Firestone R4-Tech
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Cargo Master
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From: Man Cave
Dear Oh Dear Bro. I can see us out in the Simpson. C'mon m8 lets go, Hang on I have to reboot me computer
Hear another one. "Seven new Flash" Man stranded in the Simpson Desert due to motherboard failure
Hear another one. "Seven new Flash" Man stranded in the Simpson Desert due to motherboard failure
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From: Slade Point, Australia
LOL 
Dont worry,all this **** ive got on my truck puts those thoughts into my head,i said too a mate at the ute muster about all this electronics ive got is a worry,the electronics for my suspension is a concern bro,could turn into a pain in the ****..
I got a spare height sensor sent over also a pressure sensor,so im already prepping myself for failure
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Im also thinking about making the control arm bushes stronger..
Dont worry,all this **** ive got on my truck puts those thoughts into my head,i said too a mate at the ute muster about all this electronics ive got is a worry,the electronics for my suspension is a concern bro,could turn into a pain in the ****..
I got a spare height sensor sent over also a pressure sensor,so im already prepping myself for failure
...Im also thinking about making the control arm bushes stronger..
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Cargo Master
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From: Man Cave
Hey bro. how much you reckon they would charge just for the suspension components. I have the ARB compressor, can get 6 lltr tank for $60 of flebay, by the controller for 250 and wack in some hoses.
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There's this kit i like a bit better than what i got.
Ultimate Air Ride
I can ask yuri @ airbagit how much for his kit without air management compressor and tank,i'll send him a email now.
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Cargo Master
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From: Man Cave
You can have my manual controller..
There's this kit i like a bit better than what i got.
Ultimate Air Ride
I can ask yuri @ airbagit how much for his kit without air management compressor and tank,i'll send him a email now.
There's this kit i like a bit better than what i got.
Ultimate Air Ride
I can ask yuri @ airbagit how much for his kit without air management compressor and tank,i'll send him a email now.
Jeez I dint know how Im gunna get this one past HQ, what with the trans and motor lol.
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From: Slade Point, Australia
Yer but you add this just to tip her over the edge
Ultimate Air Ride
Dont fark around,she'll get over it
lyn did
eventually
Ultimate Air Ride
Dont fark around,she'll get over it
lyn dideventually
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From: Man Cave
this is the tank
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Air-Tank-...-/300588711411
just run a line from arb compressor to tank. Does it have enough fittings Bryan??
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Air-Tank-...-/300588711411
just run a line from arb compressor to tank. Does it have enough fittings Bryan??
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Its got plenty of ports which is good..
Im going to buy this compressor down the track.
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The control unit is not right,i need to get it right,its working but not perfect too my liking simon,just got get the time and we'll get it sorted.
The ride is a ton better,the accumalator tanks have taken a lot of the sting out of the little bumps,ashphalt overlays,corrugations,BUT i reckon the 1/2 gallon tanks are'nt big enough (1 gallon tank with 2 compartments) im going too install atleast 1 gallon tanks for each airbag.
As far as handling goes,there bit too much body roll for my liking,i want to go around a corner like a go cart,so im going to install a F350 sway bar on the rear,and either modify my front sway bar or get another for the front.
Like its not bad around corners,but when ya thumping it it tends to lean a bit..
Oh and just installed tims (rocket sports trucks) new castor buckets and had my front end alignment done,steering is heaps better,AND then once i get tims other invention fitted maybe this weekend WOO HOO it'll steer like a beuty
Cant say much for now its TOP SECRET,pics coming once its installed.
The ride is a ton better,the accumalator tanks have taken a lot of the sting out of the little bumps,ashphalt overlays,corrugations,BUT i reckon the 1/2 gallon tanks are'nt big enough (1 gallon tank with 2 compartments) im going too install atleast 1 gallon tanks for each airbag.
As far as handling goes,there bit too much body roll for my liking,i want to go around a corner like a go cart,so im going to install a F350 sway bar on the rear,and either modify my front sway bar or get another for the front.
Like its not bad around corners,but when ya thumping it
it tends to lean a bit..Oh and just installed tims (rocket sports trucks) new castor buckets and had my front end alignment done,steering is heaps better,AND then once i get tims other invention fitted maybe this weekend WOO HOO it'll steer like a beuty
Cant say much for now its TOP SECRET,pics coming once its installed
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Hi Geoff, the Firestone R4 is not adjustable. It rides at the set height and has a dump valve allowing you to lower in order to hitch on without having to jack up and lower the trailer.
I'm still interested in acquiring one if I can find it at the right price. It must be one of the few air-suspension systems that Bryan has not personally tested though...
I'm still interested in acquiring one if I can find it at the right price. It must be one of the few air-suspension systems that Bryan has not personally tested though...
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Hahaha come on Bryan your letting the team down 
. Simon I figured that once the truck was set to the desired height their would be no reason to change it ???? Is Brians adjustable height with the 5" lift in it ? When I have the trailer finished and loaded I will take it to some level ground and take some measurements and see where it needs to be, then go from their. Oh and man this truck hauls **** 
. Simon I figured that once the truck was set to the desired height their would be no reason to change it ???? Is Brians adjustable height with the 5" lift in it ? When I have the trailer finished and loaded I will take it to some level ground and take some measurements and see where it needs to be, then go from their. Oh and man this truck hauls ****