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12-20-2015, 09:13 PM
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Factory air shock options
I have an NOS air shock system for my Custom Camper, but I'm wondering if, like the big B-Bodies, there was a system available from GM with a compressor and ride-height sensor.
It'd make a lot of sense for a tow vehicle. Currently I'd need to air it up at a gas station or before leaving home. But I've never seen an automatic load level setup on these trucks, so I don't know if it even existed beyond what I already have.
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12-21-2015, 12:41 AM
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Re: Factory air shock options
Back then it was fill at schrader valves in the rear bumper
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12-21-2015, 08:32 AM
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Re: Factory air shock options
 That's what I had. I didn't worry so much about psi as it was all in the stance for looks or clearance...  BTW thanks for the memory, mine was also behind my pull down tag...
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12-21-2015, 02:25 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
Check this out for your shocks. I have this installed on my truck as we speak.
I did some modding to it though and added a push button to the gauge to operate the small compressor out back instead of the vacuum pump. I also ended up putting a nice small compressor under the truck.  http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559816
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1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. |
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12-21-2015, 03:21 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
So was there a Delco PleasureLift (or whatever) setup with a vacuum operate compressor sold as an accessory for our trucks? Or what would your setup have been originally?
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12-21-2015, 04:03 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
Mine came for a Caprice Classic that my dad drove as a demo for GM then bought for my mom.
You can find them every now and then on Ebay. Here is one on there now! It's not cheap but it's NOS so he says! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Unit...BVtTO4&vxp=mtr
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1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. |
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12-21-2015, 04:15 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
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I already have the big red NOS air shocks, which is all this was missing, so together I have the whole system now I think!
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12-21-2015, 05:51 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
 Dang you did buy it! Glad I posted it then good deal! I expect a complete install with pictures when you do it! 
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1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. |
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10-04-2019, 12:47 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
This is a old thread but I was thinking this morning. I had forgotten I had this so it will be going in the Ramp truck soon to keep a eye on the air tank I mounted for pumping up tires and such. I want use the vacuum pump though.
Here are some current listings for these on E bay. https://www.ebay.com/itm/352097879305 https://www.ebay.com/itm/311922278019 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Remote-Cont....c100005.m1851 https://www.ebay.com/itm/UNITED-DELC....c100005.m1851
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1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 10-04-2019 at 12:55 PM. |
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10-04-2019, 08:36 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
davepl I still have some NOS air shock fittings in a drawer. PM me if you need any.
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10-12-2019, 09:43 PM
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Re: Factory air shock options
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I ask my daughter was she expecting anything and she said no so I went ahead and opened it. Where these fittings you had left over from back when? I could use a couple of the rubber inserts and ferrell's that go inside the fittings. That's why mine wouldn't ever seal right. I'd be happy to pay for them.
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1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. |
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