Wrangler going to independent wheel suspension to ditch the weight of solid axles..
11-03-2013, 11:19 AM
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This sounds to be about ridiculous! Next thing they will just ditch the solid frame and spring to the crossover started by the Cherokee. Thoughts?
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2...lid-axles.html
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2...lid-axles.html
11-03-2013, 11:33 AM
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It does sound ridiculous especially since an independent suspension system would weigh more than the solid axle set up. The solid axles may have more un-sprung weight but it should be lighter overall than an IFS/IRS set up.
11-03-2013, 11:39 AM
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The solid axle setup has more drag. I imagine that would help with the mileage more than anything. I hope rapp is right.
