Attention All Air Baggers.. - Page 4 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**way2lo2** · 03-06-2011, 10:37 AM

I will post a video.
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DLOE65 · 03-07-2011, 03:39 AM

These are pretty awesome, nickel plated, stainless internals, 1/8" NPT ports so you can use any push to connect fittings with them. Super nice quality. Same functions as the paddles plus a exhaust port.

laid_out_70 · 03-07-2011, 04:15 AM

^ those are sweet! im figuring 8 are needed?

DLOE65 · 03-07-2011, 04:20 AM

nope only 4, each valve has a fill and dump.

**way2lo2** · 03-07-2011, 08:57 AM

where do you get those?

jlaird · 03-08-2011, 12:11 PM

I want to know too. Where are those manual valves from?

DLOE65 · 03-08-2011, 01:46 PM

I am getting them made, should have them avail in a few weeks.
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memphisrain · 03-08-2011, 06:28 PM

Found a video of an S10 with paddle valves and 1/4" line:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOVfFxWyVpU

May be others can comment if this is a good idea of what one could expect as far as fill/dump speed is concerned. If this is about right, seems pretty reasonable to me.

mR

DLOE65 · 03-08-2011, 06:36 PM

There are a few thinks to look at.. This guys truck seems a little slow on the lift.

How did he plumb his system?
What tank pressure is he running?
Was this 2 paddles (1 for front 1 for rear)
Or 4 paddles ( 1 per tire).
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roofingbloke · 03-09-2011, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DLOE65

I am getting them made, should have them avail in a few weeks.
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Any prices,

**N2TRUX** · 03-09-2011, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by DLOE65

....This guys truck seems a little slow on the lift.

I agree. The drop seems about right, but lift should be a bit faster.

61_FL_Apache · 03-09-2011, 09:57 AM

That must be from too low pressure or volume. I had bags on the front of my 65 with 1/4 lines and it would fill in 4-5 seconds.

slimneverdies · 03-09-2011, 10:02 AM

Im glad you guys posted an example of the setup. You guys have anymore videos of the paddles lift and drop? That was a little too slow for my taste.
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crookedcounty · 03-16-2011, 02:41 AM

newb question: with the rest of the fab work done (bridge, control arms......) can i lay frame with this system and still have a reasonable ride height

**way2lo2** · 03-16-2011, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by crookedcounty

newb question: with the rest of the fab work done (bridge, control arms......) can i lay frame with this system and still have a reasonable ride height

The air management whether solenoid type valves, ball valves, paddle valves, or any other valve will not keep you for laying frame or get you to lay frame for that matter if your truck is not mechanically designed to lay frame. The ride height as well will be the same as any other valve.

bguild · 03-16-2011, 09:42 AM

Waytolow--- question for you..
The valve and gauges can they be disassembled in order to place in my dash? I plan to weld up the hole in my truck dash where the AC/heat controls are and I want to add the gauges and switches to that area? My question is can they be mounted that way or is the black plate what your stuck with? I really dont want that sticking down from my dash because I dont think it would look good.
Thanks0

jjjmm56 · 03-16-2011, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by bguild

Waytolow--- question for you..
The valve and gauges can they be disassembled in order to place in my dash? I plan to weld up the hole in my truck dash where the AC/heat controls are and I want to add the gauges and switches to that area? My question is can they be mounted that way or is the black plate what your stuck with? I really dont want that sticking down from my dash because I dont think it would look good.
Thanks0

Yes I mounted mine in a center console from a neon

**way2lo2** · 03-16-2011, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by bguild

Waytolow--- question for you..
The valve and gauges can they be disassembled in order to place in my dash? I plan to weld up the hole in my truck dash where the AC/heat controls are and I want to add the gauges and switches to that area? My question is can they be mounted that way or is the black plate what your stuck with? I really dont want that sticking down from my dash because I dont think it would look good.
Thanks0

Yes, the panel is fully modular so I can sell you two gauges, 4 paddles, some t's and line and you can mount them wherever you want. I can supply a simple diagram as well.
Thanks

SCOTI · 03-16-2011, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bguild

Waytolow--- question for you..
The valve and gauges can they be disassembled in order to place in my dash? I plan to weld up the hole in my truck dash where the AC/heat controls are and I want to add the gauges and switches to that area? My question is can they be mounted that way or is the black plate what your stuck with? I really dont want that sticking down from my dash because I dont think it would look good.
Thanks0

They mount just like a standard 2 1/8 automotive gauge w/the 'U' bracket on the backside. Cut the hole to size, poke the gauge through, install the u-bracket on the back-side, install & secure the hardware. Mine are mounted easily within reach but 'out of sight'.

crookedcounty · 03-17-2011, 02:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by way2lo2

The air management whether solenoid type valves, ball valves, paddle valves, or any other valve will not keep you for laying frame or get you to lay frame for that matter if your truck is not mechanically designed to lay frame. The ride height as well will be the same as any other valve.

thanks man im new to the air ride thing and im hoping to slam my truck

bguild · 03-17-2011, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by way2lo2

Yes, the panel is fully modular so I can sell you two gauges, 4 paddles, some t's and line and you can mount them wherever you want. I can supply a simple diagram as well.
Thanks

Do I get 50 bucks off since that plastic mounting plate cost a ton to make

I will buy one of these from you soon.. I just have a few more things that need to come first. I will be in touch.

GCncsuHD · 03-17-2011, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

They mount just like a standard 2 1/8 automotive gauge w/the 'U' bracket on the backside. Cut the hole to size, poke the gauge through, install the u-bracket on the back-side, install & secure the hardware. Mine are mounted easily within reach but 'out of sight'.

You know I have never once used that U-bracket,

My holes have always come out pretty much a press fit, just pushed the gauge in and it has stayed, never had any problems with rotating or pushing back out. I know that's the right way to do it, just never needed it.

Jeffs70 · 06-06-2011, 08:02 AM

some great info here and thinkin on doing this for the time being. you all rock on info thanks

03-06-2011, 10:37 AM	#76
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03-07-2011, 03:39 AM	#77
DLOE65 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 525	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. These are pretty awesome, nickel plated, stainless internals, 1/8" NPT ports so you can use any push to connect fittings with them. Super nice quality. Same functions as the paddles plus a exhaust port. Attached Images

03-07-2011, 04:15 AM	#78
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03-07-2011, 04:20 AM	#79
DLOE65 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 525	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. nope only 4, each valve has a fill and dump.

03-07-2011, 08:57 AM	#80
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03-08-2011, 12:11 PM	#81
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. I want to know too. Where are those manual valves from?

03-08-2011, 01:46 PM	#82
DLOE65 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 525	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. I am getting them made, should have them avail in a few weeks. Posted via Mobile Device

03-08-2011, 06:36 PM	#84
DLOE65 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 525	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. There are a few thinks to look at.. This guys truck seems a little slow on the lift. How did he plumb his system? What tank pressure is he running? Was this 2 paddles (1 for front 1 for rear) Or 4 paddles ( 1 per tire). Posted via Mobile Device

03-09-2011, 09:57 AM	#87
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. That must be from too low pressure or volume. I had bags on the front of my 65 with 1/4 lines and it would fill in 4-5 seconds. __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)

03-09-2011, 10:02 AM	#88
slimneverdies Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Miami now in Vegas Posts: 828	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. Im glad you guys posted an example of the setup. You guys have anymore videos of the paddles lift and drop? That was a little too slow for my taste. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Long live SLIM ------------------ At least try to buy American

03-16-2011, 02:41 AM	#89
crookedcounty Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: crooked county, oregon Posts: 27	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. newb question: with the rest of the fab work done (bridge, control arms......) can i lay frame with this system and still have a reasonable ride height

03-16-2011, 09:42 AM	#91
bguild Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: kansas city mo Posts: 898	Re: Attention All Air Baggers.. Waytolow--- question for you.. The valve and gauges can they be disassembled in order to place in my dash? I plan to weld up the hole in my truck dash where the AC/heat controls are and I want to add the gauges and switches to that area? My question is can they be mounted that way or is the black plate what your stuck with? I really dont want that sticking down from my dash because I dont think it would look good. Thanks0 __________________ Project "Edna Marie"http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...74#post5998074 Toys: 2014 Dodge Ram 1967 SHORTBED

06-06-2011, 08:02 AM	#98
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