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Improving ride on a single axle truck.

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by pete349, May 10, 2016.

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  1. May 10, 2016 #1
    pete349

    pete349 Bobtail Member

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    I have an 86 peterbilt 349 single axle (about 170 inch wheelbase ) that rides really rough. I know the shocks are probably shot. Can anyone tell me if there is something I can do to improve the ride besides new shocks? My father in law has a single axle cab over frightliner with about the same wheel base and it rides pretty nice. Thanks
     
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  3. May 10, 2016 #2
    JReding

    JReding Road Train Member

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    Do you have air or spring ride?
     
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  4. May 10, 2016 #3
    No Clutch

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    It's time for a suspension swap!
     
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  5. May 10, 2016 #4
    ExOTR

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    Replace the shocks, and try to find an salvaged air ride suspension
     
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  7. May 10, 2016 #5
    realdesertkickin

    realdesertkickin Heavy Load Member

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    Put a 53 full of mattresses on it!!!



    (sorry, i had nothing of substance to offer)
     
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  8. May 10, 2016 #6
    MACK E-6

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    That, and how is the cab mounted?

    If the cab is rigid mounted, that alone will make a truck a beater.
     
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  9. May 10, 2016 #7
    pete349

    pete349 Bobtail Member

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    It has the air Trac rear end. Is that the problem? What suspension would you recommend?
     
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  10. May 10, 2016 #8
    pete349

    pete349 Bobtail Member

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    It does have a cab mate
     
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  11. May 10, 2016 #9
    pete349

    pete349 Bobtail Member

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    It has the air trac
     
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  12. May 11, 2016 #10
    MACK E-6

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    Air ride suspension AND an air ride cab, and you're still dealing with a rough ride?

    Hmmm... I'd say start with replacing the shocks.
     
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