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I have a factory 2005 Corvette with F-55 Magnetic Ride suspension option and Love it. Have you checked your tire pressures? Too high? Or maybe you need to replace those tires? Non runflat tires run more quiet and do give a more comfortable quiet ride over runflats. I switched over to non-runflat tires and didn't look back. They last longer too. Also could be where you live that has torn up roads full of potholes.
Has the suspension been modified? Parts worn out? Are you the original owner or did you buy the car used that was totally modified?
You could always trade it in for a 1970's Cadillac boulevard cruise bucket. Even though there would be no handling to speak of you'll feel like you are riding on a cloud. Completely different than what a sports car feels like.
You could always trade it in for a 1970's Cadillac boulevard cruise bucket. Even though there would be no handling to speak of you'll feel like you are riding on a cloud. Completely different than what a sports car feels like.
How about t hat 2005 Buick Ultra Park Ave. front wheel drive with supercharger it's super comfortable with a marshmellow ride.
How about t hat 2005 Buick Ultra Park Ave. front wheel drive with supercharger it's super comfortable with a marshmellow ride.
I bet it rides smooth but there is a 70 year old minimum age to drive a Buick. I’m hoping you don’t have one due to the fact I just insulted you if you’re under 70
I bet it rides smooth but there is a 70 year old minimum age to drive a Buick. I’m hoping you don’t have one due to the fact I just insulted you if you’re under 70
Age got nothing to do with it. You want a cushy ride with these messed up roads this one will float you through and isolate those bumps in the roads.
Age got nothing to do with it. You want a cushy ride with these messed up roads this one will float you through and isolate those bumps in the roads.
I’ve got one vehicle that rides fairly smooth, my wife’s XT6. My new Denali HD diesel rides...well...like a truck, Corvette rough and work vans drive live HD vans. I’m pretty well screwed all around but my wife is good to go. 😂
I’ve got one vehicle that rides fairly smooth, my wife’s XT6. My new Denali HD diesel rides...well...like a truck, Corvette rough and work vans drive live HD vans. I’m pretty well screwed all around but my wife is good to go. 😂
Did you replace with the same tire? I have Michelin Pilot PS2 ZP on mine and it's time to replace them. Looking for a quieter tire in a run flat, but not sure if there is another make out there that's better. Maybe just being a new tire with more trad will quiet them down.
Did you replace with the same tire? I have Michelin Pilot PS2 ZP on mine and it's time to replace them. Looking for a quieter tire in a run flat, but not sure if there is another make out there that's better. Maybe just being a new tire with more trad will quiet them down.
You would think by now they make run flat tires ride alot more quieter and comfortable due to technology. Ditto on $$$ cost $$$ of RF vs. non RF. I know with the C-5 Z06 fixed roof coupe they did not use run flats on their top performance model. That is the way it came. All the other Corvette models came with RF. I don't know currently if it's the same. Probably not ...Probably all Corvette models today come with RF.
But for sure if you want a quieter smoother ride go non RF. They last longer usually depending on your driving style/habits.
I know this is an old post but this might help someone. 2011 ZR1 customer was complaining that the JIm Mero Mag ride module I installed didn't do anything?? I checked the shocks and found pictures attached.
Yellow indicators for shipping blocks are visible.
I know this is an old post but this might help someone. 2011 ZR1 customer was complaining that the JIm Mero Mag ride module I installed didn't do anything?? I checked the shocks and found pictures attached.
Yellow indicators for shipping blocks are visible.
This is unreal that this could of went on for so long - how many miles on his Vette (ZR1)?
Now not only does he have the full benefits of the Jim Mero suspension tuning and selective ride, but his shocks are essentially new!
Good catch and good to bring up this thread again!
These shipping blocks are hollow on one end and flat on the other. In the past I've pulled these out without any damage to the jounce bumper at the top because the blocks were installed with the flat surface facing up. The bumpers were a little flattened but undamaged. All four of these blocks had the hollow end facing up and the jounce bumpers were forced into the hollow areas damaging the bumpers. These shocks are hard to find so It's not likely I'll find the bumpers or boots. If anyone has any leaking unuseable BWI mag ride shocks I would be interested in buying the jounce bumpers from them.
Jim
I have an '06 3LT and it has the F55 MRC. It also has Run flat tires. The run flats have very stiff sidewalls that will carry the weight of the car when punctured. So I know non-runflats would provide a softer ride. But, personally , I will sacrifice ride softness for peace of mind knowing that I'll get home should I get a flat . Don't trust tow trucks ,😁
I have an '06 3LT and it has the F55 MRC. It also has Run flat tires. The run flats have very stiff sidewalks that will carry the weight of the car when punctured. So I know non-runflats would provide a softer ride. But, personally , I will sacrifice ride softness for peace of mind knowing that I'll get home should I get a flat . Don't trust tow trucks ,😁
This is true I did the switch off to regular tires and Corvette is alot smoother and quieter. A better comfortable ride for every day public roads that are in need of repair.
