We always appreciate hearing back from customers after the work is done.

Whether it’s custom fabrication, repair parts, or helping keep an older Jeep on the road, we take pride in building parts that solve real problems.

Thanks for the kind words and continued support!

Our Cherokee XJ Front Bumper Mounting Plate Kit is a solid starting point for custom front bumpers, hidden winch setups,...
07/13/2026

Our Cherokee XJ Front Bumper Mounting Plate Kit is a solid starting point for custom front bumpers, hidden winch setups, or stronger bumper mounting on your XJ. Built to help tie the bumper into the front unibody where strength matters.

Check out our website: www.taboocustoms.com

With minor modifications some of our kits like the P0979 Chevy Rear Shock Crossmember kit will work with 99-06 Chevys. ...
07/11/2026

With minor modifications some of our kits like the P0979 Chevy Rear Shock Crossmember kit will work with 99-06 Chevys. Pictures from a customer install. Contact us for questions regarding modifications needed.

M715 project is back on the schedule.
07/10/2026

M715 project is back on the schedule.

Your cooling system might seem fine during normal driving, but July heat can bring out weak spots fast — especially when...
07/10/2026

Your cooling system might seem fine during normal driving, but July heat can bring out weak spots fast — especially when you add trail riding, slow speeds, hills, towing, or bigger tires.

Common problem areas include:
✔ Low coolant
✔ Weak radiator caps
✔ Cracked or soft hoses
✔ Plugged radiators
✔ Failing fans or fan clutches
✔ Mud, bugs, and debris blocking airflow
✔ Water pumps starting to fail

Heat problems usually don’t fix themselves. If your temp gauge starts creeping up, it’s better to check it before you’re stuck on the trail or side of the road.

What’s the first thing you check before heading out in the summer heat?

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07/06/2026

1994 Chevy 1500 Only 59k miles. We needlescaled the frame and applied rust convertor, Rust Encapsulator and Fluid Film Black.

07/05/2026

July Trail Tip:
Hot weather and trail riding can be tough on your rig. Before heading out, check your coolant, fluids, belts, hoses, tire pressure, spare tire, and recovery gear.

A few minutes in the driveway can save you from a long day stuck on the trail.

What’s one thing you always check before heading out?

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Taboo Customs!

Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, hard work, and the American spirit. We hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July!

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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