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Old 05-04-2009
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Smoother Ride?

so my truck is the off road package. has AAL in back. i also cranked the t-bars to level out the truck. i understand the front will be a stiffer ride,,, but the back is a bit stiff. will new shocks help that out? if so what should i get? when i go over bumps my back bounces a whole hell of alot.... just a thought
 
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Shocks would help. Are your tire pressures ok?
 
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yep. 35 psi. its an 01 with stock shocks
 
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remove the AAL and lower the bars problem solved
 
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AAL will always make the rear ride stiffer. Get some longer shackles and take the AAL out.
 
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larger tires help some.. more rubber
 
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Originally Posted by Redneckstone
remove the AAL and lower the bars problem solved
People don't seem to get this...
Crank up the pre-load on the torsion bars and stiffen the rear springs, of course it's going to ride rough!
You will get some help in the rear if you pull the AAL and use a longer shackle, as mentioned.
 
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Buy a car.
 
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