Google Links

» Wheel & Tire Center

» Log in
User Name:

Password:

Not a member yet?
Register Now!
Sponsors

Sponsors


Go Back   NissanForums.com :: Nissan Forum > Technical > Suspension & Brakes
Register Home Forum Gallery Active Topics Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Suspension & Brakes Technical discussion about suspension and brakes

       
Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
Old Jul 7th, 2003, 10:11 AM   #1 (permalink)
trailblazer
NissanForums Newbie
 
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 4
truck suspension

I bought a '93 Nissan truck, then gave my Mazda truck to my son. I noticed the Nissan rides a lot "harder" than the Mazda, really mirroring all the imperfections in the road surface. Recently, a mechanic at a tire shop said he thought the hard ride might be caused by the front suspension being jacked up to make the truck look level (rather than nose pointing slightly down). He said to take it to a mechanic who can remove the spacers installed on the suspension and then have the front end realigned. I'm curious as to whether this makes sense to anyone out there or has anyone heard of this kind of situation affecting the vehicle ride. Thanks!
trailblazer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old Jul 7th, 2003, 12:26 PM   #2 (permalink)
Skinny G
Nefarious Nissan
 
Skinny G's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2002
Location: Canada, eh!
Posts: 168
Your '93 uses torsion bars for springs in the front - easily adjusted by turning a wrench, and yes it will need to be aligned afterward.

I don't think changing the ride height is going to affect the compliance of the suspension in any way. I have found that the Nissan's always ride a bit more "harsh" than other import pickups. I rather enjoy it, as it feels more like a purpose-full truck than a mushy car.

Try changing the tires - see how many plies are in the tire already. If it's an "LT" tire (as opposed to a "P" tire), it's going to be a much more harsh a ride. Going to a P tire (as in P215/75R15, not LT215/75R15) will probably make the ride softer, but with a reduced load capacity.

Heavy duty shocks will aslo make the ride harder, but you will be better off keeping the heavier shocks in - the truck will be much more stable at speed with a load.

Good luck!~

G
__________________
Lose 1000lbs - ask me how! The Lethal Locost
Skinny G is offline   Reply With Quote
Old Dec 1st, 2003, 03:48 PM   #3 (permalink)
Z-71
Sorta-Newbie
 
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Dallas, Texas
Posts: 21
Send a message via Yahoo to Z-71
I've heard of the same thing. If you have independent front suspension and if the torsion bars are cranked way up, it will produce a stiffer ride. To fix it all you do is release the bolts a little bit, which will lower your front end about an inch to two, and you must do an realignment too. Good luck to you, hope this helps.
__________________
Team Nvus Car Club
Vice President
www.teamnvus.com
Z-71 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old Dec 2nd, 2003, 02:26 PM   #4 (permalink)
Wont Be Beat
Nissan Enthusiast
 
Join Date: Sep 2002
Posts: 219
Send a message via AIM to Wont Be Beat
A harsh ride will come primarily from the dampers.

__________________
Accordingly Done
Wont Be Beat is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

  NissanForums.com :: Nissan Forum > Technical > Suspension & Brakes



Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.0 RC2

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:44 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.6.8
Copyright ©2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.0.0
© 2006 NissanForums.Com