I want to lower it rather than lift the JK since it will be used 99% for the daily commute all year round on paved roads.

Besides improving handling, easier entry/exit for the passengers, lowering will also improve fuel economy as I desperately need to increase the driving range since gas stations are just at the edge of a tankful where I'll be driving. I do not want to change the stock 32" tires.

Any suggestions how lowering could be accomplished economically?

 

hmm then buy something else

 

your asking for it....LOL....

mods will prob need to watch this post for this dude might end up gettin flamed....

LOWERING A JEEP ....LOL....LOL...LOL...

sounds like you need something other than a jeep. and lowering it and keeping the same size tire is'nt going to gain you anything besides people asking you "are you serious"

 

I know, I know.... there will be lots of "smart***" replies. Understandable!
Still, I know none of you guys will blame me for adoring the JK and wanting to increase its "go anywhere" flexibility.

 

buy the 2wd

 

Agreed. You'd save a lot of money and they get better MPG.

 

I guess you can either cut the stock springs or get lowering kit to fit the jeep application. I am not sure if they actually make lowering kits for jeeps. I wouldnt be surprised if they start making one now that 4 door is out. I bet in a few months we will start seeing dropped 4 door jk's with 24's and vertical doors

 

Huh?

Let me get this straight. You want to buy a JEEP WRANGLER........so you can have something low to the ground.........and get good gas mileage.......




Damn, that's some funny ass shit.

 

maybe try some low profile tires on 24" rims. That should help.

 

If you are going to lower it????????
It would be a good Idea to get adjustable links so you can set pinion and caster angle. and the panard bar will have to be shorten or be adjustable, to corect the centering of the axle. I dont recomend cutting springs or heat. Air bags would give the best ride and you would be able to lift the jeep or lower it so you could get in easier.
Have fun with your jeep Customise it how YOU want it .