RE: IML: Bias vs Radials

["DR CHALLENGER" <drchallenger@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

i will bet alot the harshness is from the kyb shocks, there can be pretty 
stiff.

> Froim: Rob Goodyear <rob1964cc@xxxxxxxxx>
> >
> 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.




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