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tech1 · 10-03-2009, 10:18 AM

I was looking at the new Brothers web page and see they have a 4 wheel Air Ride kit for about $1600. Has anyone used this kit? Is it any good? I want to drop my truck at shows but don't want to notch the frame. I have a 3/4 drop and want lower but be able to drive it with out rubbing the frame or headers.
Thanks

Item: ARK6772
Item: ARKCOMP

Zoomin · 10-03-2009, 07:20 PM

Curious about this myself.

ttt

tech1 · 10-04-2009, 08:10 PM

Anyone?

**N2TRUX** · 10-04-2009, 10:46 PM

I have never used it, but it looks like quality components. The only thing I see that I think should be upgraded is the air tank. A 2 gallon tank isn't going to be big enough.

tech1 · 10-05-2009, 07:48 AM

What size would you upgrade to? How low will it drop without notching the frame?

TonyJohnson · 10-05-2009, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tech1

I was looking at the new Brothers web page and see they have a 4 wheel Air Ride kit for about $1600. Has anyone used this kit? Is it any good? I want to drop my truck at shows but don't want to notch the frame. I have a 3/4 drop and want lower but be able to drive it with out rubbing the frame or headers.
Thanks

Item: ARK6772
Item: ARKCOMP

I can't find the item.

tech1 · 10-05-2009, 08:22 AM

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=ARK6772

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=ARKCOMP

TonyJohnson · 10-05-2009, 08:32 AM

Maybe I'm missing something, but that first link isn't for a 4wd. It's for coil spring suspension.

**N2TRUX** · 10-05-2009, 10:53 AM

Tony I think you miss read his first post. He didn't say it was for a 4wd wheel drive, he said "4 wheel Air Ride kit " meaning it has air ride on all 4 corners.

I would run at least a 3 gallon, but two 3's or a 5 gallon would be better.

Your probably going to get a total of 4-5" drop before you hit the frame.

Why are you opposed to a C-Notch?

TonyJohnson · 10-05-2009, 11:22 AM

Oops, nevermind...

tech1 · 10-05-2009, 11:51 AM

The truck is done and the frame is powder coated and perfect.

71tahoe · 10-05-2009, 12:02 PM

I say you'll get more than 6" drop before you hit the frame since vendors sell 6" drop springs to be used without a notch (ECE). The front is probably where you'll scrape the headers.

It's an adjustable suspension - raise when you need to.

tech1 · 10-05-2009, 12:08 PM

I just wanted an idea of how it will look when i'm at a show and drop it down. Will I gain alot more then the 3"/4" drop I have now.

**N2TRUX** · 10-05-2009, 01:29 PM

Yes, I would say that you will almost double that. If you really want to take full advantage of it, do a bolt in C-notch. You can always powder coat the notch to match.

Kontrol Phreaks · 10-05-2009, 02:14 PM

If you want to get an general idea of how low it's going to sit with air on it why not take some simple measurements. You can measure the distance from the center of the rear-end housing up to the bed floor (X) and then measure the distance from the axle tube to the bottom of the frame (Y). By measuring those two points you will be able to see where the rear-end will be in relation to the bed floor when the axle hits the frame, or if the rear-end will come in contact with the floor before the axle tube touches.

If the axle touches the frame first, then take measurement (Y) and measure down off the fender opening to see where the body will be when aired down. You can also take the same measurement (Y) and subtract that from however far the trucks chassis is off the ground and it will tell you appx. how low the trucks chassis will be as well.

Remember this is going to get you a ball park idea of how low the truck will be.

Good luck with the project.

Ackattack · 10-05-2009, 02:26 PM

I have a mild notch in mine (top of the framerail is not modified). With airbags and 2" blocks the the pumpkin will almost touch the bed floor.

**67cheby** · 10-05-2009, 03:15 PM

Just fyi, when you start lowering you cant stop , its like crack for your truck , i started with a static drop had the chassis complete , then i went to air bags with bolt in c-notch, still not enough now i have raised my bed floor, in the process of stepping my frame right now , upper and lower strong arms , remote control air ride... anyway you get the drift, be careful its a har addiction to break.. did i mention that i have dreams about gettin a pb dropmember, and all of this started with lowering springs oh and by the way throughout all of these changes i still havent got to drive the truck yet !!!

10-03-2009, 10:18 AM	#1
tech1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orange Ma. USA Posts: 202	Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? I was looking at the new Brothers web page and see they have a 4 wheel Air Ride kit for about $1600. Has anyone used this kit? Is it any good? I want to drop my truck at shows but don't want to notch the frame. I have a 3/4 drop and want lower but be able to drive it with out rubbing the frame or headers. Thanks Item: ARK6772 Item: ARKCOMP __________________ 1970 C10 Step-side (Northeast Top 100 Winner) 1986 MonteCarlo SS Y2K Ford F-150 SC 5.4 Off-road 3.73ls

10-03-2009, 07:20 PM	#2
Zoomin Man of Mini-Talents Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 4,295	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? Curious about this myself. ttt

10-04-2009, 08:10 PM	#3
tech1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orange Ma. USA Posts: 202	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? Anyone? __________________ 1970 C10 Step-side (Northeast Top 100 Winner) 1986 MonteCarlo SS Y2K Ford F-150 SC 5.4 Off-road 3.73ls

10-04-2009, 10:46 PM	#4
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? I have never used it, but it looks like quality components. The only thing I see that I think should be upgraded is the air tank. A 2 gallon tank isn't going to be big enough. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-05-2009, 07:48 AM	#5
tech1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orange Ma. USA Posts: 202	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? What size would you upgrade to? How low will it drop without notching the frame? __________________ 1970 C10 Step-side (Northeast Top 100 Winner) 1986 MonteCarlo SS Y2K Ford F-150 SC 5.4 Off-road 3.73ls

10-05-2009, 08:22 AM	#7
tech1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orange Ma. USA Posts: 202	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=ARK6772 http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=ARKCOMP __________________ 1970 C10 Step-side (Northeast Top 100 Winner) 1986 MonteCarlo SS Y2K Ford F-150 SC 5.4 Off-road 3.73ls

10-05-2009, 08:32 AM	#8
TonyJohnson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cheboygan, MI Posts: 998	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? Maybe I'm missing something, but that first link isn't for a 4wd. It's for coil spring suspension. __________________ Tony Johnson -- '71 Blazer w/L-31 Vortec 350, SM465, NP205, performer intake, edelbrock 1406, HEI, 4" lift, Boyd EFI tank, Vintage A/C My Blazer --

10-05-2009, 10:53 AM	#9
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? Tony I think you miss read his first post. He didn't say it was for a 4wd wheel drive, he said "4 wheel Air Ride kit " meaning it has air ride on all 4 corners. I would run at least a 3 gallon, but two 3's or a 5 gallon would be better. Your probably going to get a total of 4-5" drop before you hit the frame. Why are you opposed to a C-Notch? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-05-2009, 11:22 AM	#10
TonyJohnson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cheboygan, MI Posts: 998	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? Oops, nevermind... __________________ Tony Johnson -- '71 Blazer w/L-31 Vortec 350, SM465, NP205, performer intake, edelbrock 1406, HEI, 4" lift, Boyd EFI tank, Vintage A/C My Blazer --

10-05-2009, 11:51 AM	#11
tech1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orange Ma. USA Posts: 202	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? The truck is done and the frame is powder coated and perfect. __________________ 1970 C10 Step-side (Northeast Top 100 Winner) 1986 MonteCarlo SS Y2K Ford F-150 SC 5.4 Off-road 3.73ls

10-05-2009, 12:02 PM	#12
71tahoe Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 916	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? I say you'll get more than 6" drop before you hit the frame since vendors sell 6" drop springs to be used without a notch (ECE). The front is probably where you'll scrape the headers. It's an adjustable suspension - raise when you need to.

10-05-2009, 12:08 PM	#13
tech1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Orange Ma. USA Posts: 202	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? I just wanted an idea of how it will look when i'm at a show and drop it down. Will I gain alot more then the 3"/4" drop I have now. __________________ 1970 C10 Step-side (Northeast Top 100 Winner) 1986 MonteCarlo SS Y2K Ford F-150 SC 5.4 Off-road 3.73ls

10-05-2009, 01:29 PM	#14
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? Yes, I would say that you will almost double that. If you really want to take full advantage of it, do a bolt in C-notch. You can always powder coat the notch to match. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-05-2009, 02:14 PM	#15
Kontrol Phreaks Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Central Cali Posts: 242	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? If you want to get an general idea of how low it's going to sit with air on it why not take some simple measurements. You can measure the distance from the center of the rear-end housing up to the bed floor (X) and then measure the distance from the axle tube to the bottom of the frame (Y). By measuring those two points you will be able to see where the rear-end will be in relation to the bed floor when the axle hits the frame, or if the rear-end will come in contact with the floor before the axle tube touches. If the axle touches the frame first, then take measurement (Y) and measure down off the fender opening to see where the body will be when aired down. You can also take the same measurement (Y) and subtract that from however far the trucks chassis is off the ground and it will tell you appx. how low the trucks chassis will be as well. Remember this is going to get you a ball park idea of how low the truck will be. Good luck with the project. __________________ - Clint -

10-05-2009, 02:26 PM	#16
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: Has anyone used the Brothers air ride kit? I have a mild notch in mine (top of the framerail is not modified). With airbags and 2" blocks the the pumpkin will almost touch the bed floor. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index



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