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Handling ImprovementsTechnical discussions regarding sport suspensions, performance sway bars, shock absorbers, lowering kits and handling improvement systems.
This is a discussion thread titled "I want a smooth riding Tundra", within the Handling Improvements forum, part of the Technical & Vehicle Assistance Forums category.
Do you have the TRD option? I believe the non-TRD's ride smoother. But don't take my word for it....I have never been in another Tundra except mine.
No TRD option. The truck seems to be sitting lower in the front and it seems a bit rough going over bumps.
What about an airbag system? I already have a 100% duty compressor and a 5 gallon tank for my air horns and air chuck.
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__________________ 2006 Tundra,double cab, Limited, with the TRD package. It is Spectra Blue Mica. UPGRADES: all lights are PIAA's, Gaylords X-2000 hard tonneau cover, and I have an extra 4 ports hard wired in.
Seriously? there isn't a smoother riding option than stock?
Unfortunately 99% of aftermarket suspension parts make a firmer ride, as this is always what the sport truck crowd wants, and these are the folks who tend to mod the most. The only parts I have come across that actually gave a smoother ride were Edelbrock IAS shocks and BFG Velvet Rides, which are rubber leaf spring inserts. This was some years ago and on domestic trucks though.
One thing you can look into is tires and tire pressure. Have a look at the reviews at Tirerack and see which tires folks prefer for ride smoothness. Compare your current tire to others in the same given size.
Tires could have some to do with it, get a p rated tire thats well known for smooth ride would help.
But really mine rides smooth already. Are you that spoiled by the smoothness already that you think it rides rough. Go drive a anouther truck and then get back in yours and see how smooth it really is.
I've got the same exact truck. From the day I bought it the ride has seemed jouncy and rough. My test drive with a salesman was in a TRD - I think I lost all the fillings in my teeth on that one! I just assumed the non-TRD would ride softer and more comfortable - not so.
Now I have to say the truck redeemed itself for when I put the Helwig anti-sway bar on it became a canyon-carver. Bring on those freeway on-ramps!
Having driven BMWs for years prior to the Tundra I felt I had found the best handling pickup around.
I can live with the less-than-perfectly-smooth ride.
George60
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One thing you can look into is tires and tire pressure. Have a look at the reviews at Tirerack and see which tires folks prefer for ride smoothness. Compare your current tire to others in the same given size.
Bought the BF Goodrich Long Trails
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i think tire pressure may contribute most to the smoothness and bump absorbing quality of the ride. if your tire sidewall is stiff enough, try airing down in 5 psi increments front separate from back to see if you can get the balance you are looking for. be careful, of course, that you don't go too low where a tire can roll off the rim (usually you are safe to go down to 1/2 the max pressure posted on the sidewall or possibly lower). your gas mpg and cornering will suffer a bit, but the ride will definitely be much more forgiving on the straight highway stuff - especially in the fronts where you feel it the most.
i know it sounds contradictory, but i actually get a smooter ride from shorter sidewall tires with good build quality and running lower psi. you'll have to invest in a tire specifically sized for this goal next time you purchase new rubber. you can't air down a regular 65 series tire without getting a lot of roll in corners. but moving to 55 or 50 series with a good sidewal and possibly inching up your rim size plus running lower pressure gives a nice combination of forgiveness on bumps plus decent handling on corners.
You're ride is probably rough because the shocks are toast. They would also account for you're front being noticeably lower. I contacted edelbrock before I replaced mine with the stock bilsteins (3 month ago) and they do not make them for the tundra. Which is too bad, because they're sweet shocks, I had them on my old grand cherokee.
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I had Bilsteins and pulled them. Too stiff for my liking. I used Tokico's . The ride is comfortable. MAke sure the air pressure is not cranked up on the tires. I run 30lbs.
You're ride is probably rough because the shocks are toast. They would also account for you're front being noticeably lower. quote]
Would the shocks be covered under warranty? I bought the extednded warranty from the posting here.
I've never heard of a warranty that covers shocks. They're considered "normal wear" items, like tires and brakes. Shocks are expected to wear at about 50k. Now, if you had a new vehicle and one blew out at say 20k, that would be a different story.
The toyota shocks are about $85ea. (bilsteins) I paid $120 install at a local shop, call around some shops will charge over $200. I got my shocks $56ea. (%10 above dealer cost), since my cousin works there.
I think you'll be happy with ride once the shocks are replaced.
(BTW) I love the bilsteins. I don't find them stiff at all, and they tighten up the ride.
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I want a smooth riding Tundra
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Re: I want a smooth riding Tundra
2006 Tundra,double cab, Limited, with the TRD package. It is Spectra Blue Mica. UPGRADES: all lights are PIAA's, Gaylords X-2000 hard tonneau cover, and I have an extra 4 ports hard wired in.
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