Lower...yes, LOWER an H3?
 

Lots of threads about lifting H3s here. Anyone try lowering one? I didn't buy my 2007 H3 Lux for off road. 90% Interstate travel. I think because its the luxury model, it can be a bit unstable on the highway in curves. Even slight curves it feels like the slightest movement could would cause it to lose grip since the COG is so high.
I know..."whad'ya buy a hummer for?" I get passed by soccer moms in suburbans in curves while I death grip the wheel. It's not the driver either, I used to do sports car racing, so 160 mph is familiar territory...as is some pretty spectacular crashes.
The seat is part of the problem...it doesn't hold the driver in place well, so you tend to feel unplanted. So I'm wondering about putting shorter, stiffer springs in. I think it would be an interesting 'urban' look as well.
Okay...stop snickering. Any thoughts?

What sports car did you drive that got 160 mpg? :)

Cant imagine why no body posted on lowering an H3, but then i cant imagine someone lowering an H2 but for some reason they do.

Sorry, I can't stop snickering...
Really, it's a matter of preference, I suppose. Lowering a H3, or H2 for that matter seems a bit like chewing up your concrete driveway to put in gravel instead.
Just my 2 cents.

Yeah....SO.....:p

I'm with you, stabwound17. I'm lowering mine, as well. Did the off-road thing and have the pics to prove it. Not feeling it. Just not my idea of a good time. I purchased the H3 because I wanted it, not for the off-road capability. And now I want to lower it. And yes . . . I'm putting it on 24's. And I'm blinging the hell out of it, too. Know you ALL can't wait to see the pics!! J/K.

I know most of you guys and gals don't really approve. But I do know that some of y'all must have some kind of experience, or knowledge, to share with us regarding the Ground Force 1"x3" drop. Or just lowering the H3, in general.

I'll even beg. Please? <---- That's me begging.

*For those that can't stand guys like us that want to lower our beloved H3's, you'll be glad to know that not even the local off-road shop would assist me. Seriously. Emailed 4-Wheel Parts here in Austin at least 3 times now. No answer. I even called. After telling the guy on the phone what I was wanting, he put me on hold and never came back on. And they sell the Ground Force product! Most likely much to their dismay.

Just thought you off-road guys would appreciate that story.

I had a SIMILAR problem getting my Rig lowered!!! It was even by a FRIEND OF MINE!!!!:D He owns a local 4X4 shop called JEEP DOCTOR, and I had to BEG HIM to lower my H2!!!!

Anyhoo.......I did the Ground Force Kit for my H2 and it's been GREAT!!! Have had it for 3 years now with NO PROBS......

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Good one! Now i know why i dont watch Unique Whips any more!

im a supporter of lowering any kind of car .. hummer or not

i think lowered cars looks GOOD especially on large vehicles

Ride quality . . . ?
 

HummBob - VERY clean. Definitely like what you've done. Has real sharp lines. How did the lowering affect the overall ride quality? Any cleaner? Or, more rigid and bumpy?

3bo0odi - I agree. Just think it gives them a more stout appearance. Looks like it just hovers across the pavement.

Still no one with any input on lowering an H3? See them all over cardomain. Those guys just never answer back.

Thanks......I like the FEEL of the ride BETTER NOW......Very FIRM with no body roll.....

I dropped my G on 20's. When i get my Hummer in a few monthes im lifting it a couple inches for 35s. I just cant see my vehicles in any other light.

Ye haw! You'd wruther grab the ol lady, a case of pabst, n mozy on out to that thar holler n get muddin, eh?

:D

Exactly the improvement I'm looking for. Its not about the look for me. Personally, I'm not in to the oversize rims and the low profiles.

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one looking at lowering...or at least open minded about it.

Thanks HummBob, hollywould, et. al.

You do not need to lift the H3 to put 35" tires on it. Look at TINKED's and you will see.

Ur right. I shoulda said level. I want to level the front a couple inches. I even thought Id go 295/75/16 and maybe id avoid the trans searching issues ive read about with 35s and still go slightly larger than 285.

id assume lowering it would improve gas milaege on the highway possibly. i mean simple physics right? if its lower to the ground theres less wind resistance and you also have a lower center of gravity wich would really help the handling.
thats my two cents.

There is a sticky about Necro bumping old threads...perhaps you should go read it...