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1996 Peterbilt 379 Rough ride between 65 and 75

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by Thin line trucking, May 5, 2022.

  1. May 5, 2022 #1
    Thin line trucking

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    379 Pete bounces really bad at speeds around 65 to 75 could it be tires or a bother issue
     
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  3. May 5, 2022 #2
    BoxCarKidd

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    Search block at top right. Ask in different ways. Lots of info there.
     
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  4. May 6, 2022 #3
    A5¢

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    Did this come on a at once? Any work done? New tires, drivetrain work, suspension parts replaced, alignment? Did you hit something?
     
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  5. May 6, 2022 #4
    Thin line trucking

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    I just bought the truck it does have new “ dog bones “ on both rears tires look in pretty good shape not new but good tread could it be that they need balanced ?
     
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  7. May 6, 2022 #5
    blairandgretchen

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    I'd start with balancing all tires.
     
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  8. May 6, 2022 #6
    Thin line trucking

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    That was my thought it rides smooth at about 55 get over that and it’s not so smooth
     
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  9. May 6, 2022 #7
    blairandgretchen

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    What he said ^^^

    There’s a ton of threads from all of us chasing issues with vibration/bounce.

    Most will be in the garage forum.

    Chasing ride issues can be challenging.
     
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