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**CYLFD** · 03-23-2012, 06:15 PM

I have a Porterbuilt drop member with c4 front suspension and I'm in need of some shockwaves. I found a pair a guy is selling for about half price. The only thing is he doesn't know much about them.

They are Air Ride Technologies Shock Wave QA1 single adjustable shocks they have the stem on the top and I was looking online and it looked like it was possible to change that out. They have never been used just put on to mock up.

Anyway just wondering if anybody knew about these and just wonder if I'm gonna have to bite the bullet and buy them new.

Any help would be greatly appreciated
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Pro Performance · 03-23-2012, 07:28 PM

I know you can change the end link out, I have done it before. I am not sure if that is on every model, probably best to check with RideTech.

Just make sure the bag is in good condition with no cracks, etc. Unfortunately there is always that risk with buying something used, especially when the price is really good. I would say just inspect them as best as possible.

SCOTI · 03-23-2012, 09:44 PM

Check the p/n out & see if the same that PB spec's for the DM. I have it in my notes somewhere but can't find it @ the moment....

I do know the Shockwaves spec'd from RideTech for a C4 application are not the 'common' units used on lots of other set-ups so it would be good to confirm what will/won't work before spending your $$.

**CYLFD** · 03-24-2012, 12:00 AM

Thanks for the responses the person selling the bags doesn't have a part number so I'll probably just pass on them and bite the bullet and buy the from Porterbuilt. I'm still trying to learn and figure all this out I bought the 68 with all this already on it, it was an unfinished project.

Also, I noticed my post was move I'm still new to the forum so if I posted in the wrong place, broke some type of rule I apologize.
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SCOTI · 03-24-2012, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by CYLFD

Thanks for the responses the person selling the bags doesn't have a part number so I'll probably just pass on them and bite the bullet and buy the from Porterbuilt. I'm still trying to learn and figure all this out I bought the 68 with all this already on it, it was an unfinished project.

Also, I noticed my post was move I'm still new to the forum so if I posted in the wrong place, broke some type of rule I apologize.
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30 lashes for the noob!

Just kiddin'....

**N2TRUX** · 03-24-2012, 10:08 AM

Welcome to the Suspension Forum. Your post may have been moved to encourage a quicker response. No worries, your in the right place now

andrewmp6 · 03-24-2012, 10:38 AM

Just get the part number you need from nate and hit up the vendors on here you will get a nice deal.

**way2lo2** · 03-25-2012, 06:10 PM

I've done this conversion with stock c4 but not with nates crossmember. We carry shockwaves in stock and if you like I can get with Nate and find you the correct unit.
Boris

**CYLFD** · 03-28-2012, 05:08 PM

Thanks for the replies spoke with Porterbuilt got the part number now more work to figure how all this works.
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03-23-2012, 06:15 PM	#1
CYLFD Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dfw TX Posts: 242	Air ride shockwave question I have a Porterbuilt drop member with c4 front suspension and I'm in need of some shockwaves. I found a pair a guy is selling for about half price. The only thing is he doesn't know much about them. They are Air Ride Technologies Shock Wave QA1 single adjustable shocks they have the stem on the top and I was looking online and it looked like it was possible to change that out. They have never been used just put on to mock up. Anyway just wondering if anybody knew about these and just wonder if I'm gonna have to bite the bullet and buy them new. Any help would be greatly appreciated Posted via Mobile Device

03-23-2012, 07:28 PM	#2
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: Air ride shockwave question I know you can change the end link out, I have done it before. I am not sure if that is on every model, probably best to check with RideTech. Just make sure the bag is in good condition with no cracks, etc. Unfortunately there is always that risk with buying something used, especially when the price is really good. I would say just inspect them as best as possible.

03-23-2012, 09:44 PM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: Air ride shockwave question Check the p/n out & see if the same that PB spec's for the DM. I have it in my notes somewhere but can't find it @ the moment.... I do know the Shockwaves spec'd from RideTech for a C4 application are not the 'common' units used on lots of other set-ups so it would be good to confirm what will/won't work before spending your $$. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

03-24-2012, 12:00 AM	#4
CYLFD Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dfw TX Posts: 242	Re: Air ride shockwave question Thanks for the responses the person selling the bags doesn't have a part number so I'll probably just pass on them and bite the bullet and buy the from Porterbuilt. I'm still trying to learn and figure all this out I bought the 68 with all this already on it, it was an unfinished project. Also, I noticed my post was move I'm still new to the forum so if I posted in the wrong place, broke some type of rule I apologize. Posted via Mobile Device

03-24-2012, 10:08 AM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Air ride shockwave question Welcome to the Suspension Forum. Your post may have been moved to encourage a quicker response. No worries, your in the right place now __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-24-2012, 10:38 AM	#7
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: Air ride shockwave question Just get the part number you need from nate and hit up the vendors on here you will get a nice deal.

03-25-2012, 06:10 PM	#8
way2lo2 way2lo2 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Cleveland , Ohio Posts: 803	Re: Air ride shockwave question I've done this conversion with stock c4 but not with nates crossmember. We carry shockwaves in stock and if you like I can get with Nate and find you the correct unit. Boris __________________ Dealer for Billet Specialties, Ridetech, Airlift, Vintage Air and others. Feel free to call, email, or PM for a quote. 216 481-5219 office 216 481-4240 fax 216 789-1647 mobile Way2Lo2@aol.com <----also my paypal http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/way2Lo2

03-28-2012, 05:08 PM	#9
CYLFD Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dfw TX Posts: 242	Re: Air ride shockwave question Thanks for the replies spoke with Porterbuilt got the part number now more work to figure how all this works. Posted via Mobile Device

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