Locksmith

1896 928 S I know this is a sports car. Just took a trip from Nashville to KY & felt every crack in the road. Above 65 mph this is no joy to ride. any input
Thanks

Rich9928p

Could be several things. If it really is an 1896 model, the wheels are wood and the tread may be hand formed steel around the wheel. Those things are rough riding, but the smell of the horses in front make you forget the ride. Odds are it is really a 1986 928

One problem could be weak springs and too low ride heigth. Setting the suspension properly and a new set of springs/shocks may change everything.

Another issue could be tires. If it has 18 inch tires with high pressure tires, that is just the way it is.

DoubleNutz

Might be those wood and steel wheels of the 1896 version.

GlenL

You guys are too funny.

Check your air pressure. The owners manual recommends like 40PSI. I'll go 35 and maybe 30-32 to soften the ride. I've got stiffer shocks and springs, but softening the tires will do a lot for you.

Locksmith

OK I fat fingered the keyboard 1986, Are their after market springs & shocks you would recomend
Thanks
Eric

nee.dragger

That's the way it's supposed to be (jk). What's the last 4 digits on the VIN. Could be an 86.5, they ride a little roughter than the 86s. Do lower the air pressure to something like 30 - 35 p.s.i. for better ride quality. But don't expect too much of an improvement unless you're riding on smooth as glass asphault.

Daniel Dudley

The right tires make a big difference as well. This is even more true if you have really old tires of certain brands. The nice thing about old tires is that they are hard and stiff and make it easier to spin the tires or lose traction. 6 or 7 years is old for a tire.

Th Dude

My vote is for new motor mounts.
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Locksmith

Yes it is a 86.5,why do they ride rougher.

CWO4Mann

Check:

1. Tire pressure ~34psi
2. Shocks
3. Motor mounts
4. How loaded down were you
5. Kentucky Department of Transportation Highway Resurface Program



Cheers,

Dave

SteveG

86.5 (vin > 1000) means S4 suspension. The 85 and 86 are essentially the same car/engine, but see "S4" How many miles on it? This is a sports car, but you should not be "feeling" every crack in the asphalt.

Jim bailey - 928 International

You should check the brand of the shocks and look at the springs. It is very possible that some prior owner installed Koni shocks and performance springs to FIX the "too soft ride".

AO

I've heard some women like rough riders... what's the problem?

IcemanG17

I have noticed that with the tires set to spec pressure in the rear (44 psi) the ride gets worse and the traction gets worse too...personally I run 35-36 psi all the way around...better ride and better traction! If you have a really high mileage suspension (think 150K+) then it might be time for some new shocks-springs & an alignment ride height adjustment! Pricey but makes a world of difference to a car with worn suspension!
Brian

TAREK

If that is the case, I would be happy to trade you my nice and soft/comfort setup for your rough setup.