Datsun510Boy Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 I'm looking to make my ride a little smoother . well a lot smoother i feel every bump i go across i know my shocks and struts are shot so that and any suggestions id like to know please . thinking control arms and bushings also ? Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 Tires are also part of the ride. Some can transmit road noise and tar bumps more than others. Run your air pressure as low as recommended on the sidewall. DO NOT run under inflated. Try for a 'softer' tire next time. Has someone cut your springs in an attempt to lower the ride height? This will raise the spring rate, usually this is preferred for handling. Stock driver's seat or some cobbled together after market POS??? A 'racing' seat may be a bit firm for the average driver more concerned with comfort. Replace the rear shocks and put new inserts in the front strut.... this will give the most bang for the buck 1 Quote Link to comment
heretic Posted March 28, 2014 Report Share Posted March 28, 2014 everything Mike said AND not to mention its a 43 year old "economy car" it will always be loud & bumpy by todays standard. Today's cheapest car most likely rides smoother & quieter than a 1971 Cadillac. Quote Link to comment
Datsun510Boy Posted March 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 i was thinking just some new shocks and strut suggestions . something a little smoother i don't expect it to ride like a new caddilac or something but just not to hear a loud bang when i run over a pebble in the road lol . . Quote Link to comment
freetheoranges Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 I had been running blown front struts for a year and a half... no biggie... just installed 280zx front struts (pick a year) and add a little over an inch in spacers wrapped in electrical tape and taped to the bottom of the strut... add a little 20W if you are out of fluid .. The ride on the front feels 35% better but i think i need better springs in the rear... (squaky) 1 Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Shocks take the harshness out of a spring suspension. They resist sudden compression and expansion of the springs. Without them, wheels are just like basketballs and would bounce right off the road going over bumps at speed. Smoother is relative. Too soft a spring and the car will be mushy in handling and wander in corners needing constant steering input to keep on course. It will seem to tip to the outside on turns and dive when braking. A properly sprung car with good and well damped suspension is a joy to drive. Cars tend to be slightly soft to provide for the most driver's comfort. Most will be a compromise of comfort over handling. In most cases slightly firmer makes driving more enjoyable with a minimum of comfort loss. 2 Quote Link to comment
Datsun510Boy Posted February 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2015 thanks I'm going to do this already found shocks and struts but what do i need the 20w oil for again @freetheoranges ? Quote Link to comment
Dolomite Posted February 9, 2015 Report Share Posted February 9, 2015 The oil is for heat transfer if running inserts in the front, pour it in between the insert and housing to about an inch or so from the top of the insert. 2 Quote Link to comment
Datsun510Boy Posted February 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2015 ok thanks for that info . Quote Link to comment
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