I also would like a softer and less bouncy ride. I was planning on taking leafs out but now I won't. I'll try a few hay bales and see how that helps. A thread I read yesterday discussed rebuilding the seat springs and adding some foam padding with new upholstery for a smoother and less bouncy ride. Good suggestion me thinks...but new seat upholstery seems to be expensive. I'll do it anyway cuz OEM or not, I don't enjoy the ride my seat gives.