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Brian@AirLift · 12-15-2010, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Iansane

I'd say someone had a glitch in that portion of the data-logging system

Yes, you caught me there! User error on the new data system... I promise never to do it again

Brian@AirLift · 12-15-2010, 12:49 PM

After seeing the fifth gen on hydraulics....I have to post another video of what you can do on AIR that I would never attempt on hydros!!

xx_ED_xx · 12-15-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BlaSSt Off

There really is no "right or wrong" setup. Its all in what you want to do. A leak really has nothing to do with the way its set up but the quality of installation. A pushlock fitting can leak just by the line not being cut straight enough.

That being said, I say 1/2" D.O.T. brake line, 1/2" ASCO electric valves, two VIAR 480s, and a 5 gallon tank, cut it up and lay body!!! But... Thats just me.

I guess my point is no one has a right way to do air bags.

Jesse@AirLift · 12-26-2010, 02:19 PM

I would say the right way would then be to take your time doing the install. There really is no proper way, just what you consider the best method.

I have been installing air on cars for almost 11 years now. I have my preferable methods. I like to run the line in the car, instead of outside of the car. I always recommend .25" line. if there are any moving objects around the line will it harm the line? If the line is mounted to a moving part of the suspension like the bottom of the strut is there enough slack to work with the vertical movement as well as full droop. Same with if steering is involved. Always make sure there is nothing around the bag to damage it. I always use teflon tape. I religiously wrap all fittings 6 times. We all have our right way.

After all this I guess the real right way would be, what do you think the factory would have done. If you have any questions you can email me at jjenson@airliftcompany.com,
or fire away on here. Not sure if any of my post even helped out. This is just an odd question. You could ask 10 different techs how to install a strut and get 10 different answers that lead to the same thing.

My easiest answer to this question is how do you think the factory would have done it? You see the slack in the brake lines for all the suspension movement. How its ran under the car. There are grommets under the car practically everywhere. I am not a fan of drilling holes into new vehicles. I always find grommets in safe places to run the line into the cabin and then to the management system. Try to keep the install factory clean, like it was meant to be there when it left the lot, and it will last you a lifetime.

Jesse@AirLift · 12-26-2010, 02:21 PM

I will get some more pics for you of the white car rich dude.

Petersimov · 12-26-2010, 04:57 PM

Sorry off topic but what is the name of the hood on the white camaro

the rich dude · 12-26-2010, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Jesse@AirLift

I will get some more pics for you of the white car rich dude.

Awesome!! Thanks Jesse?

Any updates and install pics of the new controller??

Cully · 12-28-2010, 11:01 PM

Who has the best prices on this system?

Coop · 12-29-2010, 09:06 AM

Air systems are cool but the one fact that people forget is weight of the additional items ie tank, pumps, and all the line needed. If it wasnt for all the miscellaneous items needed for air ride I might get it.

Iansane · 12-29-2010, 09:46 AM

Is an extra 20lbs of weight that big an issue on an already 4000lb vehicle. Hate to say it, but many drivers concerned about vehicle weight savings need only to look in the mirror.... thanks McDonalds dollar menu

Brian@AirLift · 12-29-2010, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cully

Who has the best prices on this system?

Try Victory Racing. Tell Eric I sent you!

Brian

Brian@AirLift · 12-29-2010, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coop

Air systems are cool but the one fact that people forget is weight of the additional items ie tank, pumps, and all the line needed. If it wasnt for all the miscellaneous items needed for air ride I might get it.

Coop-

While the total system does add a bit of SPRUNG mass, the actual unsprung parts (shocks and struts) are actually LIGHTER than their steel counterparts. Reduction of unsprung mass improves ride and has the benefit of improved handling as lighter parts follow the road better.

On a 4200# Camaro, the extra 20# = 0.4% weight increase...Same as a big stereo system!

Brian

xx_ED_xx · 12-29-2010, 06:43 PM

My truck lost weight when i did my system.

SSRS2010 · 12-29-2010, 07:14 PM

12-29-2010, 09:06 AM	#23
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12-26-2010, 02:19 PM	#18
Jesse@AirLift Drives: 2010 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Aliso Viejo, CA Posts: 31	I would say the right way would then be to take your time doing the install. There really is no proper way, just what you consider the best method. I have been installing air on cars for almost 11 years now. I have my preferable methods. I like to run the line in the car, instead of outside of the car. I always recommend .25" line. if there are any moving objects around the line will it harm the line? If the line is mounted to a moving part of the suspension like the bottom of the strut is there enough slack to work with the vertical movement as well as full droop. Same with if steering is involved. Always make sure there is nothing around the bag to damage it. I always use teflon tape. I religiously wrap all fittings 6 times. We all have our right way. After all this I guess the real right way would be, what do you think the factory would have done. If you have any questions you can email me at jjenson@airliftcompany.com, or fire away on here. Not sure if any of my post even helped out. This is just an odd question. You could ask 10 different techs how to install a strut and get 10 different answers that lead to the same thing. My easiest answer to this question is how do you think the factory would have done it? You see the slack in the brake lines for all the suspension movement. How its ran under the car. There are grommets under the car practically everywhere. I am not a fan of drilling holes into new vehicles. I always find grommets in safe places to run the line into the cabin and then to the management system. Try to keep the install factory clean, like it was meant to be there when it left the lot, and it will last you a lifetime.

12-26-2010, 02:21 PM	#19
Jesse@AirLift Drives: 2010 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Aliso Viejo, CA Posts: 31	I will get some more pics for you of the white car rich dude.

12-26-2010, 04:57 PM	#20
Petersimov Drives: 2ss Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joliet IL Posts: 250	Sorry off topic but what is the name of the hood on the white camaro

12-28-2010, 11:01 PM	#22
Cully Drives: 2011 1SS/RS Synergy Green Camaro Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 192 View My Garage	Who has the best prices on this system?

12-29-2010, 09:46 AM	#24
Iansane Drives: 325is Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Lansing Posts: 50	Is an extra 20lbs of weight that big an issue on an already 4000lb vehicle. Hate to say it, but many drivers concerned about vehicle weight savings need only to look in the mirror.... thanks McDonalds dollar menu

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