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S10Fan · 02-28-2009, 07:02 AM

I’m leaning towards installing a bag over leaf setup on the rear of my 80 step side. To those of you that have gone this route:

How is it working out for you?
What is the lbs rating of your bags?
Any pictures?
Should I also use a lowering shackle?

I currently have a flip setup with the thick leaf removed, added 2”blocks, and a bolt in C-notch.

Thanks!!

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2009, 01:13 AM

Here's how my 77 Cheyenne is set up. I have not had any problems with the AOL set up.

S10Fan · 03-01-2009, 02:39 PM

Thanks. I wasn't sure how the bag attached to the leaf.

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2009, 02:53 PM

It's an Air Ride Technologoes kit. Here is a diagram from their site-

S10Fan · 03-01-2009, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

It's an Air Ride Technologoes kit. Here is a diagram from their site-

Thanks again!

It looks like you're running 2 leafs and a drop shackle?

Will your axle "air out" against the C notch bump stop?

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2009, 03:07 PM

That is correct. We also added a 2" block that is not pictured. This will set you on the bump stop with the top of the pumpkin about 1" from the bed.

S10Fan · 03-01-2009, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

That is correct. We also added a 2" block that is not pictured. This will set you on the bump stop with the top of the pumpkin about 1" from the bed.

Awesome!

Thanks for the info!

Spray-Bomb · 03-01-2009, 09:10 PM

How about axle wrap ???
Do you have any, I would think it would be pretty bad only having 2 leaves ???

**N2TRUX** · 03-01-2009, 11:00 PM

You would assume, but so far it has not been an issue. To clarify that statement let me say that when this was originally done I had the stock 350 with a whopping 150hp when new. That was couple to a 3.08 rear, so tire spin was never a problem, hence no axle wrap.

Now that I have a Ramjet 350 installed it's a different story. With 350hp and 400tq along with the lower 1st gear in a 700r4 I do have the ability to spin the tires at will. I am not one to beat on it from a dead start, but I have hit it pretty hard from a rolling start.

The tires break free with no adverse affect, and spin again when it hits second. So far I have had no axle wrap/wheel hop issues.

I feel that if it were a problem, Cal Trac bars would be a simple bolt on answer.

02-28-2009, 07:02 AM	#1
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! I’m leaning towards installing a bag over leaf setup on the rear of my 80 step side. To those of you that have gone this route: How is it working out for you? What is the lbs rating of your bags? Any pictures? Should I also use a lowering shackle? I currently have a flip setup with the thick leaf removed, added 2”blocks, and a bolt in C-notch. Thanks!! __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

03-01-2009, 01:13 AM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! Here's how my 77 Cheyenne is set up. I have not had any problems with the AOL set up. Attached Images __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-01-2009, 02:39 PM	#3
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! Thanks. I wasn't sure how the bag attached to the leaf. __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

03-01-2009, 02:53 PM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! It's an Air Ride Technologoes kit. Here is a diagram from their site- __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-01-2009, 03:07 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! That is correct. We also added a 2" block that is not pictured. This will set you on the bump stop with the top of the pumpkin about 1" from the bed. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-01-2009, 09:10 PM	#8
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! How about axle wrap ??? Do you have any, I would think it would be pretty bad only having 2 leaves ??? __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

03-01-2009, 11:00 PM	#9
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Calling Bag/Air Over Leaf users! You would assume, but so far it has not been an issue. To clarify that statement let me say that when this was originally done I had the stock 350 with a whopping 150hp when new. That was couple to a 3.08 rear, so tire spin was never a problem, hence no axle wrap. Now that I have a Ramjet 350 installed it's a different story. With 350hp and 400tq along with the lower 1st gear in a 700r4 I do have the ability to spin the tires at will. I am not one to beat on it from a dead start, but I have hit it pretty hard from a rolling start. The tires break free with no adverse affect, and spin again when it hits second. So far I have had no axle wrap/wheel hop issues. I feel that if it were a problem, Cal Trac bars would be a simple bolt on answer. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

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