Improving ride quality - suggestions?

[Orcusomega]

So I just moved from a F150 to a 350 PSD SRW, and while it tows like a dream, I have received some complaints from the matrimonial unit that the ride is a bit harsh.

Yes, **I** know its a truck! not a car, but when momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy 🙂

The TV has what I believe to be the stock rear springs as well as air assist bags, and Rancho shocks on all four corners. The ride improves with the air out of the bags in the rear, but I get a lot more occilation...

Suggestions?

Thanks!
bob

[sljkansas]

I notice if my tires are at 80lbs the truck rides rougher that if I run 75lbs. also as others have posted, New shocks may be in order.

[rhagfo]

If you reduce the bags and get more osculations on bumps, the Rancho's are shot. I would replace them with Bilstien 5100's. That is what I have on my truck and yes the ride is firm, but no osculations, I don't run or need bags.

[carringb]

I went with this solution:
http://www.sulastic.com/

They are great for removing harshness. They won't make the side softer, just remove the harshness of bad road surfaces, expansion joints, etc.

Also, be sure you aren't running too much tire pressure for the load you actually carry. If you aren't fully loaded to max GAWR, you don't need the full amounts listed on the tire inflation placard.

[mark5w]

Try the Roadmaster Active Suspension. It does not give a harsh ride, helps with side to side motion. Check out website. RAS
I like mine( and so the the DW)