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No progress but I did pick up a few new toys that will find their way into this build. Also here is a shot of the next customer build that will be rolling in as soon as the AccuAir is all installed in the Tahoe.
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Damm, I wish I did not have to spend so much time studying, because I would probably move into you shop. A few more months and it will all be over. PM sent to you about the pictures attached below
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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. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] Last edited by Rokcrln; 08-09-2009 at 11:32 PM. |
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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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That's dayum sweet!!!!!
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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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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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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!!
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yeah, who's is that?
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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....
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No comment on the mystery tahoe?
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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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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 Kevin LFD Inc. Last edited by Rokcrln; 08-16-2009 at 09:52 AM. |
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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 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
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what happen to the blazer , low buck ,and the free C20 truck
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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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