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We "Got Air" AccuAir to be exact! I have the first part of the system installed and working now I just need to mount and set all the ride height sensor's and this stage will be done until the body comes off. Here are just a few pics because I will be doing a full write up once it is all finished up and working.

But so far I have 8hrs into it start to finish and I was working at a semi relaxed pace. With the tanks empty it was less then 4 min for them to fill and sut off and I am running (2) 3 gal tanks. With the system filled and the vehicle laid out it went to all the way down to all the way up in under 3 seconds and the tanks were filled again in the 2 min.

So right all lines are ran and hooked up but mounting is temporary until the body comes off so I can do it how I want with ease. Also all wiring is temp because their is no vehicle wiring in the Tahoe at this time. Also I have 10" of total lift!!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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That's dayum sweet!!!!!

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The leveling sensors pictured. Are those just simple single pole double throw switches from an electrical stand point? Eventually I want to do bags like on LoBuck, and those look like the cats meow for maintaining level.

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No their are far from simple but I don't know how to properly explain how they work. They sense through the entire range of motion and will return your vehicle to any of your preset points on command with in about 1/8" every time! Keep a look out for my How-To install on AccuAir and I am sure the owners will chime in with tech info.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Correct me if I'm wrong but they probably measure the difference in resistance(something like a fuel level sending unit) I think you can see them almost like a potential meter.

Looks like a nice set though, Is your engine already in the correct position? Looks like it sits under quite an angle.

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Most of those level sensors I've seen are just linear potentiometers. Would be simple to rig something up from Radio Shack. The challenge is that you need a control unit with sensor inputs and firmware to use the signals and act accordingly. Plus I'm sure the sensors in the AccuAir kit are nicely sealed for exposure to the elements.

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man i just spent like 12 hours reading this whole thread. Your work is amazing cant wait to see more of what you have in store

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Right location but the tail shaft needs to come up 2" Right now it is at 6.5* and it will be up at 3* when done. I have some firewall and intake interference that my new English Wheel and Bead roller will help eliminate;)

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Small progress but progress all the same. I made the tabs to hold my front height sensors and tacked them in to make sure everything fit and the through was correct for the sensor travel. See even know my system has about 10" of lift the sensor can only see 2 3/4" during that full range of motion. Now that I know everything clears during full cycling and turning I will pull the brackets off and punch them out to follow the look I have started on all my other brackets.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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You swept the shop?

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Yep I kept finding blue dust every were!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Kevin, what are the plans for the 41-46 chevy? Can you tell us a little more about it? Thanks.

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I see. I did not realize that there were multi-height settings. Thanks.

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amazing work. thanks for the updates. keep them coming

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Kevin,

Movin right along! I might have to come by and check out the progress!
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You know were I live! 4:30 +

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Who's is this???

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Thanks kevin, makes sense now, yah that will work no problem, btw, looks great dropped down, but is the front 1/2 inch higher than the rear, may have to do some tinkering yet. Looks great none the less.

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yeah, who's is that?

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Yes the front is a bit higher then the rear because I have a 4x4 under the crossmember because I still need to clearance the top of my spindle. It binds just before laying out and I have not had a chance to pull it apart to mod that yet. Good eye!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Well the front sensors are hooked up and real close to the 2 3/4" of travel they require. My fine tuning now will just be a matter of moving the lower mount tab in or out on the lower control arm. I also have the rears made but I did not have time tonight to shorten the links. I will do that Thursday after work and then let the system tune it self!!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Very nice install, looks sweet, and sure will look awesome when finished. Must be nice to not have to worry about the p/s box mounting since u have the rack, thats always good, makes for a nice mirror image on the parts. Again, great work....

BRAD

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No comment on the mystery tahoe?

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Frizzle Fry
The tahoe pic I posted was posted on Craigslist located in san bruno, ca. you might be able to find in if you search the san fransico autos 4 sale section. THIS IS NOT MINE just saw it on craigslist. Hope that solves the mystery.
Tony from Norcal

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Sorry for the hijack Kev. Thanks for the info 64shortc10. I'm not interested in buying another one. It's just interesting how one is build and obviously influenced by projects on this board, yet not posted here.

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Hey Fry we need to go together and buy that one and CRUSH IT to keep ours more rare!

So I think this makes 4 Tahoes in the works that I am aware of so far. (2) 4 doors and 2 of the rare 3 doors. The big question is who will have one finished up and completed first:lol:

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Don't fall for it. I've seen how this plays out on those reality gameshows... first you band together to get rid of the "other" one, then when that's done...

http://www.panama-guide.com/images/a...0529456_15.jpg

/there can be only one :devil:

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Well, mine technically was a driver as a Tahoe for a while. But as to when it's DONE done I wouldn't put money on mine, but you never know. We both have a pretty good case of project ADD :lol: You seem to have yours pretty well under control for the moment. :)

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Lets see, I have the Tahoe, 51 F1 pu, 67 Chevell SS, Tube chassis Rock crawler, 70 LWB (not sure why) and now that I have my English Wheel I am already dreaming up a killer 34 Roadster PU not to mention customer builds to play with as well. ADD... not me:lol:

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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lol, so is there any chance you 2 guys' "tahoes" gonna picture side by side? that would be pretty cool

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what happen to the blazer , low buck ,and the free C20 truck

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The Blazer went to Carter Hickman, Low buck is finished (no ADD their) and the C20 is the LWB mentioned above;)

Yes I am sure if we ever get them done they will meet for a photo opp.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Wow! Great build and even better coverage. Can't wait to see it finished. You are a great source of inspiration, man! Thanks!

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Yes they will meet for a photo op.

I didn't know you sold the Blazer. Sounded like you had some huge tricks up your sleeve for it. What about your wife's GMC?

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Hmm! LFD vs FF! Sound like a boxing match! "Okay fellows. No welding below the belt! At the sound of the bell, come out welding!" :lol:

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Thats gone as well. I decided to get serious about full on sheet metal fabrication and I just had way to many irons in the fire to put the time forward that I need to. So I sold off a few things, saved up about 11K for a few more pieces of equipment and I am moving forward in a lightly new direction.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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There's no vs. here. They'll get done when it's time for them to get done. No doubt that won't be at the same time :lol:

Sounds like a wise move Kevin. Capability brings far more opportunity than possessions (unless those possessions are tools!).

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Sounds like a wise move Kevin. Capability brings far more opportunity than possessions (unless those possessions are tools!).

Awsome quote FF!!

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No Tahoe progress, I need to jack it up and rearrange a few things on the AccuAir then roll it out of the shop and due the How-To article.

But I did play a bit to night with the 41. The owner wants a 1 piece hood and not the 4 piece they have stock. He also wants it to open from the front and that means it needs to hinge in the rear. Problem with that is these hoods are singe skin and have no bracing to speak of. So I am working on a rear hood brace that once finished will weld to the rear and about the rear 8" of the side of the hood. Then the hinges will mount to this piece. So here is the start of that brace. This is just the mock up piece and once all the shapes are figured out I will make the final piece.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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Nice work!