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OrangeAnimal · 02-15-2009, 10:58 PM

Arnott has indeed been around for along time. We used there parts at a shop I worked at several times. Mostly replacement air struts and bags for lincolns and a couple other cars. I would be interested to hear as well how the install goes.

*Shane* · 02-16-2009, 01:17 AM

$815 sounds like a whole lot of money for no more than you get (one small compressor - one small tank - off-brand valves) ... just my take on it.

66chevy PROSTREET · 02-16-2009, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Shane

$815 sounds like a whole lot of money for no more than you get (one small compressor - one small tank - off-brand valves) ... just my take on it.

its a 5 gallon tank, vair compressor, valves ,dryer, and DIGITAL CONTROLLER, air lines, and filter, all pre mounted so you don't have a rats nest of wires/airlines running everywhere. For me it was a deal.

**N2TRUX** · 02-16-2009, 08:48 AM

Keep us posted on the install.

VA72C10 · 02-16-2009, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 66chevy PROSTREET

its a 5 gallon tank, vair compressor, valves ,dryer, and DIGITAL CONTROLLER, air lines, and filter, all pre mounted so you don't have a rats nest of wires/airlines running everywhere. For me it was a deal.

That's why I'm willing to take a chance on this...Just the viair 5 gallon tank and 480C compressor are worth about $350. The dryer is $50, lines are at least $50 in a normal setup, fittings around $100 in a normal setup, Valve blocks are normally $450-800, then you add a digital controller for a minimum of 400 up to 1200 and we're talking about a setup that costs a minimum of 1400 and up to 2500 (for ride height presets/leveling). I like the fact that I can check tank pressure and each bag pressure with this digitally. You'd need three gauges to do that on a std system and I don't want all those gauges.

dnd1978 · 02-16-2009, 02:20 PM

I have the Arnott 8-Port Valve Block on my truck and it works great. The first Valve Block I got from Arnott had problems with valve 1. I contacted them and did some troubleshooting over the phone. It was a bad valve. They send me a new 8-Port Valve Block the next day with a return shipping lab for the bad Valve Block. I would say there customer service is Great.

VA72C10 · 02-16-2009, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by dnd1978

I have the Arnott 8-Port Valve Block on my truck and it works great. The first Valve Block I got from Arnott had problems with valve 1. I contacted them and did some troubleshooting over the phone. It was a bad valve. They send me a new 8-Port Valve Block the next day with a return shipping lab for the bad Valve Block. I would say there customer service is Great.

NICE looking setup....Thanks for the first-hand experience. Any other pictures of the valve block?

66chevy PROSTREET · 02-19-2009, 11:05 PM

got the ARNOTT sytem in yesterday and its a very quality kit. It came with MORE than they show in the pic. All fittings needed on tank, remote fiter w/hose and spare filter elements, and a complete wiring harness that is very simple to hookup. if any one wants more specific pics let me know.

66chevy PROSTREET · 02-24-2009, 10:57 AM

almost done on the install, the kit is very easy to install, just the four bag lines and the tank line, and a power and remote line to hook up.

VA72C10 · 02-24-2009, 11:05 AM

Thanks for the updates...will definitely be interested in your first hand experience with the functionality of this....looks good right now.

One thing I am interested in is if it makes sense to upgrade to the next kit up for less run time on the compressor. Let me know how quickly things fill up once you fill up and approximate raise and lower time if you don't mind. I am looking for a smooth, controlled raise/drop and think this will be the ticket.

staggerd86c-10 · 02-24-2009, 12:15 PM

i looked on the arnott industries website and only saw oem applications. what is the link to find the parts that you bought for that kit.

66chevy PROSTREET · 02-24-2009, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by staggerd86c-10

i looked on the arnott industries website and only saw oem applications. what is the link to find the parts that you bought for that kit.

http://www.arnottairsuspension.com/p...s.asp?catId=14

umwtnt · 02-24-2009, 07:49 PM

Subscribed. I have watched this item for some time on ebay but have had to put my truck on the back burner for a while.

66chevy PROSTREET · 02-24-2009, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

One thing I am interested in is if it makes sense to upgrade to the next kit up for less run time on the compressor. Let me know how quickly things fill up once you fill up and approximate raise and lower time if you don't mind. I am looking for a smooth, controlled raise/drop and think this will be the ticket.

the two compressor system would def be quicker. i just have too many things drawing power already, like two elec. fans, ect.

66chevy PROSTREET · 03-08-2009, 10:14 PM

well, i would be finished but i did have a couple problems, i was experiencing some bleed across on the block. they(arnott) sent me a shipping tab to send the block back and added four more valves to make it an eight valve system, all FOR FREE just to make it right. they think the reason i had a problem was the differance in pressure. front is 130psi and the rear is 30psi. the wieght of my bigblock might have added to this. whatever the problem was i will be getting the valve block back mon. or tues. and i also ordered a 145/175 pressure switch from SD to make it rise a little faster. Arnotts customer service is second to none. i should have a video to post next week.

VA72C10 · 03-08-2009, 10:19 PM

Cool, thanks for the update...is that a valve they sell in the more expensive kits? Looked like they all had the same valve block...

66chevy PROSTREET · 03-08-2009, 10:23 PM

i know they sell the 8 valve block seperate for $299, thats what dnd1978 has on his truck.

66chevy PROSTREET · 03-14-2009, 10:28 PM

got it all installed. i would def upgrade to the 8(the one without the dryer) valve block if you order this kit. it works good , but one thing i found out is that the truck has to be running for it to preform the best, so that its getting full voltage at all times. its not the quickest system, but it improved alot by putting the 145/175 switch in. i also put in a check valve ($25) inline before the block to keep air from going back into the tank when the tank pressure is lower than the bag pressure.

VA72C10 · 03-14-2009, 10:31 PM

Thanks for the update...about how long does it take to raise/lower? This has the 1/4" line, right? How is the controller?

VA72C10 · 03-14-2009, 10:33 PM

Do they recommend to add a dryer since the block comes w/out one?

66chevy PROSTREET · 03-14-2009, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Thanks for the update...about how long does it take to raise/lower? This has the 1/4" line, right? How is the controller?

the front takes about 5 sec, the rear is pretty quick (about 1.5-2 sec)since it only needs about 40psi.

yes 1/4" lines. the controller is good. really acurate reading volt.

on a scale of 1-10, 10 being best i would rate the controller a 5 and the overall system a 6. thier customer service a 10+

66chevy PROSTREET · 03-22-2009, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Do they recommend to add a dryer since the block comes w/out one?

i would just in case.

66chevy PROSTREET · 03-22-2009, 12:33 AM

ARNOTT just called me and told me that they were designing a new and improved block since hearing of the problem i had, and will ship me the very first one to try out. i will post another video with the CPP lower arms, i think it will drop the front faster with them.

I CONNOT EXPRESS HOW GOOD THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE IS!!

YouTube - 1966 CHEVY AIRBAG TEST- CT LOWER ARMS

66chevy PROSTREET · 05-03-2009, 04:50 PM

here is the final video, they corrected the problem with a new valve design

YouTube - 1966 chevy on air bags

crawdadfox · 05-03-2009, 05:17 PM

The 62 Buick i have came with an Arnott air system with a 3 gallon tank, one comp., and a digital controller. I think its a damn good deal for the money.

02-15-2009, 10:58 PM	#26
OrangeAnimal Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 702	Re: What do you guys think of this... Arnott has indeed been around for along time. We used there parts at a shop I worked at several times. Mostly replacement air struts and bags for lincolns and a couple other cars. I would be interested to hear as well how the install goes.

02-16-2009, 01:17 AM	#27
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: What do you guys think of this... $815 sounds like a whole lot of money for no more than you get (one small compressor - one small tank - off-brand valves) ... just my take on it.

02-16-2009, 08:48 AM	#29
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: What do you guys think of this... Keep us posted on the install. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-16-2009, 02:20 PM	#31
dnd1978 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Youngsville, La Posts: 591	Re: What do you guys think of this... I have the Arnott 8-Port Valve Block on my truck and it works great. The first Valve Block I got from Arnott had problems with valve 1. I contacted them and did some troubleshooting over the phone. It was a bad valve. They send me a new 8-Port Valve Block the next day with a return shipping lab for the bad Valve Block. I would say there customer service is Great. Attached Images

02-19-2009, 11:05 PM	#33
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What do you guys think of this... got the ARNOTT sytem in yesterday and its a very quality kit. It came with MORE than they show in the pic. All fittings needed on tank, remote fiter w/hose and spare filter elements, and a complete wiring harness that is very simple to hookup. if any one wants more specific pics let me know. Attached Images __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2 Last edited by 66chevy PROSTREET; 02-24-2009 at 10:35 PM. Reason: add more pics

02-24-2009, 10:57 AM	#34
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What do you guys think of this... almost done on the install, the kit is very easy to install, just the four bag lines and the tank line, and a power and remote line to hook up. Attached Images __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2 Last edited by 66chevy PROSTREET; 02-24-2009 at 11:05 AM.

02-24-2009, 11:05 AM	#35
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: What do you guys think of this... Thanks for the updates...will definitely be interested in your first hand experience with the functionality of this....looks good right now. One thing I am interested in is if it makes sense to upgrade to the next kit up for less run time on the compressor. Let me know how quickly things fill up once you fill up and approximate raise and lower time if you don't mind. I am looking for a smooth, controlled raise/drop and think this will be the ticket. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-24-2009, 12:15 PM	#36
staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	Re: What do you guys think of this... i looked on the arnott industries website and only saw oem applications. what is the link to find the parts that you bought for that kit.

02-24-2009, 07:49 PM	#38
umwtnt Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Williamsburg, Va Posts: 226	Re: What do you guys think of this... Subscribed. I have watched this item for some time on ebay but have had to put my truck on the back burner for a while. __________________ The more I learn, the more I find out I don't know. 69 Chevy SWB w/67 front end 4 wheel discs 468 BB 700R4 Bagged Coming around slowly

03-08-2009, 10:14 PM	#40
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What do you guys think of this... well, i would be finished but i did have a couple problems, i was experiencing some bleed across on the block. they(arnott) sent me a shipping tab to send the block back and added four more valves to make it an eight valve system, all FOR FREE just to make it right. they think the reason i had a problem was the differance in pressure. front is 130psi and the rear is 30psi. the wieght of my bigblock might have added to this. whatever the problem was i will be getting the valve block back mon. or tues. and i also ordered a 145/175 pressure switch from SD to make it rise a little faster. Arnotts customer service is second to none. i should have a video to post next week. __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2

03-08-2009, 10:19 PM	#41
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: What do you guys think of this... Cool, thanks for the update...is that a valve they sell in the more expensive kits? Looked like they all had the same valve block... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-08-2009, 10:23 PM	#42
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What do you guys think of this... i know they sell the 8 valve block seperate for $299, thats what dnd1978 has on his truck. __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2

03-14-2009, 10:28 PM	#43
66chevy PROSTREET SOLD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Poorest state in America(Breaux Bridge,Louisiana) Posts: 370	Re: What do you guys think of this... got it all installed. i would def upgrade to the 8(the one without the dryer) valve block if you order this kit. it works good , but one thing i found out is that the truck has to be running for it to preform the best, so that its getting full voltage at all times. its not the quickest system, but it improved alot by putting the 145/175 switch in. i also put in a check valve ($25) inline before the block to keep air from going back into the tank when the tank pressure is lower than the bag pressure. Attached Images __________________ 1966 CHEVY FLEETSIDE SOLD 11-29-9 TRUCK THREAD- http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=301368&page=2 Last edited by 66chevy PROSTREET; 03-14-2009 at 10:30 PM.

03-14-2009, 10:31 PM	#44
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: What do you guys think of this... Thanks for the update...about how long does it take to raise/lower? This has the 1/4" line, right? How is the controller? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

03-14-2009, 10:33 PM	#45
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: What do you guys think of this... Do they recommend to add a dryer since the block comes w/out one? __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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