mikestoick

In what ways are jeepers shedding weight on their jk? In most situations i think it can be concluded that it is ideal to have a jeep as light as possible (maybe not in others). So, how have we lost weight? Personally i have removed my back seat. Thats about it. I am looking for ways to compensate for when i fab up bumpers and rails. Please share!

Battlefrog21

Honestly, it's almost impossible. Aftermarket parts -- skid plates, tires, bumpers etc etc are going to add weight. I removed the backseat in my JKU, but didn't notice much or any difference.

Billbikes

Stubby bumpers will weigh less than full. They're heavier than stock. You can save weight by using aluminum rather than steel.
In truth most jeeps are better served by heavier duty add ons rather lighter weight, if you're going to see any rocks.

Gforce!

I'm not really worried about weight in the jeep, it's not super heavy, and when off-roading where I live, weight helps; since in Kentucky, everything is muddy hills and rocks. I'd be more worried about the rotational weight of the tires.

SabrToothSqrl

the more weight the smoother the ride...

i just bolted on 60 lbs of skid plates this week.

Sway bar motor and engine/trans skid.

Battlefrog21

What did you go with for sway bar motor? I've been looking at the body armor 4x4 skid

jadmt

if you are running stock bumper the mopar skid is well made and easy to mount and not terrible heavy.

Battlefrog21

Looks good... How much did it run you?

jadmt

I ordered it thru one of the discount mopar places I think it was around $200 give or take. just do a google search for mopar disconnect skid or something similar.

Battlefrog21

Was thinking about trying to make my own. I'll still check it out though -- thanks!