Suspension Bounce
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Recently installed some Z71 springs on my TB. Rear suspension has significant bounce to it now. I assume people are adding more weight in rear to counteract the added springiness.
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What shocks are you running?
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djthumper wrote:What shocks are you running?
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Bounce or stiffness? I think what you are feeling is the stiffness of the springs which is giving you a harsher ride. Normally that is taken care of with added weight in the rear. You could also run a slightly lower tire pressure. That is the very reason I don't really recommend the Z71s unless you haul extra weight or a heavy trailer at all. A lot of people don't like the harsher ride.
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Carry some weight in the back (tools, recovery gear) and the ride will improve.
Or if you want, come up to Vantuckey and take a ride in my SAS Yota. THAT thing has a shitty highway ride. You'll be crying for your TB in minutes.
Or if you want, come up to Vantuckey and take a ride in my SAS Yota. THAT thing has a shitty highway ride. You'll be crying for your TB in minutes.
I own too many vehicles now. Let's leave it at that.
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I have the same bds 5500 and z71 springs with no bounce but yes it is a little stiff, but that is offset with weight in the rear.
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If you're truly talking about oscillation (which is what we take when you say "bounce"), adding weight will only make it oscillate more. Shocks are your only remedy, but seeing as you have 5500, I doubt that is your issue, unless they are defective or very old.
If you're experiencing hard impacts from bumps, then yes, you just need some weight back there. You should always be prepared for the zombies anyways, so it sounds like you may need to get some gear in order!
If you're experiencing hard impacts from bumps, then yes, you just need some weight back there. You should always be prepared for the zombies anyways, so it sounds like you may need to get some gear in order!
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