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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 01:15 PM
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I have a 2004 fx4 with a 2.5" leveling kit and 33" cooper tires. Anywhere I drive I feel every bump in the road. Need new tires soon and Ideas on how to fix this problem or just deal with it
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 02:24 PM
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Check and see if you have rubber or foam like body mounts to the frame. They might be deteriorated.
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 02:33 PM
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Probably has a lot to do with leveling kit. They tend to make for a stiffer ride
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 03:14 PM
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Moved to 04'-08' section.
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 03:57 PM
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Have you changed your shocks?
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 04:13 PM
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Almost bald tires will kill your ride big time!! How much air are you running in them
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 08:52 PM
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Got 50 lbs that's wat they rated at
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 09:23 PM
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There's your problem. Put them at 35psi
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Old Apr 22, 2013 | 11:08 PM
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Put them to 35 drove it and still haven't noticed a difference
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Old Apr 23, 2013 | 06:27 AM
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What is the load rating of your tires? Heavy load rated tires will ride more harshly.
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