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Old Nov 22, 2006 | 03:05 PM
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Is there a way to tame the harshness of the ride in my '89? It's been mine since new, only has 39,000 miles, looks GREAT, but I
still can't over how badly it rides. I know, "they're supposed to be that way," but I have to believe that with all the technology that
has come our way in the last 17 years, there must be some tweaks to smooth things out a bit. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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Old Nov 22, 2006 | 03:20 PM
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Bliestien gas shox. New bushings. Lower the car well it seems like it helps smooth out. Good tires. Repad your seats.
 
Old Nov 23, 2006 | 04:20 AM
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Try lowering the tire pressure. Even though the tires are rated up to say maybe 50psi, you should only fill them to what the sticker says on the door. I think its around 35 psi. Just lowering them a couple psi can make a huge difference.
 
Old Nov 23, 2006 | 12:36 PM
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Really? Ill try that. I mean my cars still rough becuz when I hit uneven road. WOW. It shows definatley that I am a male.[X(]....Thanks for the tip.
 
Old Nov 28, 2006 | 09:35 PM
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My 92 rides really rough also (probably the worst riding car I have ever owned - but still a Vette!). Not much will improve the ride, at least from what I have found. I normally run 34psi year round and have BF Goodrich tires. Local Vette guru assures me that there is really no cure as the C4s have a much harsher ride than the newer years.
 
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