A comfortable car ride in your Subaru Outback is highly dependent on the car's suspension system. Many variables of Subaru's suspension system can be configured so that you can enjoy a more comfortable ride. The suspension's shock absorbers, spring rigidity, size, strength and design will contribute to the comfort of your Subaru's ride. Alter the components of the suspension system to improve its performance.
Switch your Subaru's shock absorbers with gas shock absorbers. Over an extended period of time, even the most expensive shock absorbers tend to wear out. This will cause you to "feel" every turn, bump and hole on the road. Gas shock absorbers are more effective in handling road discrepancies when juxtaposed to hydraulic shock absorbers.
Purchase new tires. When purchasing a set of tires to replace the current ones, select tires that have a taller sidewall. Tall sidewalls on the tires will help it to absorb the shocks and bumps experienced by an inconsistent road surface. The tires will be more efficient in absorbing shocks, thus staving off the amount of shock that the suspension system has to absorb.
Switch the car's suspension springs with springs that are more bendable. If you are concerned about aggressive bends in the road, then purchase springs that are "progressive". "Progressive" springs tend to be less fixed under light pressure, but more rigid when under heavy pressure. You may also choose springs that are "linear". These are more responsive to road abnormalities, irrespective to the amount of pressure they are under.
Equip your Subaru with an anti-roll bar. Balance Motor Sport is a supplier of anti-roll bars for Subaru vehicles. Balance Motor Sport notes that installing an anti-roll bar will help you retain a pliable suspension system, but will still help provide you with aggressive handling of your vehicle while turning sharp bends and driving over holes on the road.
