07-27-2010, 09:17 PM | #1 |
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Airbags
What brand and model of airbags are you guys running if you have them
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07-28-2010, 07:40 PM | #2 |
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Re: Airbags
just bought a kit from *****************... went with the re6 and re7's from slam specialties, heard good things about their ride and quality
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07-29-2010, 12:11 AM | #3 |
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slam specialties are pretty good bags, they have a nice ride at a wide range of pressure. they also have built in bump stops so when you are riding real low you don't have that harsh bottoming out that you get with some other bags. conitech's are a close runner up to the slams. the way the coni's are put together seems so make them last along time even when you abuse the hell out of them.
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07-29-2010, 01:58 AM | #4 |
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Ya my suspension guy wants me to buy this $1900 kit from Universal Air and to have 8-9 switches when I only need 3 switches. What about Firestone bags?
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07-29-2010, 03:12 AM | #5 |
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I'm waiting for my ifs kit, and 4 link from No limit. They use Firestone. I'll let you know how it turns out if I can find an affordable air management kit.
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07-29-2010, 10:47 AM | #6 |
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We use slam speciality bags with our ifs kits we make and sell.We have had great
results with there bags.We have several dozens in stock if any of you guys need some. Justin www.scottshotrods.com |
07-29-2010, 07:38 PM | #7 |
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i would go with slams, firestones are good bags though. i think your can put together a system for less than 1900, what all does it come with? seems like there is a lot of knowledge here to help you put together a nice system to suit your needs.
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07-29-2010, 07:39 PM | #8 |
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is this the kit?
Item Description This is a Universal Fitting system designed for a 4 seperate coil/torsion, leaf suspension. The bags are 5.875" Diameter, with a 2" collapsed to 8.5" extended front bag and 2" collapsed to 11" extended rear bag. We will build the brackets out of our database, or to your specifications. Track tested, Show Stopper Air Suspension Kit! Dont settle for less! Check out our Gallery. F.B.S.S. SYSTEM INCLUDE 2 VIAIR 480C, 200 PSI, 100% DUTY CYCLE 1 200 PSI PRESSURE SWITCH 1 SWITCH BOX (Hand Held 9 Switch) 8 "Blow Proof" 1/2" AIR SOLENOID VALVE 2 UNIVERSAL AIR SUSPENSION DOUBLE PLAY 11" 2 UNIVERSAL AIR SUSPENSION AIR HOUSE 8.5" 1 D.O.T. APPROVED FITTING & HOSES FOR F.B.S.S 1 CHROME ALUMINUM AIR TANK 1 SET OF BRACKET KIT 1 HEAVY DUTY SOLENOID 1 BOLT PACK US PATENT US 6457702 |
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Yes that is the one. Which bags should I go with RE6 or RE7 |
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07-30-2010, 12:19 AM | #10 |
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well i'm guessing you are bagging a 50 based on your screen name? it all depends on what front suspension you go with. you might not be able to fit the 7's. what are you doing in the rear?
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07-30-2010, 12:42 AM | #11 |
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I am running a MII front end with a triangulated 4 link in the rear with a notch
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07-30-2010, 10:31 AM | #12 |
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im runnin airlift on my 48 with a s10 frame with no problems in 4 years. thinkin about swapin out with some slams
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Firestone bags are the standard of the industry. You can't go wrong with them.
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07-30-2010, 03:22 PM | #14 |
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Slam Specialties, RE-7 front, RE-8 rear.
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07-30-2010, 07:50 PM | #15 |
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i agree with chevyresto, when it comes to bags, bigger is better and will also give a better ride quality. i'd run the biggest that will fit.
i have a 6 link in the rear and due to space/clearance req's, i can only run 6's in the rear. in the front, i have a '94 s10 front clip with oem control arms - you need to cut some of the cup of the frame to get the 7's to fit, but it's not too bad and the ride will be much better. just my 2cents |
07-31-2010, 10:54 PM | #16 |
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I have never tried the convoluted bags in the rear, so I cant speak of their ride quality, (although I do question the ride quality due to their stiffness & limited travel) I used firestone rolling sleeve bags in the rear with triangulated 4 link & love the ride, in town & on the hiway. If / when I need to replace the front Firestone convoluted bags, I would like to try the "Slams", but have no complaints with the Firestones.
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