02 XLT rides like s*** when loaded

[BajaXplorer]

ok a little info -
02 X with 4.0L, 118k miles, General AT 265/75/16, front struts are KYB replaced this past Sept, rear struts OEM, and this only happens when the X is fully loaded with people (7) I run 33psi up front and 34 in rear tires.

Driving on freeway the rear feels like I have no suspenison. Sway sucks, feels like tires are 20 # low. Very noticeable when switching lanes, or gettign off freeway on cloverleaf off ramp.

Springs arent broken, sway bar intact. Only thing I can boil it down to is the rear struts have had it?


Any other ideas?

thanks,
Doug

 

[Ocean Pacific]

33psi is pretty low, especially when hauling a full car. Move all tires up to 45psi.
Regardless, Those tires have an "E" rating and are very hard. Handling isn't going to be perfect but definitely bump the pressure up. That will make a huge difference.

 

[ademily87]

And 7 people is a lot of weight...like, a whole lot. Lol