Air management kits?

[YBNORML]

I am currently building a 68 shortbox. I am running dropmembers front and rear.
My question is, What type of air management systems are you guys running?
I would prefer to purchase a kit rather than piece a system together, as I am new to air suspension.
I have been looking at both Accuair and Ridetech products. I would like to hear what people like/dislike about thier systems.
Thanks
Jason

[N2TRUX]

I have heard great things about both brands. Personally I can only speak about Ride Tech. I have had a few of their systems and never had an issue. I would not hesitate to buy another one when needed.

[andrewmp6]

I have never heard a bad thing about either one ever.Both are well known and make good stuff it comes down to budget and the controls on them.Ridetechs big controler is nice but to flashy to me i like accuairs better its small looks more like a radio remote on a wire.

[N2TRUX]

The new Ride Tech display is awesome, you just need to find a good location for it. One feature that the new display offers is amazing visibility. They state "Transflective display uses sunlight to illuminate. the brighter the sun, the brighter the display". Unlike the previous LCD display, that was hard to read in the bright sun.

The The Accuair control is a slick piece, but doesn't provide any system info.

[YBNORML]

Thanks guys! That is exactly the kind of info I am after.
Anyone else got opinions?
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[67cheby]

WOW...that is AWESOME ....i wonder if i can just update my controller i think i have the E2 ??

[N2TRUX]

Yes you can. It's plug and play.

[Scottshotrods]

Telling you guy, call us at Scotts we have some killer bargains on all ridetech parts
(Airride).There new e-3 panel works Killer and we have installed several in some of our customers rides.All customers are very happy on how well they work.
jonm@scottshotrods.com

[andrewmp6]

Wow they made air ride almost idiot proof nice.

[Tony@AirRideTech]

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

Wow they made air ride almost idiot proof nice.

ha ha ha ha ... not sure about that. A good idiot can f*#k up an iron anvil with a rubber mallet.....

[andrewmp6]

How many error codes can it show tho?

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

How many error codes can it show tho?

I'm not sure how many total, but it covers the entire system. If you have low voltage, it won't let the compressors turn on. If you have a components failure it tells you. If you have a sensor failure, that comes up. There are others too, but thats the short list.

Almost any display looks great at night, but that one is has very soothing light. The big difference is what it looks like during the day. The more direct the sunlight, the more contrasting the display becomes. Its hard to explain with out a good pic but trust me it works very well.

I talked with Bret and told him how impressed I was with the display over the previous LED unit. He told me how much was spent in development, and I almost choked on my Coke. They spent large quantities of what Bret termed as "Some of my favorite dollars" on getting this thing right.

I can say with out a doubt those dollars were very well spent.

[67cheby]

now i want to upgrade...and mine is brand new in the box !! LOL

[N2TRUX]

Sell yours and move forward. You will really be happy if you do.

[67cheby]

i am checking the price now ..LOL

[N2TRUX]

Let us know how it works out.

[Painter D]

Well, I don't have any experience with Ridetech stuff, I'm sure it's of good quality. However I can vouch for Accuair. I have their E-level system on one of my vehicles and it has worked perfect since day one.



I'm sure you can't go wrong with either system.

[tubbedII]

Originally Posted by Tony@AirRideTech

ha ha ha ha ... not sure about that. A good idiot can f*#k up an iron anvil with a rubber mallet.....

Hilarious!

Originally Posted by 67cheby

now i want to upgrade...and mine is brand new in the box !! LOL

Originally Posted by 67cheby

i am checking the price now ..LOL

And you wonder why your trucks not done... Haha, just messing with you cheby.

To the OP, I don't have either of the 2, but I've been in cars with both now. I have to say they are both awesome. The only advice I can give on picking would be either the cost or which controller you like better. Other than that, you can't go wrong.

[67cheby]

yes....you are correct....this is exactly my problem.....better just stick with my paid for one !!!

[YBNORML]

I decided on an accuair system, thanks to all who posted thier opinions.
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[Painter D]

Originally Posted by YBNORML

I decided on an accuair system, thanks to all who posted thier opinions.
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You won't regret it.

[kev2809]

now that is nice n2trux...luxury!

[tubbedII]

Originally Posted by YBNORML

I decided on an accuair system, thanks to all who posted thier opinions.
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Good choice. I have nothing against the other brand, but I prefer the accuair controller. If I had the $, my blazer would have their system.

[andrewmp6]

Yeah both are the top two companies you can't go wrong with either and will love it either way.

[68steppsidee]

which is better the air pod from ridetech or the exo mount from accuair???
anyone have first hand experience