A dependable and highly efficient steering and suspension system for usage both on and off the road is created by the Jeep Wrangler JK using a straightforward mix of control arms, brackets, and rods. Jeep Wrangler JKs are very easy to alter for off-road use, and the possibilities are practically unlimited. Although this suspension system is quite simple, there are a few things that every person should fully comprehend before selecting Jeep Wrangler JK lift kits.
Control Arms
Lifting a Jeep will force the axles to shift toward the center of the car since standard Jeep control arms are a set length. When you install adjustable control arms, you may move the axles back outward and correct the tilt that would have occurred if you had used the standard, non-adjustable control arms.
Your steering wheel will return to center more quickly after turning if your control arms are adjusted for caster. Lifting your Jeep by more than 3 inches without caster correction may cause the front caster angles to become more negative, resulting in “flighty” steering. The best way to solve this issue is to look for JK lift kits on sale.
Shocks
Companies who create best-quality Jeep Wrangler JK lift kits specifically often use shocks that account for the Jeep’s weight. Some producers provide raise kits without shocks so that you may purchase better or more adjustable shocks separately. Shock extensions are a cheap technique to extend downward travel and are frequently included in cheaper lift packages. Even though they function, if the Jeep’s suspension is set up to use the entire shock’s range of motion, they limit upward movement.
