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does any one make a complete air rid conversion kit for the obs f350 2wd truck i do not like the kelderman kit it maintains the springs i want to eliminate them install a 4 link system and air bags to gain ride quality and keep the gvw i know i could build the kit over the winter i was hoping to save time
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1996 F350 2WD DRW CC Black STG1 160 CC INJECTORS , D66 TURBO FROM BEANS ,3.5" DOWN PIPE 4" MAGNAFLOW EXHAUST, SD HPOP , CPR FUEL SYSTEM ,DIY TYMAR AIR FILTER , DP TUNER WITH F5 , AUTOMETER GAUGES PYRO - BOOST - TRANS TEMP - COOLANT , DIPRICOL HPOP GAUGE .
6.0l SD INTERCOOLER MOD WITH NEW CUSTOM MODDED TANKS AND AEM WATER METH KIT TO HELP LOWER EGT'S ON HILLS , E40D HIGHLY MODDED
2009 FORD F 150 FX4 S /CREW LOADED (BLACK)
2007 SPORTSMAN 500HO STEALTH BLACK
2008 SPORTSMAN 800HO STEALTH BLACK
2009 POLARIS RZR NEUCLEAR ORANGE 2" LIFT, 27"SWAMPLITWES ON ITP RIMS , POLARIS PERFORMANCE EXHAUST KIT (THIS THING IS CRAZZZY I LOVE IT )
2008 COUGAR SRX (KEYSTONE) 30FT HOLIDAY TRAILER
I have not been able to find anything besides the Kelderman. I've thought about modifiying a Super Duty Kit, but I think I could build one for cheaper than the $2000 that they sell for.
I would like to know if something comes up though.
i will keep you informed for sure . i also have thought of modifying a sd kit the diff housing is still the same
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1996 F350 2WD DRW CC Black STG1 160 CC INJECTORS , D66 TURBO FROM BEANS ,3.5" DOWN PIPE 4" MAGNAFLOW EXHAUST, SD HPOP , CPR FUEL SYSTEM ,DIY TYMAR AIR FILTER , DP TUNER WITH F5 , AUTOMETER GAUGES PYRO - BOOST - TRANS TEMP - COOLANT , DIPRICOL HPOP GAUGE .
6.0l SD INTERCOOLER MOD WITH NEW CUSTOM MODDED TANKS AND AEM WATER METH KIT TO HELP LOWER EGT'S ON HILLS , E40D HIGHLY MODDED
2009 FORD F 150 FX4 S /CREW LOADED (BLACK)
2007 SPORTSMAN 500HO STEALTH BLACK
2008 SPORTSMAN 800HO STEALTH BLACK
2009 POLARIS RZR NEUCLEAR ORANGE 2" LIFT, 27"SWAMPLITWES ON ITP RIMS , POLARIS PERFORMANCE EXHAUST KIT (THIS THING IS CRAZZZY I LOVE IT )
2008 COUGAR SRX (KEYSTONE) 30FT HOLIDAY TRAILER
IIRC there was a rear system I saw a while back that replaced the rear springs with a link from front (of rear) spring hanger over the rear axle to an air bag on the aft side of the axle, looked to be a bolt on application and I don't remember a rear track bar.... Just can't remember who....did a quick search but found nuthin...thought it was ride rite or ride something.
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97 XLT F250 CC ZF-5 (now ) DIY short shifter 355's D60 air locked T Wildman files, 'jectors, SD Hpop, DIY E-fans, IC, DP 4" exhaust, SS resonator, RSK, SD springs all corners, Velvet rides, Custom Aluminum Drybox/fuel tank, air bags, E-air compressor, VisionX HID/LED's, E fuel, F26D rear tank, E-fan Tranny oil cooler. http://community.webshots.com/user/jcart44
I have had Keldermans kit on my truck for 200k miles. I like the way the truck rides whether I am pulling my 24' or empty. No problems so far. I like being able to adjust the bags depending on what weight I have on.
Just my 2cents worth.
Good luck
Midwestman
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95 350 CC SRW 4X4.456K. Amsoil everwhere w/dualbypass filter. Early Centurion model custom paint (white with grey striping) Grey shell, brushguard, Flexsteel leatherseating wood trim and overhead console. BTS hold on tight E4OD tranny. Custom chip by Cale Thompson at BTS. Hypermax DP. Tymar Open element intake. Tru-Cool 28,000 GVW trans cooler plus Super Duty trans cooler. Super Duty Intercooler with GTS pipes. CCV mod. 3 pod A pillar guages with Isspro Pyrometer,Boost and Tranny temp guages. Fumoto oil drain. John Deere coolant eye. Sylvania Ultra Silverstars. Joe Servo IDM. BABY SWAMPS. Magnaflow 4" exhaust. Tymar Coolant Filter. Sirius satellite radio. Kelderman Air Ride on the rear. Autolights clear diamond headlights. Mods as the budget will allow.I think I am almost finished.
Djanzen....that is the one I was thinking of and drford if you look at the installation guide (pdf. file) in the link you can see how it works. One question with this system, how do the links account for different axle to link angles?. Imagine driving on uneven ground, the passenger side wheel travel up say 6 inches and the driver's side remains on level ground, there will be a binding action at the interface on the axle perches, links and u-bolts. I could see if the front link to frame was a hiem joint, this would provide for what I'm getting at but the pix don't indicate that. I think this an interesting suspension, easy to install, minimizes axle wrap and I would guess smoother than stock and adjustable ride height. Interesting to see if anyone has put one on a 4X4.
jrc
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97 XLT F250 CC ZF-5 (now ) DIY short shifter 355's D60 air locked T Wildman files, 'jectors, SD Hpop, DIY E-fans, IC, DP 4" exhaust, SS resonator, RSK, SD springs all corners, Velvet rides, Custom Aluminum Drybox/fuel tank, air bags, E-air compressor, VisionX HID/LED's, E fuel, F26D rear tank, E-fan Tranny oil cooler. http://community.webshots.com/user/jcart44
The AirLift Road Tamer system is very much like what is on Volvo big trucks. It is not designed for a lot of uneven ground, I think the issues you raise are valid. The front of the "Z" spring is in a relatively large rubber bushing in the frame bracket so there is some give there. When you jack up one side of a drive axle to change a tire there is not much deflection at the "stress" points you name but the lift is only a couple inches and the axle housing is longer due to the width of the vehicle.
Try researching the Granning air suspension. I just bought a used ( obsolete ) ambulance with this system. Looks great and only has the trailing arms with the bags aft of the axle. Will be moving this unit to a 96 350 PSD. I thought I was the only one interested in air-ride as no one else would even answer over on OIL-BURNER. Thanks in advance for all info. Are we ahead of our time?
Foxman
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96 OBS 7.3 E4OD 4.10 Hand-made Tymar, CCV mod, Cruise added, bucket seats & console, saddle-tool boxes w/68 gallon tank in ctr, all LED tail & body lamps, visor, E350 bus wheels, 9ft goose-neck body
97 F 450 E4OD 7.3 Dana 80 rear w/4.63 Reyco/Granning rear susp. aftermkt leather bucket seats AIC Comming soon: 3.73 rear gearset - complete sound proof - flatbed w/sadle tool boxes and fuel tank between boxes - York on-board air - Visor - Fog lamps in 4" holes in bumper. - adding pwr window and locks adding guages = boost, pyrometer, trans temp, water temp, oil temp, oil press, diff temp and clock
Djanzen....that is the one I was thinking of and drford if you look at the installation guide (pdf. file) in the link you can see how it works. One question with this system, how do the links account for different axle to link angles?. Imagine driving on uneven ground, the passenger side wheel travel up say 6 inches and the driver's side remains on level ground, there will be a binding action at the interface on the axle perches, links and u-bolts. I could see if the front link to frame was a hiem joint, this would provide for what I'm getting at but the pix don't indicate that. I think this an interesting suspension, easy to install, minimizes axle wrap and I would guess smoother than stock and adjustable ride height. Interesting to see if anyone has put one on a 4X4.
jrc
i tried googling them no luck do you have a link to their website ?? thanks
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1996 F350 2WD DRW CC Black STG1 160 CC INJECTORS , D66 TURBO FROM BEANS ,3.5" DOWN PIPE 4" MAGNAFLOW EXHAUST, SD HPOP , CPR FUEL SYSTEM ,DIY TYMAR AIR FILTER , DP TUNER WITH F5 , AUTOMETER GAUGES PYRO - BOOST - TRANS TEMP - COOLANT , DIPRICOL HPOP GAUGE .
6.0l SD INTERCOOLER MOD WITH NEW CUSTOM MODDED TANKS AND AEM WATER METH KIT TO HELP LOWER EGT'S ON HILLS , E40D HIGHLY MODDED
2009 FORD F 150 FX4 S /CREW LOADED (BLACK)
2007 SPORTSMAN 500HO STEALTH BLACK
2008 SPORTSMAN 800HO STEALTH BLACK
2009 POLARIS RZR NEUCLEAR ORANGE 2" LIFT, 27"SWAMPLITWES ON ITP RIMS , POLARIS PERFORMANCE EXHAUST KIT (THIS THING IS CRAZZZY I LOVE IT )
2008 COUGAR SRX (KEYSTONE) 30FT HOLIDAY TRAILER
__________________ THANK YOU to all the heroes in our military and all the heroes at home who wait for their safe return. I am humbled by and grateful for your service and sacrifice.
'95 F250 ext cab long bed, PSD, 5 speed, 2 wheel drive, 3.55 gears, 286,000 miles, Edge Evolution CTS (LINK TO MY REVIEW), LUK clutch, homemade REAR BUMPER, open element AIR FILTER, 36" ARE contractor cap. With tools, full of fuel and me on board (300 lbs) steer 3620, drive 3860 total 7480.
If you scroll down to the air ride suspensions area they have more than one, including the Reyco/Granning referred to earlier.
Dave / Believer45
__________________ THANK YOU to all the heroes in our military and all the heroes at home who wait for their safe return. I am humbled by and grateful for your service and sacrifice.
'95 F250 ext cab long bed, PSD, 5 speed, 2 wheel drive, 3.55 gears, 286,000 miles, Edge Evolution CTS (LINK TO MY REVIEW), LUK clutch, homemade REAR BUMPER, open element AIR FILTER, 36" ARE contractor cap. With tools, full of fuel and me on board (300 lbs) steer 3620, drive 3860 total 7480.
Last edited by Believer45; 11-12-2008 at 02:28 PM.
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i was just given this link by a buddy of mine i really like this kit what do you guys think of it Talon Air Ride
next will be to find a front system
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1996 F350 2WD DRW CC Black STG1 160 CC INJECTORS , D66 TURBO FROM BEANS ,3.5" DOWN PIPE 4" MAGNAFLOW EXHAUST, SD HPOP , CPR FUEL SYSTEM ,DIY TYMAR AIR FILTER , DP TUNER WITH F5 , AUTOMETER GAUGES PYRO - BOOST - TRANS TEMP - COOLANT , DIPRICOL HPOP GAUGE .
6.0l SD INTERCOOLER MOD WITH NEW CUSTOM MODDED TANKS AND AEM WATER METH KIT TO HELP LOWER EGT'S ON HILLS , E40D HIGHLY MODDED
2009 FORD F 150 FX4 S /CREW LOADED (BLACK)
2007 SPORTSMAN 500HO STEALTH BLACK
2008 SPORTSMAN 800HO STEALTH BLACK
2009 POLARIS RZR NEUCLEAR ORANGE 2" LIFT, 27"SWAMPLITWES ON ITP RIMS , POLARIS PERFORMANCE EXHAUST KIT (THIS THING IS CRAZZZY I LOVE IT )
2008 COUGAR SRX (KEYSTONE) 30FT HOLIDAY TRAILER
Personally I prefer the simpler Road tamer. The Talon has four pivot points on each side (top and bottom of shackle, just in front of air bag and front of locator arm). The Road Tamer has just one on each side. Fewer pivot points means a more stable suspension plus the Road Tamer is very similar to the "Z" springs used on big trucks. It is a proven engineering design.
CLICK HERE to go to Road Tamer from the same supplier.
Dave / Believer45
__________________ THANK YOU to all the heroes in our military and all the heroes at home who wait for their safe return. I am humbled by and grateful for your service and sacrifice.
'95 F250 ext cab long bed, PSD, 5 speed, 2 wheel drive, 3.55 gears, 286,000 miles, Edge Evolution CTS (LINK TO MY REVIEW), LUK clutch, homemade REAR BUMPER, open element AIR FILTER, 36" ARE contractor cap. With tools, full of fuel and me on board (300 lbs) steer 3620, drive 3860 total 7480.
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