Air Bag Ride Quality

[snacob14]

Whatsup, I'm very new to this type of build up. I am getting ready to tear down the truck to the frame. While this is going on I will be installing an air ride suspension. To start out I will be buying some firestones for the front and rear, 2500 for the rear, 2600 for the front. Some front cups and plates, and notching the rear of hte frame. I will be installing a 2 1/2" -3" front lowing spindle as well. In the rear I will be using hte stock spring locations as of right now. I'm hoping to get a very low resting stance along with a good looking low stance while inflated to driving conditions.

OK, the Question now. I stopped by a very reputable hotrod shop in the st. louis area. they do many total restores throughout the year. And I mean they do everything from coating frames to leather interiors. I basically went by to pick the guys brain on restorations and asked him some questions about airbags. He basically told me to expect a rougher ride that stock and a stiffer suspension over all. Now, to me I can kind of see his point, but I also completely don't understand. I would tink tthat I could adjust the psi in the bags to give me a nice smooth ride that soaks up the small stuff but not something that rides like a hay wagon. please, those of you with air ride, chime in and help me with this problem. I will be going with a very intermediate setup initially. Basically they will be inflated by me and not a tank and compressor until I can afford to do it right. thanks ahead of time.