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JJ
Dodge Dakota
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2/19/2002
10:39:38
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 Subject: Do I need new shocks?
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I’ve noticed lately that the rear of my truck has been skidding out from under me when I drive over a series of small bumps. I’ve always known this to happen on washboards, but it’s happening now on the highway.
For instance, this morning on the highway I drove over a bridge and where the bridge meets the road the back end swung out. My friend said that it was doing this because the center of gravity was raised due to the 3” body lift I did.
My truck has 38000 kms (23600 miles) on it and factory shocks.
Any suggestions?
JJ
2000 4.7L 4x4
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BB2DAK
Dodge Dakota
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2/19/2002
12:20:02
| RE: Do I need new shocks?
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It may be time for some new shocks.
However, first check the air pressure in the rear tires. Set the pressure to what is specified in the owners manual, NOT based on the MAX PRESS. listed on the side of the tire.
When I inflated my tires close to MAX PRESS, the amount of bounce while driving greatly increased.
I noticed that the prssure listed in the owners manual was approximately 8 psi less than the pressure on the tire.
It makes a BIG difference in handling on the truck.
2001 Quad Cab SLT+ 4.7L, 5-Spd, 3.55 Lsd
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Autolite 3923's, IAT Adjuster, K&N Drop-in w/modified intake
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JJ
Dodge Dakota
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2/19/2002
13:05:13
| RE: Do I need new shocks?
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Thanks, I'll check the pressure. I think that they are at the max rated pressure.
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