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05-16-2009, 01:33 PM
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ride ?
just bought this 1975 k10 with a 4 inch lift and 33 in tires is it normal to feel that bouncy on any little bump ,i think the bench seat dont help either i love the truck is there any way to make it a little less bouncy or im just use to driving my 05 denali.
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05-16-2009, 07:47 PM
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Grease Monkey
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Re: ride ?
Not to be mean, But are you kidding me! You are comparing a old 1975 4x4 with a 4" lift to a newer SUV that is made for comfort with a possible air ride suspension. You are use to the Denali! Lifted trucks are stiff and you will feel every bump, pothole and crack in the road. Depending on the amount of lift, the higher you go the more road you'll feel. I the only way to improve your ride is go with a air suspension.
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05-17-2009, 01:17 AM
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Re: ride ?
i dont mean to be a complainer just wondering if it is normal i know its not gonna ride like my denali in no way,
 its my first lifted truck i was wondering if it was normal im just learning about these trucks.
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05-17-2009, 01:40 AM
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Re: ride ?
my truck you will hit you head on the roof if u roll over a nickel....or a prius
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05-17-2009, 07:58 AM
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just can't cover up my redneck
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Re: ride ?
The "bouncy" part comes from the seat. The idea was to somewhat isolate the people from the stiffness of the suspension.....so you can get rid of the bouncy by changing to a later model seat, BUT, there is always a but.
If you do that you will feel every bump in the road, like you are driving a steam roller.
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05-17-2009, 12:46 PM
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Re: ride ?
theres a few off road parks out here in nor cal and plan on doing some mild off roading how do you guys contol the steering and avoid bouncing off the roof at the same time?
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05-17-2009, 01:22 PM
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just can't cover up my redneck
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Re: ride ?
....ah, seatbelts?
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05-17-2009, 02:55 PM
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Re: ride ?
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On a side note, don't take anything said personally. This one of the kinder forums on the net. We'll help you get up to speed on things.
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05-18-2009, 12:58 AM
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Re: ride ?
none taken.i like to ask alot of questions even if they sound dumb its better to ask then be sorry later.
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05-18-2009, 06:35 AM
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Re: ride ?
I agree with seat belts.It doesn`t take any modifications to off road a 4wd.it just sounds like you need to get used to what you have.
People ask me all the time: Q: Doesn`t that truck ride rough? A: Yes,and I love it.If I wanted smooth I`d drive a car.I can always air down. Q: Aren`t those tires noisy? A: Yes,and I love it.Why put street tires on a 4wd? Q: how does that thing handle? A: Like a 4wd.Especially off road.On exit ramps it handles like a Vette. Q: Don`t those tires ride rough? A: No,that would be the suspension`s job.I balance my tires and the extra sidewall provides extra cushion. Q: How`s that thing on the hiway? A: About like a car off road. 
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05-18-2009, 08:32 AM
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Re: ride ?
he he he i have to add one to special k's list
Q. How's the gas mileage? A. I diddn,t buy it for economy i bought it for FUN!
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05-19-2009, 11:25 PM
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Re: ride ?
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 thats awosome! who needs fuel economy when you can have FUN!!!
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05-20-2009, 11:16 AM
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Special Order
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Re: ride ?
I have to ask people,"Why did you buy a 4wd with tires that will get you stuck???"
Or... "Why did you get a 4wd with higher gound clearance,then hang those tubes(steps,or whatever) off of it that kill your ground clearance?" i either want a 4wd that justifies itself or I`ll rely on my driving ability with a 2wd that`s more practicle for where we drive all the time...on the road.
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