{"product_id":"superatv-can-am-defender-hd5-frame-stiffener","title":"SuperATV Can-Am Defender HD5 Frame Stiffener (2017+)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe SuperATV Can-Am Defender HD5 Frame Stiffener reinforces the frame's weak points and A-arm mounts on the Defender HD5 and HD5 DPS.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made from 4.5 mm steel plate and is the support you want before adding a lift, portal gear lift or bigger tires that put extra leverage on the chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the front stiffener for 2017+ Defender HD5 machines or the rear stiffener for 2017-2021 models. Both are powder coated to resist corrosion in year-round use and add rigidity without unnecessary bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning portals? Pair this stiffener with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/superatv-can-am-defender-hd5-4-inch-portal-gear-lift\"\u003eSuperATV Can-Am Defender HD5 4\" Portal Gear Lift\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrengthens weak spots on the Defender HD5 frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforces A-arm mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for lifts, portals and bigger tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5 mm heavy-duty steel plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder coated for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear versions available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt To Solve: Frame Flex and Mount Fatigue on the Can-Am Defender HD5\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame stress after adding a lift, portals or larger tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA-arm mounts fatiguing under extra leverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis flex when carrying heavy loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame damage from hard trail use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For: Defender HD5 Owners Adding Lifts, Portals or Big Tires\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefender HD5 and HD5 DPS owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwners installing a portal gear lift or big lift kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork machines that carry heavy loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwners of other Defender models should choose the stiffener listed for their HD size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 4.5 mm steel plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront version: 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear version: 2017-2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer Part Numbers: FS-CA-DEF-01#AA (front), RFS-CA-DEF-01#AA (rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan-Am Defender HD5 (2017+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan-Am Defender HD5 DPS (2017+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rear stiffener is listed for 2017-2021 machines; the front stiffener is listed for 2017+.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitment is not guaranteed on models, trims or years not listed above, or on machines with modified chassis or aftermarket parts in the way; confirm your exact model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy does a Defender HD5 need a frame stiffener?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLifts, bigger tires and portals increase leverage on suspension mounts; the stiffener reinforces those stress points to reduce flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I buy the front or rear stiffener?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuperATV offers both. The front fits 2017+ HD5 models and the rear is listed for 2017-2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is made from 4.5 mm steel plate with a powder-coated finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need one if I am adding portals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuperATV recommends it when adding portals, big lifts or bigger tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it hard to install?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuperATV publishes official install instructions for the front and rear stiffeners; follow them and torque all hardware to spec.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fit other Defender models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the HD5. SuperATV sells separate stiffeners for other Defender sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy SuperATV\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuperATV designs, tests and builds its UTV parts in-house and backs this part with a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects. Dunes 2 Dezert SXS ships SuperATV parts nationwide, so you get vehicle-specific fitment without hunting across sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStrengthen Your Defender HD5 Before You Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePick the front, rear or both stiffeners for your Defender HD5, and install them before or alongside a portal gear lift, lift kit or larger tires. 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