Shocks for a plusher ride?

[edved796]

Hi folks,

First post here. Apologies up front if this has been addressed elsewhere; if it has, I haven't been able to find it.

Any suggestions for shocks (and springs?) that could make the ride softer on my 2017 Tahoe LT with ZW7 suspension code (73K miles)? The ride is horrible to me; harsh and jarring in town (but fine on the highway). Speed humps send me into a different dimension. I had an '04 Tahoe LT that was smooth and plush; it just floated over bumps and speed humps. I'm trying to get closer to that ride. Mind-boggling to me how much worse my current Tahoe's ride is.

I realize tires and tire size can impact the ride. My '04 had the stock 17s, but my '17 has the with 18s. Seems like this could explain some difference, but not this much. Tires are Michelin Defender LTX M/S.

Thanks a lot for your help!

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please.

Have you had the shocks checked out to see what condition they are in? That is the first place that I would look, before doing anything else.

I don't think that 18" vs. 17" wheels would make a significant difference, and the Michelin Defender tires are an excellent tire. What tire size are you running?

 

[edved796]

Thanks for your reply, and I do hope to participate!

Attached the only pic I have at the moment, but can get you pics of the suspension later, if that's what you want to see.

I did have the suspension checked by my long-time shop, and they said it all checked out fine. Tire size is 265/65/18.

Thanks again!