RE: IML: Bias vs Radials

["Rob McCall" <Rob_Mopar@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Rob,

I agree with the others, the harshness may be from the KYB's.  I love those
shocks, and I have used them in everything so far.  But I prefer a sportier
ride in most of my vehicles.

Which Goodyears are you running (Do you get a family discount?)?  The design
of the tire will make a difference in ride quality as well.  As an extreme
example, and all terrain truck tire will ride rougher than a passenger car
tire.  The tire pressure will make a difference too.  Just don't air them
down below a safe range.

What tires are on your Ford?  What size?  If it has a 5-lug pattern, they
may just it your Imperial.  It might be worth experimenting and swap the
tires from the truck to the car and see how it rides.

Rob McCall
'67 LeBaron

-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:mailing-list-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Rob Goodyear
Sent: Friday, December 10, 2004 4:13 PM
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Subject: IML: Bias vs Radials

Why not throw in my two cents.

I have had the front-end completely rebuilt and shocks
replaced (new KYB) on my 64 crown coupe.  I have been
running on a new, matched set of Goodyear radial tires
for about 4 years (2-3K miles at most).  Overall, the
ride is harsh and not as soft as the ride was when I
bought the crown with bias ply tires.  The
handling/cornering, however, is perfect.

I regret to say that the ride quality on my 94 Ford
150 w/100K miles and vinyl bench seats is much softer
than driving my 64 crown coupe.  Thus, I am
considering switching to the best quality bias ply
tires.


Rob Goodyear
rob1964cc@xxxxxxxxx
64 Crown Coupe + 1/2 of a 64 Crown 4-Dr.






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