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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 12:58 PM
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a 3" BDS lift with 18" rims running on 35" Mickey T's. And although I didnt expect to get a factory ride out of this I didnt expect my JK to be riding this rough either. When I drive it it feels very rigid and stiff. Was wondering what is causing this and if there is anyway to dampen this down. Im pretty new to the JK experience but Im loving it nonetheless.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:00 PM
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What's your tire pressure?
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:07 PM
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running about 45 psi
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Raf
running about 45 psi
You might consider running about 28 or 30. That should help the ride quality.
Check out this thread about doing a chalk test to find the best tire pressure for your vehicle. Tire Pressures 45 #s is a lot.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Raf
running about 45 psi
Wow! You're going to run the "centers" out of those brand new shoes if you don't air down a little.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:15 PM
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Oh yeah! Congratulations! Send Pics!
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:16 PM
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Well I guess I shall be running outside in this frigid weather now and deflating. Thanks fellas and if that doesnt work?
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:17 PM
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Yeah, drop your air pressure but be careful to go too low (< 27 PSI) because the load capacity of the tires goes down with the air pressure and so does MPG.

It's OK for crawling, but it can be unsafe at highway speeds.

Also, give your suspension and shocks a few weeks (or more) to break in.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:20 PM
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 01:22 PM
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Well I was mainly talking about driving on roads and highways. And will be taking it on a long trip tomm morn. Should I still deflate to 28 psi?
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