airlift 1000?

[iam_canadian22]

just a quick question, looking at airbags to help the sagging when having a quad or any load in general in the box, can you run them deflated to retain stock ride when unloaded?

 

[Texasez]

You're supposed to keep at least 5 psi in them. You probably wouldn't even feel that.

 

[audio1der]

Airlift states you should run a minimum of 5psi; I think it's to keep them in place in the coil and ensure they don't get pinched.
I put 5-7psi in mine and never touched them again. I could barely tell they were there when empty (every so slightly more firm ride) and they just let the rear level when pulling our 32' travel trailer.
It's an AMAZING mod for the money.

 

[iam_canadian22]

thanks guys

 

[KLRpanda]

Part number for this mod? i'm planning on going lower on my truck but I tow my boat alot

 

[BAILEY1]

Part number for this mod? i'm planning on going lower on my truck but I tow my boat alot

Here ya go.

Airbags and Load Control

 

[audio1der]

^Those will work for stock height trucks.
@KLRpanda:
For 2-3" rear drop you need Airlift p/n 61741. It is for a Land Rover Defender; same diameter as ours but 3" shorter.
I don't know how/if the "Durango" bags mentioned a few times around here work. This p/n was recommended by Mike at Airlift customer service and I can verify it fits perfectly.
Hope this helps.

 

[iam_canadian22]

in the link for moe's i see the firestones too, is there any advantage to them that makes them worth that much more?

 

[silver surfer]

Getting ready to install airlifts. Haven't looked underneath yet. Are there any bump stops that have to be removed from the springs?

 

[Neumie]

No bump stop removal. Watch tutorial on Airlift site, search for it on the forum. I keep 10# in mine and it may be slightly firmer. My boat rides much smoother when towing, similar to a progressive linkage suspension in how it feels. My guess is that it keeps the shock in the correct portion of its stroke for damping as well.

 

[Air Lift Company]

Here is one of our latest install videos on the p/n 60818 kit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cST8bRXL5UM

Let me know if you have any questions!

 

[LilRamie]

Interesting, I just finished my install recently and I was curious how 'easy' they made it look getting the hose on over the barbs. Well I noticed in the video on one of the later connections, he uses some solution on the barb but theres no commentary on it, would have been nice to have included that tip on what the solution is. Mine was a pain in the you know what. Ultimately I used a little boiling water to help soften the hose and temporarily swell it which helped some but still no where as easy as its made to look like in this video. You guys should really insert some text in the video about it for your consumers - food for thought. But despite the difficulty I had, still love the product for the short time I've had it now.

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[SlowRoller]

I added a little heat, hoses slipped right on. Wouldn't go on without, but it was a 'Texas Winter time' installation,,,

Had 'em in my 09 and now in my 14. They work perfect for my needs!

(Remember to fill them with air before you load the vehicle, not after!)

 

[Upthewazzu]

I currently have mine set up with the tee but was thinking about switching to individual valve stems for each wheel to better control trailer sway. Where do I get the replacement hose to re-run to the bumper?

 

[LilRamie]

I currently have mine set up with the tee but was thinking about switching to individual valve stems for each wheel to better control trailer sway. Where do I get the replacement hose to re-run to the bumper?

Prob have to go straight thru airlift to get some extra shipped to you to ensure its the correct hose, otherwise i suppose you could jusy get something with a higher psi rating than it will ever see and make sure it has the same inside diameter.

P.S. I ran mine to my fuel door and love it. But im also on a T so with individual you may want to keep it at the bumper to see left n right balance.

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[couleeman23]

Put these in both my rams. First set took an hour to install, second was 2 beers and a half hour. Ran them back to the license plate


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[Neumie]

Did some testing today with a trailer with a 990# tongue weight.

15 psi: no load 39 5/8"; 990# 37 7/8"; dropped 1 7/8"

35 psi: no load 39 3/4"; 990 # 38 1/4"; dropped 1 1/2"

 

[PippinAin'tEasy]

Did some testing today with a trailer with a 990# tongue weight.

15 psi: no load 39 5/8"; 990# 37 7/8"; dropped 1 7/8"

35 psi: no load 39 3/4"; 990 # 38 1/4"; dropped 1 1/2"

This will be nice to link to in the future when folks are looking fer the real world numbers. Thanks.

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[audio1der]

I currently have mine set up with the tee but was thinking about switching to individual valve stems for each wheel to better control trailer sway. Where do I get the replacement hose to re-run to the bumper?

They have a parts kit available with all the bits. I bought an extra kit in case something happens to a bag, I'm ready. the cost was close enough...
I wanted new line and anything I could find locally was ridiculously stiff and tough to work with.

 

[GETARAM]

Sorry Nuemie, I can hardly believe those heights with 990lb tongue weight. i had airlifts 1000's in my '13 with a 800lb tongue weight and wd hitch. still dropped the back by 2-3 inches at 35psi. quite bouncy on rough roads as well. On my '15 I spent the extra on the LL5000 Ultimate from airlift. with 40 psi there is 3/4" drop but they are much more stable.