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MMM...BRAINS... · 08-12-2011, 09:16 AM

no matter what your set up is (MII, S10, Clip, etc)

what bag size (diameter in inches) are you guys running up front???

Im putting my '50 on an s10 frame (350/700r4) and just ordered some Slam RE7s (yesterday), but am wondering about the ride with the larger bag.

it was between the RE6 or RE7. i went with the RE7 based on "here say" from the s10 forum...but what i DONT want it tooooo soft a ride.

Some say a 6" dia. bag rides too stiff do to higher PSI at ride height and the
7" dia. bag rides smoother.
Im not building some 450hp motor, but i do drive pretty hard at times and dont want a "floaty boat/old caddy" feel, but dont want to be too rough up front either.

Thanks,
Chris

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-12-2011, 09:23 AM

BTW, the only reason i'm asking now is QAR is still "processing" my order so i still have some time to change it (maybe today) if i need.
THanks

blitz'd · 08-12-2011, 12:55 PM

It all depends on how it is setup, shocks, etc. Id go with the bigger bag and fine tune it later to how you want it to ride. If its too soft you can always change shocks to something stiffer later.

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-12-2011, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by blitz'd

It all depends on how it is setup, shocks, etc. Id go with the bigger bag and fine tune it later to how you want it to ride. If its too soft you can always change shocks to something stiffer later.

thanks for the input. i'm prolly just gonna stick with the 7s and see how it goes.

rollinrooster · 08-12-2011, 01:24 PM

Hi, my truck is still in the mock -up stage but i have and will be running re6's in the front and re7's in the rear. My truck is on an '89 s-10 frame with 350/700r4 also. I got a good deal on my bags from a friend of mine who had them laying around (still brand new for half the price

) I had thought about running re7's on front but the deal was to good to pass up and also the re7's require alot more work to fit them in the pocket and not have them rub. I have rode in vehicles with both types in the front and both seem to do just fine.

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-12-2011, 01:29 PM

Thanks rollinrooster. your truck looks great! makes me realize,...ive got a long ways to go. haha.

Rude Dude · 08-12-2011, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by rollinrooster

Hi, my truck is still in the mock -up stage but i have and will be running re6's in the front and re7's in the rear. My truck is on an '89 s-10 frame with 350/700r4 also. I got a good deal on my bags from a friend of mine who had them laying around (still brand new for half the price

) I had thought about running re7's on front but the deal was to good to pass up and also the re7's require alot more work to fit them in the pocket and not have them rub. I have rode in vehicles with both types in the front and both seem to do just fine.

Really nice truck looking good!

SSABMUD · 08-12-2011, 01:48 PM

Good post as I am at that stage also. Has anyone tried those Shockwaves in the front of an S10? I am going to put tubular a-arms on but am not sure I want an air suspension.

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-12-2011, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSABMUD

Good post as I am at that stage also. Has anyone tried those Shockwaves in the front of an S10? I am going to put tubular a-arms on but am not sure I want an air suspension.

my understanding (someone correct me) is shockwaves ride great, but dont have near the lift a normal type bag does. and i THINK the shockwaves "travel" needs to be straight, not in an "arc" motion...but i may be wrong.

Tom@LRD · 08-12-2011, 04:45 PM

The 7" (SS-7 or RE7) Slam bag would be my personal preference on an S10 frame with a V8 to provide the best ride. The RE6 will work, but the pressure it required to handle the load of the V8 will provide a rather stiff ride. Couple with a good set of shocks you will be very happy with the RE7. You will need to offset the bag on the cup towards the spindle about 1/2" and clearance the frame/spring pocket.

SSABMUD · 08-12-2011, 05:28 PM

Thanks guys, I appreciate the help. I only want the "right" stance on the truck, then it will stay there. No laying frame or anything. I do not want it to handle like a ship.The truck has over 600hp, so I want a smooth ride without a bunch of wheel hop if I ever decide to burn them off.

Layedoutsonoma91 · 08-12-2011, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by MMM...BRAINS...

BTW, the only reason i'm asking now is QAR is still "processing" my order so i still have some time to change it (maybe today) if i need.
THanks

Dealing with QAR, your order has potential to be processing for quite a while.
I would use re-7s to re-8s. IMO re-6's are def a no. I have them on the front of my s10. They take alot more psi to get a decent lift. Im going to swap them one day to a bigger bag.

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-12-2011, 09:34 PM

Thanks all. I talked to Ricky & he also said the RE7s were the way to go. As for QAR processing time...I placed the order yesterday & today received an email saying they sent a package out. Guess we will see.
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Layedoutsonoma91 · 08-12-2011, 11:28 PM

They are generally good on other stuff, if its in stock. It just the parts they make that take forever.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 08-14-2011, 01:16 PM

Hate to be the dumb bunny here but who is "QAR"?

Layedoutsonoma91 · 08-14-2011, 01:21 PM

Quality Air Ride, formerly known as *****************

S10Fan · 08-14-2011, 01:34 PM

I'd be curious to see how the S-10 frame guys are running their front shocks. I'm ready for shocks on mine but would like to see what other folks are doing.

Layedoutsonoma91 · 08-15-2011, 12:17 AM

this is my favorite idea, using some tubbing and "sink" the shocks into the frame.

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-15-2011, 09:26 AM

the tubing/sink into frame is what i plan on doing. hopefully be able to maintain full turning radius with that. (depending on wheel/tire combo)

MMM...BRAINS... · 08-16-2011, 08:07 AM

and for the record to elaborate on what layedoutsonoma91 said abt QAR and order processing...I ordered my front bags and cups last thursday (8/11) and got the cups in yesterday (8/15). The bags area a "drop ship" thing so those will take a little longer. but everything i've ordered from QAR/***************** ive always received in a timely manner not to mention how helpful those guys can be.
I'm not picking on layedoutsonoma91, just didn't want any new forum members to think they are a bad company, cause they are not.
BTW, the s10 front bag cups are awesome! look great AND come powder coated!

Layedoutsonoma91 · 08-16-2011, 02:52 PM

Oh trust me, i used to only use them for everything! They have super high quality stuff. I just can't stand buying anything they have to make. When i get ready to order stuff, i can't wait 5 months for it. I need it when i ordered it. Im not knocking their quality. of course anything they drop ship wont be an issue. They just left me with a bad taste the last time i ordered from them. I was told 3 weeks max at time of ordering and got it over 4 months later. I have had multiple friends deal with the same thing. Just trying to save someone else my headaches.

08-12-2011, 09:16 AM	#1
MMM...BRAINS... Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 136	For you Air Ride guys.... no matter what your set up is (MII, S10, Clip, etc) what bag size (diameter in inches) are you guys running up front??? Im putting my '50 on an s10 frame (350/700r4) and just ordered some Slam RE7s (yesterday), but am wondering about the ride with the larger bag. it was between the RE6 or RE7. i went with the RE7 based on "here say" from the s10 forum...but what i DONT want it tooooo soft a ride. Some say a 6" dia. bag rides too stiff do to higher PSI at ride height and the 7" dia. bag rides smoother. Im not building some 450hp motor, but i do drive pretty hard at times and dont want a "floaty boat/old caddy" feel, but dont want to be too rough up front either. Thanks, Chris __________________ "When in Rome we shall do as the Romans,...when in Hell we do shots at the bar."

08-12-2011, 09:23 AM	#2
MMM...BRAINS... Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 136	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... BTW, the only reason i'm asking now is QAR is still "processing" my order so i still have some time to change it (maybe today) if i need. THanks __________________ "When in Rome we shall do as the Romans,...when in Hell we do shots at the bar."

08-12-2011, 12:55 PM	#3
blitz'd vintage car junkie Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Posts: 217	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... It all depends on how it is setup, shocks, etc. Id go with the bigger bag and fine tune it later to how you want it to ride. If its too soft you can always change shocks to something stiffer later. __________________ 1950 chevy truck, s10 swap, bagged, v8, 18s My build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=392761

08-12-2011, 01:24 PM	#5
rollinrooster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Morristown TN. Posts: 355	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Hi, my truck is still in the mock -up stage but i have and will be running re6's in the front and re7's in the rear. My truck is on an '89 s-10 frame with 350/700r4 also. I got a good deal on my bags from a friend of mine who had them laying around (still brand new for half the price) I had thought about running re7's on front but the deal was to good to pass up and also the re7's require alot more work to fit them in the pocket and not have them rub. I have rode in vehicles with both types in the front and both seem to do just fine. Attached Images

08-12-2011, 01:29 PM	#6
MMM...BRAINS... Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 136	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Thanks rollinrooster. your truck looks great! makes me realize,...ive got a long ways to go. haha. __________________ "When in Rome we shall do as the Romans,...when in Hell we do shots at the bar."

08-12-2011, 01:48 PM	#8
SSABMUD Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Canada Posts: 336	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Good post as I am at that stage also. Has anyone tried those Shockwaves in the front of an S10? I am going to put tubular a-arms on but am not sure I want an air suspension. __________________ Wade

08-12-2011, 04:45 PM	#10
Tom@LRD Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Franklin, mASS Posts: 15	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... The 7" (SS-7 or RE7) Slam bag would be my personal preference on an S10 frame with a V8 to provide the best ride. The RE6 will work, but the pressure it required to handle the load of the V8 will provide a rather stiff ride. Couple with a good set of shocks you will be very happy with the RE7. You will need to offset the bag on the cup towards the spindle about 1/2" and clearance the frame/spring pocket. __________________ My 68 C10 Bagged on Wide Whites

08-12-2011, 05:28 PM	#11
SSABMUD Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Red Deer, Alberta Canada Posts: 336	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Thanks guys, I appreciate the help. I only want the "right" stance on the truck, then it will stay there. No laying frame or anything. I do not want it to handle like a ship.The truck has over 600hp, so I want a smooth ride without a bunch of wheel hop if I ever decide to burn them off. __________________ Wade

08-12-2011, 09:34 PM	#13
MMM...BRAINS... Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 136	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Thanks all. I talked to Ricky & he also said the RE7s were the way to go. As for QAR processing time...I placed the order yesterday & today received an email saying they sent a package out. Guess we will see. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "When in Rome we shall do as the Romans,...when in Hell we do shots at the bar."

08-12-2011, 11:28 PM	#14
Layedoutsonoma91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 290	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... They are generally good on other stuff, if its in stock. It just the parts they make that take forever.

08-14-2011, 01:16 PM	#15
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,344	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Hate to be the dumb bunny here but who is "QAR"?

08-14-2011, 01:21 PM	#16
Layedoutsonoma91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 290	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Quality Air Ride, formerly known as *****************

08-14-2011, 01:34 PM	#17
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... I'd be curious to see how the S-10 frame guys are running their front shocks. I'm ready for shocks on mine but would like to see what other folks are doing. __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

08-15-2011, 12:17 AM	#18
Layedoutsonoma91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 290	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... this is my favorite idea, using some tubbing and "sink" the shocks into the frame.

08-15-2011, 09:26 AM	#19
MMM...BRAINS... Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 136	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... the tubing/sink into frame is what i plan on doing. hopefully be able to maintain full turning radius with that. (depending on wheel/tire combo) __________________ "When in Rome we shall do as the Romans,...when in Hell we do shots at the bar."



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08-16-2011, 08:07 AM	#20
MMM...BRAINS... Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 136	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... and for the record to elaborate on what layedoutsonoma91 said abt QAR and order processing...I ordered my front bags and cups last thursday (8/11) and got the cups in yesterday (8/15). The bags area a "drop ship" thing so those will take a little longer. but everything i've ordered from QAR/***************** ive always received in a timely manner not to mention how helpful those guys can be. I'm not picking on layedoutsonoma91, just didn't want any new forum members to think they are a bad company, cause they are not. BTW, the s10 front bag cups are awesome! look great AND come powder coated! __________________ "When in Rome we shall do as the Romans,...when in Hell we do shots at the bar."

08-16-2011, 02:52 PM	#21
Layedoutsonoma91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 290	Re: For you Air Ride guys.... Oh trust me, i used to only use them for everything! They have super high quality stuff. I just can't stand buying anything they have to make. When i get ready to order stuff, i can't wait 5 months for it. I need it when i ordered it. Im not knocking their quality. of course anything they drop ship wont be an issue. They just left me with a bad taste the last time i ordered from them. I was told 3 weeks max at time of ordering and got it over 4 months later. I have had multiple friends deal with the same thing. Just trying to save someone else my headaches.

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