GTPE still bouncy?

[machdady]

no spring locks. so it's probably something else

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[jmatero]

What Ford needs to do is give us a custom mode so I can choose the Whisper suspension, Engaged steering, and Unbridled Throttle and propulsion sound (the kids love it).

 

[4sallypat]

Yeah, here's a thread, there is also another thread with the actual bulletin to dealers. They can be a different color, but you just get under there with a flash light and should be able to see them.

Whoa - I have to check my Lightning because it rides so bouncy too...

 

[voxel]

There was another thread on this. My Premium AWD ER rides about the same as my GTPE. Granted most roads in FL are decent.

Both bunny hop over speed bumps like the rear is underdamped. It’s really noticeable considering I have 5-6 large bumps exiting my HOA and I also drive an electric MINI which has zero bounce.

 

[machdady]

So fall is here in NY, and went upstate and of course the cold weather reduced my tire pressure (cold seems to be at 32 and while driving/hot it was 35). The ride quality was night and day. So I'm excited to replace the summer tires with all seasons and will keep pressure on low side (and sacrifice range) for what really ended up being an ideal ride. Not sure if others have experienced this...

 

[MyLittlePony2022]

The GTPE does have a bit of bounce but I attribute that to how well this SUV handles. If you want a soft "Lincoln" type of ride, then your SUV is going to handle like a boat. My opinion. There is a thread that has a gazillion replies about not being able to stand the bouncy ride, it may provide some insight. Me I stopped reading at page 6 and now it is up to page 82. ? It will never die, the thread that lives forever. ?‍

As far as the accuracy of the TPS sensors, they are not accurate. I have talked to a few people who have indicated theirs are either high or low. I know mine is off by 2 pounds, at normal temperature. Yes, I have a calibrated quality tire gauge so I know not to trust the TPS other than to say "you got a flat" .

 

[machdady]

agreed - and i chatted in that thread i think. i'm confident new a/s (conti extreme contacts) will be the difference i'm looking for. not looking for a lincoln, but the summer tires just don't seem to be great for the way the suspension is tuned and the crappy/uneven NY roads.

 

[MyLittlePony2022]

..... the summer tires just don't seem to be great for the way the suspension is tuned and the crappy/uneven NY roads.

The roads in CA are not any better. I agree the summer tires are not great. I cannot wait for them to wear down so I can replace them. I want to stick with the EV type tires so I can keep my mileage as high as possible. Of course, the way I drive with my GTPE, that statement rings with some irony. I have not researched the tires yet, but there are some good threads on the forum that should provide most of my information.

 

[Mach1E]

So fall is here in NY, and went upstate and of course the cold weather reduced my tire pressure (cold seems to be at 32 and while driving/hot it was 35). The ride quality was night and day. So I'm excited to replace the summer tires with all seasons and will keep pressure on low side (and sacrifice range) for what really ended up being an ideal ride. Not sure if others have experienced this...

As far as the bounce and motion sickness of your friend, I think both were explained by “whisper mode.”

Whisper is the softest (and most bouncy) setting.

It’s also the quietest (no propulsion sound). And the quietness plus bounciness plus smooth EV acceleration can be bad for motion sickness.

One of the reasons for the fake sounds is to reduce motion sickness.

 

[Reign of Ravens]

As far as the accuracy of the TPS sensors, they are not accurate. I have talked to a few people who have indicated theirs are either high or low. I know mine is off by 2 pounds, at normal temperature. Yes, I have a calibrated quality tire gauge so I know not to trust the TPS other than to say "you got a flat" .

Mine have been accurate on each vehicle I own.

This probably doesn't apply to you since it sounds like you've checked with an external gauge, but one thing to keep in mind with the Ford app's pressure reporting is that you're seeing the last reported pressure, and the pressures are only refreshed when the car is in motion for at least a little bit. For most of us, we've probably driven a fair distance and the TPMS will report something that is 1-3 PSI higher than the "cold" pressure, depending on how you were driving before parking your car.

 

[Auto Motive]

I got the GTPE for the magne ride (and the wheels) since I read/saw reviews that mentioned the bounciness in other trims. I had some friends visit this weekend and we took a short road trip. NY roads are awful, but we still got quite a bit more bounce than on my 7 year old Lexus NX. My friend's daughter almost threw up from the ride. Anyone else seeing bounciness on the GTPE as well? I was in whisper mode which helps around town, on highways engage/unbridled does help to tighten things up. I love the ride otherwise...

Note I have the OEM summer tires - I'm going to get all season in a couple of months before winter (continental or michelin pilot) which I think may help as well.

It's the total opposite in our GTPE. The ride hides road imperfections and seldom do we ever feel the road. We did change to all season Michelin pilot a/s 4 which have been excellent in snow and rain. Running local at 3.5 kWh and 3.0 kWh highway at 65 mph a.c. on with cruise. Get this checked out since it looks like a susp. failure. Good luck,

 

[Zer0t]

I found the GTPE to have a good sport (firmish) ride quality. Comfortable, not jarring or bouncy. Actually quite a good balance for a performance car.

 

[machdady]

Update: got the continental extreme contact dws+ tires installed and what a difference! The car handles so much better - what I remember the GT was like when I test drove it. And this was at recommended tire pressure which is a bit high IMO. A reminder on how important rubber is

 

[AstralLiving]

Update: got the continental extreme contact dws+ tires installed and what a difference! The car handles so much better - what I remember the GT was like when I test drove it. And this was at recommended tire pressure which is a bit high IMO. A reminder on how important rubber is

Great to know, I'll plan to switch when my tires are spent. Sticky is great for maxing grip but I just don't need that anymore.

 

[vinnyz]

Update: got the continental extreme contact dws+ tires installed and what a difference! The car handles so much better - what I remember the GT was like when I test drove it. And this was at recommended tire pressure which is a bit high IMO. A reminder on how important rubber is

just curious, what brand / size tires did your mme come with ?

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