Air Bags Re-visited
#17
I wouldnt worry about lifting the truck by the frame. I have lifted mine more than once and have forgotten to let the air out of the bags, I havent had an issue yet and theyve been in service for 50k.
The only issue I have now is the compressor is shot. I need to research a little and find out if Air Lift will work with a Viar Pump and Tank.
Sarge
The only issue I have now is the compressor is shot. I need to research a little and find out if Air Lift will work with a Viar Pump and Tank.
Sarge
Im just tying to figure out whats going to work best for me. I guess I was looking for some guidance from those that have done it. I know it will work, why wouldnt it. Its the same as what I have except the compressor that comes with the kit I bought 5 years ago will only fill the bags and thats it.
Now it will pop the fuse if you run it too long. So its time to replace.
Sarge
Now it will pop the fuse if you run it too long. So its time to replace.
Sarge
#18
You can most certainly run your own kit pieced together. Depending on what kit you may currently have there are variations on how you would need to tie an onboard air setup into the kit/controller. If you have any questions about your specific install shoot me a pm or email and I would be happy to help.
Viair makes excellent products, I have personally used them on custom vehicles for 10 years now and have never had a problem. In fact our heavy duty compressors in our kits are made by Viair.
As for the limit strap question, I will bring it up. We are always looking for new ways to offer a better service or a product not offered by others. I can't say for sure it will go anywhere, but it will at least be discussed.
Viair makes excellent products, I have personally used them on custom vehicles for 10 years now and have never had a problem. In fact our heavy duty compressors in our kits are made by Viair.
As for the limit strap question, I will bring it up. We are always looking for new ways to offer a better service or a product not offered by others. I can't say for sure it will go anywhere, but it will at least be discussed.
#19
#21
I was planning on using seperate valves and adding a compressor later on. For now I just want to eliminate the leaning to one side. It's not terribly noticeable but I don't like it. Thanks for the input.......
#22
OK....finally got a couple hours to install the air-bags......no problems with the install....
So, when it comes time to level the truck I put about 15 psi in the right side and to level up the left side it takes 65 psi.....there's only minimal stiffness to the ride but I think that with that much difference in the inflation pressure I need to look at replacing the springs..
Any vendors here that sell springs? Don't want any lift, just restore the original height and eliminate the lean.
So, when it comes time to level the truck I put about 15 psi in the right side and to level up the left side it takes 65 psi.....there's only minimal stiffness to the ride but I think that with that much difference in the inflation pressure I need to look at replacing the springs..
Any vendors here that sell springs? Don't want any lift, just restore the original height and eliminate the lean.
#23
So, when it comes time to level the truck I put about 15 psi in the right side and to level up the left side it takes 65 psi.....there's only minimal stiffness to the ride but I think that with that much difference in the inflation pressure I need to look at replacing the springs..
#24
I think what's causing the big pressure difference is that the air bag is having to overcome the sagging spring which has kinda taken a "set".
So it's not only lifting the chassis, it's also working against the sagging spring that's actually trying to pull it back down.
#25
I have a quote of $500 installed with the lines ran to the back. Is that a good deal? Anyone help me out with that, I really want to get them done soon.
#26
That sounds like a good deal to me. I think I was quoted just under $600. I ended up putting them on myself. On the new truck too. But I won't do it again.
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