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nate68 · 01-04-2005, 08:09 PM

does anyone know how much of a weight savings these are?

XXL · 01-04-2005, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by nate68

does anyone know how much of a weight savings these are?

Insignificant at best.

smbrouss70 · 01-05-2005, 05:32 PM

What about the sway bar mounts? Will they accept the factory style sway bar with two bolts on either side or do you need an aftermarket type with the single bolt endlinks?

72dually · 02-03-2005, 12:34 AM

Just curious if the price has changed on the complete coolride w/arms as posted by shev from suicide doors?
I already purchased there plates and cups a couple month's ago, guess I wont be using the cups if I decide to go this route
Thanks

SCOTI · 02-03-2005, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70

What about the sway bar mounts? Will they accept the factory style sway bar with two bolts on either side or do you need an aftermarket type with the single bolt endlinks?

They require the use of aftermarket 'end-link' style sway-bars.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72dually

Just curious if the price has changed on the complete coolride w/arms as posted by shev from suicide doors?
I already purchased there plates and cups a couple month's ago, guess I wont be using the cups if I decide to go this route
Thanks

I don't know about the prices from SD's, but the plates will need to be notched @ the bag mounting holes as the AirRide arms move the bag slightly forward vs. a stock lower a-arm w/cups & bag.

Shev · 02-03-2005, 01:03 PM

The SD deal is still good...just tell Jason which board you saw it on. I would just order a set of Art plates when you order the arms (they are only like $25 for the set) and sell the kit you bought already. If you buy the complete coolride kit it comes with the correct plates...

Ooops...forgot one thing, you could always send back the SD kit you already have and get full credit for it...one of the great things about Jason, no restocking fees...

**Captkaos** · 02-03-2005, 01:58 PM

I just noticed this thread and just wanted to say cool pics. (I know I am late, but it bumped the post again.)

72dually · 02-03-2005, 09:19 PM

Thanks for the reply's
Im considering the whole shabang, but I'd like to hear from all sides, I love the detailed write up by MrShelley, who didnt do the arms, and I see the detailed write up this month (march issue) of StreetTrucks on the strong arm coolride set-up, but this is a magazine feature, which are known to sugar coat. Are the strong arms that exceptional?

SCOTI · 02-04-2005, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 72dually

..... I love the detailed write up by MrShelley, who didnt do the arms, and I see the detailed write up this month (march issue) of StreetTrucks on the strong arm coolride set-up, but this is a magazine feature, which are known to sugar coat. Are the strong arms that exceptional?

They are well built & look nice. They correct geometry issues that arise from lowering. They can use either rubber or poly bushings, whichever you prefer. Their down side? . . ..... Cost.

72dually · 02-04-2005, 09:48 PM

Thanks SCOTI..........I understand the benefits, and yes there perty, but Im curious if the difference in handling/ride quality is that substancial, versus an air bagged truck w/stock control arms?
Also, how low before the geometry issue's come into play?

Thanks

SCOTI · 02-04-2005, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72dually

..... Im curious if the difference in handling/ride quality is that substancial, versus an air bagged truck w/stock control arms?
Also, how low before the geometry issue's come into play?

Thanks

Ride quality won't change. The handling will improve because of better BJ angles & improved caster vs. stock arms limits.

XXL · 02-05-2005, 12:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72dually

Thanks SCOTI..........I understand the benefits, and yes there perty, but Im curious if the difference in handling/ride quality is that substancial, versus an air bagged truck w/stock control arms?
Also, how low before the geometry issue's come into play?

Thanks

2Â° KPI instead of the factory 4Â°. When you drop the truck a lot without moving the KPI more toward vertical you end up with go-kart-itis in the steering... as in serious bump-steer.

72dually · 02-05-2005, 10:03 PM

Thanks guys, thats what I was looking for, I have plenty of expierence w/bump steer from my short track days, I should have figured that out, thanks for jaring my memory

bagged72blaz · 02-06-2005, 10:11 PM

How much ground clearance is gained over stock lower arms?

SCOTI · 02-07-2005, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bagged72blaz

How much ground clearance is gained over stock lower arms?

None. Where the arms attach to the bottom of the crossmember is still the lowest point.

luckydog · 02-07-2005, 02:31 PM

Will the arms get you any lower than stock arms? I don't think this question has been asked yet, but I just skimmed through it.

72dually · 02-07-2005, 10:43 PM

Shev...............Just a couple more dumb questions.......Im ready to buy the strong arm/coolride kit, are they only available in black, I prefer the silver, and what type of bags and brand are in this kit?

Thanks

72dually · 02-08-2005, 11:17 PM

Can anyone answer my question, as Im getting home to late to call myself, I appreciate any details you can provide

Thanks

cysko9 · 02-08-2005, 11:45 PM

i think they only come in the black, im more sure of that if you purchase them from suicidedoors... and the bags that it comes with are firestone. at least thats what they gave me

72dually · 02-09-2005, 12:44 AM

Thanks cysko9.............I was starting to think it was a big secret

That changed my mind, too some, might not be a big deal, but It changes the theme I had planned, anyone else have deals going?

XXL · 02-09-2005, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by cysko9

i think they only come in the black, im more sure of that if you purchase them from suicidedoors... and the bags that it comes with are firestone. at least thats what they gave me

cysko9 is correct... black. But a new color is just a powdercoat away.

72dually · 02-12-2005, 07:00 PM

Yep, just more money, I might as well pay the extra and get what I want, plus different bags

bagged72blaz · 02-13-2005, 09:01 PM

Do you think it would hurt to just buy the lower arms and upper latter? My lower arms have taken a beating.

XXL · 02-13-2005, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by bagged72blaz

Do you think it would hurt to just buy the lower arms and upper latter? My lower arms have taken a beating.

I don't think ART offers them that way.

cysko9 · 02-13-2005, 09:43 PM

I'll just sell you my set of origionals.... they are in decent shape... surface rust. I can snap some pictures if your interested.

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02-03-2005, 01:03 PM	#56
Shev Head Peon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Imlay City MI Posts: 296	The SD deal is still good...just tell Jason which board you saw it on. I would just order a set of Art plates when you order the arms (they are only like $25 for the set) and sell the kit you bought already. If you buy the complete coolride kit it comes with the correct plates... Ooops...forgot one thing, you could always send back the SD kit you already have and get full credit for it...one of the great things about Jason, no restocking fees... __________________ '72 Suburban, factory tilt, tach, front & rear AC, front & rear disc brakes, 383/700-R4 Last edited by Shev; 02-03-2005 at 06:20 PM.

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02-06-2005, 10:11 PM	#64
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02-03-2005, 12:34 AM	#54
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Just curious if the price has changed on the complete coolride w/arms as posted by shev from suicide doors? I already purchased there plates and cups a couple month's ago, guess I wont be using the cups if I decide to go this route Thanks

02-03-2005, 09:19 PM	#58
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Thanks for the reply's Im considering the whole shabang, but I'd like to hear from all sides, I love the detailed write up by MrShelley, who didnt do the arms, and I see the detailed write up this month (march issue) of StreetTrucks on the strong arm coolride set-up, but this is a magazine feature, which are known to sugar coat. Are the strong arms that exceptional?

02-04-2005, 09:48 PM	#60
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Thanks SCOTI..........I understand the benefits, and yes there perty, but Im curious if the difference in handling/ride quality is that substancial, versus an air bagged truck w/stock control arms? Also, how low before the geometry issue's come into play? Thanks

02-05-2005, 10:03 PM	#63
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Thanks guys, thats what I was looking for, I have plenty of expierence w/bump steer from my short track days, I should have figured that out, thanks for jaring my memory

02-07-2005, 02:31 PM	#66
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02-07-2005, 10:43 PM	#67
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Shev...............Just a couple more dumb questions.......Im ready to buy the strong arm/coolride kit, are they only available in black, I prefer the silver, and what type of bags and brand are in this kit? Thanks

02-08-2005, 11:17 PM	#68
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Can anyone answer my question, as Im getting home to late to call myself, I appreciate any details you can provide Thanks

02-08-2005, 11:45 PM	#69
cysko9 MI '69 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 314	i think they only come in the black, im more sure of that if you purchase them from suicidedoors... and the bags that it comes with are firestone. at least thats what they gave me __________________ 1967 Chevy (Project Frankenstein) 1973 K5 Blazer

02-09-2005, 12:44 AM	#70
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Thanks cysko9.............I was starting to think it was a big secret That changed my mind, too some, might not be a big deal, but It changes the theme I had planned, anyone else have deals going?

02-12-2005, 07:00 PM	#72
72dually Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Northern Arizona Posts: 687	Yep, just more money, I might as well pay the extra and get what I want, plus different bags



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02-13-2005, 09:01 PM	#73
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