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wink_tim · 12-20-2005, 06:37 PM

I think I have made up my mind to put air ride on my truck, matter of fact I even got the green light from the wife. I am in need of any and all feed back as I am clueless. Is the Air Ride Technologies stuff worth the money, it seems a bit pricey. What are the best components, bags, brackets, etc., and where to buy them? Any help appreciated. If you have any experience at all with air ride, then you know more than me. By the way the truck is a 67, coil spring rear.

matthufham · 12-20-2005, 06:43 PM

alot of people go to *****************, you might get a discount for being a member. going there allows you to piece and part your kit together, but going with ART will get you a complete kit with little fabrication. if you're looking to bag it, just get the necessities, if you want to slam it, you'll need to notch the frame, lose the inner fenders, raise the bed floor, then you can go all out and z the frame in front, and/or section the crossmember...

jugernot · 12-20-2005, 09:03 PM

I hope this helps, another member posted this some time ago.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=129463

wink_tim · 12-21-2005, 01:06 AM

I have heard ***************** mentioned alot. Does anyone know what bags are best, I think I heard Firestone #2600. So as I understand it all you need for the rear is bags, bolts, and drill a couple holes? Thanks Guys!

Longstep70 · 12-21-2005, 04:38 PM

Bumpety bump......
I'm interested in this kind of advice too. Like; what size air tank are you guys running and which compressor?
Maybe this thread should be moved to the Suspension forum?

wink_tim · 12-21-2005, 09:07 PM

I called Suicidedoors, those guys are awesome. After discussing what I had and what I wanted to do, I ended up getting their front bag brackets, slam speacialties RE7 bags, Viair 400 compressor, 8 SMC 3/8" valves, a 5-gallon tank, and a few odds and ends to tie it all together(water trap, pressure switch, air line, etc.) It was all about $850 shipped, not as bad as I thaught it would be. I also ordered Air Ride Technologies Ridepro E control system, sway bar, and c-notch from CPP. Wish me luck!

**Hart_Rod** · 12-21-2005, 10:19 PM

Here's a link to my build-up with ART stuff:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=174330

Longstep70 · 12-22-2005, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wink_tim

I called Suicidedoors, those guys are awesome. After discussing what I had and what I wanted to do, I ended up getting their front bag brackets, slam speacialties RE7 bags, Viair 400 compressor, 8 SMC 3/8" valves, a 5-gallon tank, and a few odds and ends to tie it all together(water trap, pressure switch, air line, etc.) It was all about $850 shipped, not as bad as I thaught it would be. I also ordered Air Ride Technologies Ridepro E control system, sway bar, and c-notch from CPP. Wish me luck!

Hey man, let me know how you get on with that stuff. it is very close to the list I've been drawing up. I just haven't bitten the bullet yet.
Good luck and keep us posted, I'm very interested to hear how you get on.

Hart_Rob; thanks for that link - awesome info. Two thumbs aloft.

wink_tim · 01-08-2006, 02:10 PM

Well I finaly gathered most of the parts together to start work on my air ride. Last week my brother and I rewired my truck with a kit from painless, and I went ahead and upgraded the alternator to an internaly regulated model. I figured it was time to stop counting on 39 year old wiring with the addition of these modern electrical components. One minor change to my original parts list, CPP pissed me off ,thats a different story, so I ordered my C-notch from GMC Pauls, sway bar from ECE, and gauges and 7 rocker switch box from suicidedoors. Went out and took a couple of before pics so we will have something to compare to. Now if I can get this pile of parts where they need to be....

K5KRAZIE · 01-08-2006, 02:56 PM

Alright bro, you have no options here you either keep us posted or we will be forced to come over and see it for ourselves..........
AWESOME!

wink_tim · 01-08-2006, 03:42 PM

Right on!

72BlckButy · 01-08-2006, 04:05 PM

Definitely want to find out how this turns out... Good luck on the install!!!

project76 · 01-08-2006, 10:26 PM

Good luck, hope everything goes smoothly with the install. As stated many times, keep the pics flowing. I also had a great experience with the guys at suicidedoors.

Longstep70 · 01-09-2006, 01:51 PM

Looking good so far.
Did you decide not to go with the Ride Pro-e??

**lolife99** · 01-09-2006, 06:42 PM

Nice Truck! I will be watching.

Skruffy · 01-09-2006, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Definitely want to find out how this turns out... Good luck on the install!!!

What I have yet to see answered is: How does it ride? I prefer the stock ride height or maybe 1' or 2" drop, but I want to know how they affect the ride, handling, what about dependability, etc. I don't want a bag to fail when I'm at 80 in bumper - to - bumper traffic.

Green Machine · 01-09-2006, 10:09 PM

Don't wanna hijack this thread but since we are talking about airbags i was wondering if adding airbags makes any difference in handling or in the ride quality to a stock truck

wink_tim · 01-09-2006, 11:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skruffy

What I have yet to see answered is: How does it ride? I prefer the stock ride height or maybe 1' or 2" drop, but I want to know how they affect the ride, handling, what about dependability, etc. I don't want a bag to fail when I'm at 80 in bumper - to - bumper traffic.

I would say that if you prefer stock ride hieght or only a 1" or 2" drop then don't waste your money.

wink_tim · 01-09-2006, 11:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longstep70

Looking good so far.
Did you decide not to go with the Ride Pro-e??

Yeah, I changed me mind. I decide to take that extra expense and put it towards a painless wiring harness. I can always add a digital ride control latter.

Skruffy · 01-10-2006, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wink_tim

I would say that if you prefer stock ride hieght or only a 1" or 2" drop then don't waste your money.

That's what I was thinking. I just wondered if there was some advantage I was missing. My next question would be about coil-overs, but I don't want to hijack the thread.

**N2TRUX** · 01-10-2006, 11:32 AM

It looks like you are off to a good start. Keep us posted on your progress.

Here's some pics of a 68 that just got bagged- More info inside

**N2TRUX** · 01-10-2006, 11:35 AM

For those of you asking questions regarding ride and handleinglook here-Chevy Hiperformance It's an article about a bunch of bagged vehicles spending a day at the track....

wink_tim · 01-10-2006, 01:31 PM

Thanks for the links N2TRUX, great info!

BigSky71 · 01-10-2006, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

For those of you asking questions regarding ride and handleinglook here-Chevy Hiperformance It's an article about a bunch of bagged vehicles spending a day at the track....

Good article, entertaining read. I am confused about their comments on the 62 Impala though, "Friends, this thing rolls like a Spanish Galleon facing a nasty day in the North Atlantic--". Hmm, is that good or bad? Either it sloshes around like a boat, or it is the best ship in the perverbal sea. They go on to say it goes around corners nice anyway... those crazy magazine guys.

wink_tim · 01-10-2006, 06:24 PM

Well for those who like pictures here are a few of the progress I have made.

12-20-2005, 06:37 PM	#1
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Air Ride For Dummies I think I have made up my mind to put air ride on my truck, matter of fact I even got the green light from the wife. I am in need of any and all feed back as I am clueless. Is the Air Ride Technologies stuff worth the money, it seems a bit pricey. What are the best components, bags, brackets, etc., and where to buy them? Any help appreciated. If you have any experience at all with air ride, then you know more than me. By the way the truck is a 67, coil spring rear. __________________ 67 SWB

12-20-2005, 09:03 PM	#3
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Re: Air Ride For Dummies I hope this helps, another member posted this some time ago. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=129463 __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082

12-21-2005, 01:06 AM	#4
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Re: Air Ride For Dummies I have heard ***************** mentioned alot. Does anyone know what bags are best, I think I heard Firestone #2600. So as I understand it all you need for the rear is bags, bolts, and drill a couple holes? Thanks Guys! __________________ 67 SWB

12-21-2005, 04:38 PM	#5
Longstep70 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: San Jose , Ca Posts: 235	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Bumpety bump...... I'm interested in this kind of advice too. Like; what size air tank are you guys running and which compressor? Maybe this thread should be moved to the Suspension forum?

12-21-2005, 09:07 PM	#6
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Re: Air Ride For Dummies I called Suicidedoors, those guys are awesome. After discussing what I had and what I wanted to do, I ended up getting their front bag brackets, slam speacialties RE7 bags, Viair 400 compressor, 8 SMC 3/8" valves, a 5-gallon tank, and a few odds and ends to tie it all together(water trap, pressure switch, air line, etc.) It was all about $850 shipped, not as bad as I thaught it would be. I also ordered Air Ride Technologies Ridepro E control system, sway bar, and c-notch from CPP. Wish me luck! __________________ 67 SWB

12-20-2005, 06:43 PM	#2
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	Re: Air Ride For Dummies alot of people go to ****************, you might get a discount for being a member. going there allows you to piece and part your kit together, but going with ART will get you a complete kit with little fabrication. if you're looking to bag it, just get the necessities, if you want to slam it, you'll need to notch the frame, lose the inner fenders, raise the bed floor, then you can go all out and z the frame in front, and/or section the crossmember... Last edited by matthufham; 12-20-2005 at 06:46 PM.*

12-21-2005, 10:19 PM	#7
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Here's a link to my build-up with ART stuff: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=174330 __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

01-08-2006, 02:10 PM	#9
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Well I finaly gathered most of the parts together to start work on my air ride. Last week my brother and I rewired my truck with a kit from painless, and I went ahead and upgraded the alternator to an internaly regulated model. I figured it was time to stop counting on 39 year old wiring with the addition of these modern electrical components. One minor change to my original parts list, CPP pissed me off ,thats a different story, so I ordered my C-notch from GMC Pauls, sway bar from ECE, and gauges and 7 rocker switch box from suicidedoors. Went out and took a couple of before pics so we will have something to compare to. Now if I can get this pile of parts where they need to be.... Attached Images __________________ 67 SWB

01-08-2006, 02:56 PM	#10
K5KRAZIE Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Wa. State Posts: 352	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Alright bro, you have no options here you either keep us posted or we will be forced to come over and see it for ourselves.......... AWESOME! __________________ TRUCKS '72 K5 '06 mega dually

01-08-2006, 03:42 PM	#11
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Right on! __________________ 67 SWB

01-08-2006, 04:05 PM	#12
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Definitely want to find out how this turns out... Good luck on the install!!! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

01-08-2006, 10:26 PM	#13
project76 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cecil County Maryland Posts: 135	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Good luck, hope everything goes smoothly with the install. As stated many times, keep the pics flowing. I also had a great experience with the guys at suicidedoors. __________________ Brandon project 67 swb bagged on 20" Coddingtons

01-09-2006, 01:51 PM	#14
Longstep70 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: San Jose , Ca Posts: 235	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Looking good so far. Did you decide not to go with the Ride Pro-e??

01-09-2006, 06:42 PM	#15
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Nice Truck! I will be watching. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

01-09-2006, 10:09 PM	#17
Green Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Estherville, Iowa Posts: 3,371	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Don't wanna hijack this thread but since we are talking about airbags i was wondering if adding airbags makes any difference in handling or in the ride quality to a stock truck __________________ 1968 C10 307 3spd Long Fleet ------ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=201103 1970 C10 305 Super T10 Long Fleet --- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=202285 1971 C20 383 TH350 Dana Posi ----- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206894 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 C3 6.0 Last edited by Green Machine; 01-09-2006 at 10:10 PM.



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01-10-2006, 11:32 AM	#21
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Air Ride For Dummies It looks like you are off to a good start. Keep us posted on your progress. Here's some pics of a 68 that just got bagged- More info inside __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-10-2006, 11:35 AM	#22
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Air Ride For Dummies For those of you asking questions regarding ride and handleinglook here-Chevy Hiperformance It's an article about a bunch of bagged vehicles spending a day at the track.... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-10-2006, 01:31 PM	#23
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Thanks for the links N2TRUX, great info! __________________ 67 SWB

01-10-2006, 06:24 PM	#25
wink_tim Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 120	Re: Air Ride For Dummies Well for those who like pictures here are a few of the progress I have made. Attached Images __________________ 67 SWB

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