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Originally Posted by Stocker
45 psi sounds like maybe 5 psi under maximum inflation, but still too high for an unladen half ton truck. That will add some ride harshness.... try dropping to 35 psi, maybe even 32. Keep a close eye on tread wear.
I agree with above posts regarding springs & shocks though..... that probably affects the ride more than tires that may be 10psi or so too high.
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I agree, that is far too much psi in those tires. Although the guy I bought the truck off of had the fronts filled to max and it still rode like a Cadillac on my crappy country road. I have 255/60/15 on the front and 275/60/15 on the rear, I run 35 psi in the front and 32 in the rear. It is more than likely the shocks though, I would say. I am not for certain but I believe mine is a 4 and 5 or 6 drop with cpp components so I assume cpp shocks. It rides better than any of my cars.
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