So I'm definitely replacing the rear coils, front shocks, and the front torsion bars...

Will factory parts get the job done? Or should I step up my game if I'm looking to make my truck have a smoother ride? Right now, I assume everything is basically shot, which makes the ride ridiculous whenever I hit a bump.

Input appreciated, as always.

 

theres really no reason to replace the front T-bars.

I'd do front shocks, rear shocks and get some coils that level the rear out, if its sagging. if not. just do shocks.

 

Agreed, if the T-Bars are weaker from age, tighten them up a bit. New rear springs. OEM or aftermarket of the same spring rate. New shocks. Maybe check your bushings while under there.

 

Old Man Emu makes a nice kit. I have their stock replacement Nitrocharger shocks at all four corners, steering stabilizer (VERY nice upgrade for the highspeed washboard!), and some MOOG medium duty rear coils. Stock torsion bars.

It isn't super cushy hitting bumps around town... but my tires are at 34psi. It feels very planted and in control in all weather and various terrain.

I hear bad things about Pro-Comp shocks, and Rancho shocks. Bilstein is another GOOD choice though. Most people willing to spend a bit more go Bilstein or Old Man Emu.

 

Thanks for the advice guys.

I think I'll replace all the coils with the stock coils, as well as the front shocks. I've never felt the car on new shocks and coils, so hopefully it will be a change.

The way it rides right now is very poor. On flat roads, sure, it's fine. But a few bumps and me and my passengers are in for an earthquake.

I'll see if I can tighten the torsion bars if these changes don't help much afterwards. And I'll check the bushings as well.

Thanks again!

 

Whole thread stickied on lifting 2nd gens

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Yeah I read through that thread, but I wasn't looking for a lift. More a ride quality boost.