How to Air Bag your truck for $100 (Air Bag Suspension) Awesome Upgrade
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- How to put Air Bags on your truck for $100.
This is a video of how to put airbags on your truck for around $100.00.
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UPDATE: I did change the bottom strap (under the spring) that holds the bottom plate on to 1/4 steel. For those that don't believe this works, I have tow heavy loads (10,000 or more) more then 12 times with no problems. If you would like to see a before and after photo with "About" 15,000 pounds (I know how my trailer sits with that much weight) look here
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LOL the first picture with the cooler unit has all the weight to the front of the trailer... The second picture is fire wood is all stacked even the length of the trailer... That NOT a very fair showing of the before and after is it now... Those air bags are JUNK...
Glenn 350
Z71Ranger get outta here you dock and work on being a likeable person
you probably no this by now but you can get 90 degree push fittings from 18 wheeler parts house for the top of the bag
Please dont copy this crap job
Man i read these comments of people criticizing him i for one think he did a great job he showed how to do on your own cheap way and looks like it works as is to have an air bag set up. Great job man screw all these haters its not like they can show a how to install a air bag on your own. Thumbs up 👍
Other than the fact this isn't a $100 dollar build it's still a helpful video. Thx for making it.
Definitely more than $100
@@Drew_379 These things usually run $300 to $500! So barely over $100 is pretty good!!
Hi, Like minded , great to see a man making instead of buying at OVER the top prices what you have made works who sees it to be pretty great work. 👌
Have you made a follow up video of the install? Like to see how the kits holding up or if you've had any issues.
With air lines there are small sleeves that go inside the line to back up the ferrell for those type of compression fittings without the sleeve or nipple built into the fitting
I really appreciate people like you CREATIVE that give people like me ideas of how to do projects like this! I’m a trailer repair mechanic and certified welder and you did a great job on your truck! I’ll do air bags on my f350 super duty pretty soon I may make a video too but hey keep up the good work thumbs up!!
Good install. It would be nice to see a demonstration of how they work on the truck.
Oh wait now I gotta install a compressor 😂
I have a set on my ram 3500 and love them.
I plan on doing this + sway bar / torsion bar system in replacement of my leaf spring suspension on my new yorker. Don't want to screw around with rusty brackets and all trying to replace the leaves. This video helps a lot in my figuring this stuff out, thanks!
Glad it helped
Now all you need is air shocks and regular coils and you'll have every type of suspension available.
codysett1 🤣🤣🤣💪🏾
You Don't Run Air-Shocks With Air-Bags, You Use A Regular Damn Shock. Some People's Kids FUCK.
@@charliegoodman8626 your ability to read and comprehend isn’t very good. Maybe a kindergarten to 1st grade level.
@@stay_free Yet I've Put Air Bags On Everything I've Ever Drove!!!
How is the clearance for the tires ?
Nice work but I disagree that it's a good time for someone who has never welded before to take a shot at it. Not something that goes down the highway.
You are right I should have said " good time to learn but not to put to use till after you learn".
Yup I was going to say the same thing. I'm self taught mostly myself ( my dad also taught me some at first) but I wouldn't trust my first attempts at welding down the highway either :p.
Weld like horrible
@@Glennfix I understood what you actually meant to say....
What he was saying y'all....Lol
That if someone had ever thought about welding, that would be a good time to try and learn the trade!
Depends on what exactly it is and what part exactly your welding, in this case adding those triangle pieces was overkill, the 1/4 plate won’t flex , I know, I used 3/16 plating to make mine. So it is one of the best times to do it yourself when your welding on something that just for piece of mind and not really needed. It’s all bolted on, it’s not falling off the truck. At worst the triangle support pieces would fall off, but I’m pretty sure if anyone did that poor of a job they could see it wasn’t going to work. I know the top flange has to stick out so far it looks like it might be weak, but the top of those air springs are flat on top and you they basically stiffen the plate once they are bolted on tight.
I did a bag setup on a 70 ranchero for when I haul stuff
Nice work man!fuck the haters!
awesome video thanks for sharing
Definitely would bolt into the side of the top bracket / frame also. It will eventually twist out. Is the bottom of the bag even sitting all the way on the lower mount and bolted to it? Weld a piece of metal on the bottom of it in between the 2 leaf spring u-bolts as a spacer so it doesn't bow in either. Keep practicing man, it's fun to make your own stuff!
Nice! Which welder did you buy to weld these brackets? What was the total cost of the welder and accessories?
I would add a few bolts to the upper bag mount through the side of the frame
Brian W sweet I appreciate it if you ever need parts ect just let me know
i was looking at that... thats fucked the way the bag would push it up and away from the frame bolt that thing up
Bria n W
you can also use soapy water
Thank you for the video. You did some good work there.
Glad you enjoyed it!
It all depends on what your tire load capacity is at the inflation pressure you are using
So muxh for a bolt on project
What size wheels and tires are those?
nic work sir
Nice job
Iam.india.from.kerala.sair.your.job.very.nice.
That was informative with a good job done. Now all you need to do is get rid of the coil-over overload shocks and get some really good adjustable quality aftermarket shocks. I suggest a Rancho 9000 adjustable. Or a Bilstein designed for the weights involved.
@k. R. V. What’s wrong with the coil overs?
Fresh Air: this product is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth effects , or other reproductive harm. Water: hold my Deer Park
Everything can cause cancer in California.
Exactly why I don't live in California.
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What did it look like in the beginning
where did you get the airbags that cheap im looking for some for my 06 mitsubishi raider for pulling my 26ft yacht
Even the best welder had to start somewhere. What's important is you trying. Most people will not try but run their mouth and judge other people that try. Keep up the good work bro.
Not on critical car suspension components ...
@@TheLexiconDevils
What a dick
Thanks
in the diesle industry we use a spray bottle with dawn and water lol
This works but, I worked on cars when I got out of school for 5 - 6 years. Then the way life took me I ended up doing refrigeration ( have been for 25 + years ) I challenge you to buy a good quality leak detector solution and use side by side. If you have a big leak dawn works fine but for small or micro leaks sometimes it will not work so good. They put stuff in it so it will stick. I have used it and don't see anything come back in 20 - 30 minutes and see bubbles.
Do a video on the coil over springs and where you got them
You can find them all over the internet, juts Google (coil over shocks) The truth is I was not that impressed with them. I put them on before the air bags and they did not help much. They did not hold or lift my truck, that I could notice. I was getting ready to take them off the rubber bushing are bad.
Help !!!! I have a 1990 chevy obs it has air ride system however I want to remove them and switch it back to stock suspension. What will I need ?
Thanks for adding your lil bit about prop 65 in California being bs
Can you post a link to the airbags that you bought?
Something to think about. I have air bags on my van for heavy loads and run 1/2 ton springs for comfort. Thus I like to change the pressure in my bags all the time. So I have an on board air compressor. I have the air bags plumbed in to valves and a pressure regulator with a gauge for each side. If the load is uneven I run higher pressure in that side. The gauges tell me the pressure in each bag and the valves isolate the bags from the compressor side since any system leaks seem to show up from that side. Works pretty good. I have all that mounted to the side of the seat. I open the door to get in and can instantly see the pressures in both bags. I can also alter them in just a few seconds. Turn the knob on the pressure regulator to set the new pressure. Just that easy. Of course I also use the air for airing up tires after a run on the beach or off road trail.
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Shawn T ?
Sweet! Is it a 1 ton van using 1/2 ton springs? Would like to see a video of it! Can you make one and post it here?
@@technicalitems731 Actually it is classed a heavy half ton. It had a half ton rear axle that was really weak with my new diesel engine. So I found a full float 14 bolt from a one ton van and haven't had a problem since.
As for videos, I don't really have talent there.
I like it.
My welding is getting alot better.
I am also self-taught as you stated around 2:20
but I have had a few good welders give me tips.
I like this mod and I hope I can find a good set of bags like these.
If you like you can take a look at my video (Air-Bag Review) this is after they have been on my truck for over 2 years at, czcams.com/video/b3y2QQu2ioA/video.html
@Glenn 3505 , the warning is coused by it being goldchromed and you pic it up through the skin , parker hannefin stoped plating and using them 10 years ago after testing workers blod after 3 years with handling fittings like those , more then 60 times the legal dose of the plating in their blod !
I never knew that, now I know why.
turn the speed and heat up on your welder but.better pen.
Did a good job. Nice!
❤❤ that’s awesome
I really hope you added bolts in the side of your upper mounts before putting any load on them. Plus I would only use grade 8 bolts and u bolts.
Jim bo just trying to help. Air bags have a lot of pressure on them under a load.
I just saw your video. It appears to me your bracket on top of the air bag is braced in the wrong direction. Can I correctly assume you had to weld it to your blue ox bracket for proper support?
No, I bolted it to the blue ox. I made it wide enough so the air bags will never hit. There is not room to mount it any other way. The blue ox bracket sticks out from the frame so it is snug against the blue ox.
Wow prettjy good video everyone contributing to Make it Better !!! of Course. including the Creator of this Video!! Im working on a1997 Astro Van .Thanks for sharing!!
did you link the airbags together? and install a relief valve? I wonder if they put something in the airbags to suck up moisture?
I did not link the air bags together. The reason is sometimes I carry uneven loads so I wanted to be able to add different pressures in them. I have not tried them teed together be I have herd that when you go around corners the air will move from one bag to the other.
Ok thanks Glenn
Nice video 1 question did you run air stem for each bag or 1 air stem an tee to each bag
They are tee together, it has worked fine for me that way.
Hello, what kind of shocks are those with coil springs?
They call them coilover shocks. I put them on first they add about 1000 pounds (500 each ) of capacity. It was not enough for me.
Windex works well for leak detection.
Wife probally already has some under the kitchen sink
Nice job designing and fabricating . I've seen 3 vehicles , over the last 7 years with the same system that ended up with twisted frame rails and broken cross members . You can't take the weight off the springs and transfer it to the top of the frame rails without bending them . That's why Timbrens are designed to mount directly under the frame rail. Two more leaves on each side , of .499 steal will carry the load and won't damage the frame . Sorry , I don't mean to sound like " That Guy". Especially after the sweet job you did mounting it .
Do you use "plumbers putty" or teflon tape on the threads of the fittings? It will help prevent leaks.
I used teflon tape
can you remove the springs and replace with rail arms
They make a kit for this. You can look at www.airbagit.com they have a kit other places have kits too.
Your truck a 3/4 ton? I have a 1/2 ton chevy I'm trying to bag front and back without spending a grand or more. What pressure are you normally running with empty bed and hows the ride quality? My truck came with a 6" lift from the factory and the ride has been harsh from day 1. Never towed alot, just occasional 8' trailer with a four wheeler or fridge. Now its spongy due to worn out components that I'm getting ready to replace and hopefully upgrade throughout this process.
If I run 30-40 pounds in the bags it gives me a soft ride, just firmer. If I have a lot of weight I can get the same ride with more pressure.
very nice l m from India
can you use air bags to lift a truck for higher stance alone (empty bed)or is made to lift with a load pressure only by lifting a loaded bed back to stock height.. sorry for dumb question ...
You can but if you put a lot of air (higher lift) in it it will give you a hard ride.
Clean up your welds small circle motions then grind to see if you had good penetration nice video:-) :-)
Can cut the spring about 3" after the axle toward the rear to go to full air ride, would not use the shackle end at all. If load isn't your concern but ride is. Basically the front half of the leaf spring would act as a stabilizer torque arm. Just another option. Nice video
He would need a pan hard bar installed if he did that. The front hangers can't handle the lateral forces by themselves.
@@fastredcar97 got it Matt. But it got that lateral force before. Not much keeping the lateral force on the shackle end that swivels when it was there originally. But sure. It wouldn’t hurt to run a transverse torque arm from axle to frame. That would be easiest. A Hutch trailer torque arm only cost about 40.00. Takes 1” bolts. A simple mounting fabrication would need to be added. Thanks fir responding
@@jasonvala9239 as many performance trucks that get serious run a panhard as well as their leafs as the rear sways laterally quite a bit.
hey guy i have a question if i put this on a mini truck thats already low would it level or or make it higher and when i take air out will it slam it?
You can adjust the air pressure to make it higher or lower.
Hi - Does the balloon (air) give the car its softness and its color, otherwise only to raise the car - thanks
Yes. The balloon does give a car its color
hello
I plan to install this system on my cherokee, to pull heavy loads without losing ground clearance.
can you tell me if you are satisfied with it in the long run, and if with the recoil you would have installed it differently.
sorry if you explained it in the video but I don't speak english, I use a translator.
cordially.
I am very happy with them. They have been on my truck for over 2 years. I just added a compressor so I can adjust the air any time. You can see the video at czcams.com/video/z_WxCUVAwSk/video.html If I put a lot of air with no weight It will be a hard ride. If you get the air right it will give a real smooth ride.
@@Glennfix thanks for the quick response, (the compressor installation is nice and the pressure management system is very clever), so I will do the same installation on my cherokee.
thank you and hello from France...
NICE job,
Thanks!
What is the best setting for airbag suspension longevity ? I heard Hight high setting is gonna make it last longer ? Is that true ?
I don'y think the pressure has any thing to do with how long they last. You never want to drive with them empty. The more weight the more pressure is needed to make the truck ride right. If you don't have a lot of weight and put a lot of pressure in them you will get a very hard ride. The idea is to adjust the pressure so the truck rides good with the amount of weight in it.
Thank you mate, great video and advice
We’re did u get the bags I want to do this to my Colorado
airbagit.com
did you have to fit air compressor to fill the bags????
I don't have a air compressor now but I like them and am working on putting a on board compressor and front air bags. I am getting everything together now. This way I can adjust the pressure from in side my truck instead of finding air supply.
Is it a stiff ruff ride when inflated?
I would call it a firmer ride, there is a lot less sway when towing heavy loads. You can adjust the pressure to what load is on the truck. If I ride around with say 90 pounds in them and no load it is a stiff ride. I like them and am working on putting a on board compressor and front air bags. I am getting everything together now. This way I can adjust the pressure from in side my truck instead of finding air supply.
I can't see to find these. Do you know the model # on them or name etc.
Thanks .
Btw- nice vid 👌
The V Air Lift 2600-II 2 Air Bags Single Port 3/8" Airhose Springs Suspension FITs are 2" taller, www.ebay.com/itm/V-Air-Lift-2600-II-2-Air-Bags-Single-Port-3-8-Airhose-Springs-Suspension-FITs/282280749134 the standard ones are V Air Ride Suspension Air Bags Pair Standard 2500 1/2"npt www.ebay.com/itm/V-Air-Ride-Suspension-Air-Bags-Pair-Standard-2500-1-2-npt-Replacement-Parts/281836657351 The 2500 or 2600 is the weight capacity for each bag.
Muito bom
My experience with an F-150 and a fifth wheel is that airbags solve SERIOUS bounce... not payload.
Glenn, would you have a link or name for me to find a pair of these air bags? Thanks.
The main website is https;//airbagit.com the same place sells on eBay under the name chassis_tech. Sometimes there stuff is cheaper on eBay. Some eBay links are www.ebay.com/itm/V-Air-Lift-2600-II-2-Air-Bags-Single-Port-3-8-Airhose-Springs-Suspension-FITs/282280749134 these are 2" taller and cost about $130. If you click on the eBay link you can go to their eBay store from the link. The "2600" is the weight capacity.
@@Glennfix Thank you! I appreciate it
I just got a free pair and ordered a new set of hoses and fittings. When I install them, it'll probably be just like this
I did this about 6-7 years ago found a used kit firestone used $65 at a swap meet....I used heavy aluminum angel it on from a computer rack tower.... the feet were 3/8th or 1/2 inch.....welded a bracket to the top of the ubolt to hold the bottom....your air bags look wider (diameter) and this is on a Dakota.......first a 94.....now a 2000....finally got them hooked up ot a air pump and controls in cab.....people are surprised how well they work........but the one thing I would recommend it to keep the have separate ......for one thing.....in the lean corning the outside bag is compressed thus transferring the extra pressure thus pushing up the opposite side....
next time you go to weld try vertical down and just move left and right you will be surprised.....horizontal (flat) is a little tricky....me too self taught...
key word in wire welding is bacon frying sound....
have a good one enjoyed your video....will subb...and travel
Don Powers if you are a self taught welder that is fine. If you are running an outer shield wire vertical down is ok, if you are using an inner shield or stick welding go up. You don't want your slag to get in your weld, that will cause porosity ( I may of spelled that wrong ) thus making a weak weld. The outer shield ( gas shield ) won't give you this problem. There are some rods you can run vertical down, but I'm guessing if you are self taught you are just doing some basic welding and that's all good. Look around here on you tube there are a few guys that give very informative videos on all types of welding. The best thing is practice, no better teacher than experience.
Bob Taylor I chassised a 1969 road runner back in 84 but your tip on vertical up makes perfect sense...I built a 70 x60 what looks like a fat L canopy for I guy and took a direct.hit from a hurricane. I wall ..its 16-18 ft high built trusses out of the "C"s that thin stuff is interesting ....
zero damage on the canopy....
but vertical up with welding rods explains a lot when you mentioned the slang...running back into the weld....I like welding always over build...got to make it people proof...I appreciate your comment...thanks Don
Bob Taylor BOB YOU ARE RIGHT ABOUT UTUBE I WATCH ALL KINDS OF VIDEOS.....LOOKING FORWARD TO GETTING A MINI SPOOL FOR MY LINCOLN WIRE (GAS) 220V LIKE THE 110V I PICKED UP A LOT OF ALUMINUM TUBING A BUNCH OF SQUARE 3X4 BOX 120 WALL MOST 3-4 FT LONG BEEN SAVING STAINLESS ALSO. REPOURPOSING LAW MOWERS .(RIDING) PICKED A JANCY JB2400 BENDER WITH DIES I WANT TO BUILD OFF ROAD BUGGIES...
THANKS AGAIN FOR THE REPLY....
Don Powers you can do much more with the 220 machine and do heavier stuff a lot quicker and better. You should like it. Good luck to you
Bob Taylor thanks Bob that's why I went with the 220v. I picked up a linclon 225 a.c.-dc arc welder...to looking forward for the plasma cutter and some day a tig.......good luck to you too!
What is the name of the company you bought the air bags from and all the brackets
airbagit.com
Nice coupling flute you made dude, I bet you don't have dirt roads
This wouldn't be bad if you installed some gussets above the bracket. Also, turn the heat up on your welder, you're not getting enough penetration.
I stand corrected. After checking out the angle iron above it and the trailer hitch you have spanning across the frame, you have PLENTY of reinforcement. Good job! But buy some drill bits, and turn the amps up on that welder! ;)
Has the chassis on this truck snapped or bent yet?
If you install airbags do you need to remove the shocks?
No, You need to keep the shocks on.
nice job
Thanks!
Does this help rough rides !
It depends, If the rough ride is because the truck is sitting too low, yes. If you want a ride like the air ride on a BMW no. But you can adjust the air and make the ride firmer or softer.
You have a spring coil over, leaf spring and an air bag in there now.
wear you grt the air bags from
airbagit.com They sell on ebay too, sometimes there products are cheaper on ebay don't ask me why.
You should have use poly lock nuts for all of you fasteners
Just video I’m looking for. Bought used rv for motor and it has airbag system on it. Air lines are cut and there’s no compressor but rest is there I think .
Glad it helped
Interested in these air bags. $100 for both or each? Do you have a brand name? Model/part number? Thanks.
You can get both for under $100. I bought them from airbageit.com
Id like to know where you got air bags for only $100 because I haven't been able to find them for under $300.
I got them from airbagit.com, But I bought them off ebay the same company sells on ebay under a different name a lot of the time chaper. There web site is www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Ride-Suspension-Pair-Standard-2500lb-Air-Bags-1-2-npt-Single-Port-Heavy-Duty/262808911098?hash=item3d30a1bcfa:g:1AEAAOSwopRYe5AM ($81.73). I have hade them on my truck for over 2 years now and made a review video if you would like to see. czcams.com/video/b3y2QQu2ioA/video.html
What kind of truck was the installation on?
01 dodge 2500
Glass cleaner or dish soap and water work well too. Where did you get the bags? Part number?
Jim Benny
That was my question too
I got them from a place called chassis_tech on ebay or www.airbagit.com/. They do have some bad reviews but for the cost I thought I would give them a try. so far so good. They are the manufacturer.
Glenn 3505 I love them & never had any problems with them, they have been around for over 20+years & ther yard backs up to my yard so i guess u'd say we're neighbors.. but ther bags DO have a Lifetime warranty and I've worked with & I have used ther products on all my rides b4 they even moved from phx to mesa az.. the bags are available in several sizes from length to weight differences.. u can call or enter in ur vehicle info to get the proper bag size & style u need for ur application even for lifted 4X4's on ther webpage..also if u opt out of a compressor then just ask them to add the Schrader valves for like $10 to ur order so u dont have to hassle puting together several peices for a fill valve on each bag.. good video
great job man
“ A grinder and paint will my you the welder you ain’t “
How has it held up?
Yes, I am very happy with it. When I get time I am going to do the front and put a onboard compressor in my truck.
I know the video is older. Maybe you will still see the comment. First , those bags you used are almost identical to the loadlifter 5000 bags , except they are good for at least 5000 lbs each. That is an air spring for a drop axle on a commercial vehicle most likely. They look very similar to the ones I used, and that’s what they were meant for. I mentioned that part just in case you didn’t know. I don’t know if the loadlifter bags are single or two ply, but the ones you have should be 2 ply, if you clean them up and spray a little of your favorite rubber protectant on them every now and then they will last a really long time.
Second, if you do still notice the comments here, I see you installed your in a plum fashion, like straight up and down instead of with an angle like the shocks have. When you showed them right when you had them attached you could see how the bag was extended more on the bag side than on the front. This situation causes me slight concern on my installation, I did pretty much what you did almost exactly really, but I have only installed and tested them. They are on a pickup truck I’m redoing and they are one of the last things I needed to do before starting to use the truck as my everyday vehicle. I’m wondering if putting a slight lean in them sort of like the shocks are , but not that extreme, just enough to take out that condition where the back is slightly more extended would be better. I hate to tear it all back down and change it if I don’t need to. Possibly you will be able to tell me how yours held up installed like that? If you can comment on that it would be much appreciated. Awesome job by the way, it’s amazing we both came up with about the exact same design for installing those air springs. Maybe there isn’t many install options on them , I’m not really sure.
I have been very happy with them. They work great. I only had to replace one of them, and that was my fault. I had an inside tire go flat, and it rubbed on it. I made a review video if you would like to see it ( czcams.com/video/b3y2QQu2ioA/video.html ). I also added an onboard air compressor. I like the fact that I can go someplace with no load, and when I need it, I can add more air. I made a video of the air compressor if you would like to see czcams.com/video/z_WxCUVAwSk/video.html .
@@Glennfix thank you, I will check out the other videos you linked, I was thinking about a compressor, I went way way way over budget already though, covid insanity just added to the cost. I’m interested to see what you did for a compressor especially. It makes sense to be able to make your own air, those analog type control set ups are pretty cheap, then I could adjust from the cab. First I need air though. Thank you again for the reply. You have been most helpful!
Where did you buy it from?
You can get a set of air bags for $68.36 (www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Ride-Suspension-Air-Bags-Pair-Standard-2500-1-2-npt-Kit-Replacement-Parts/281836657351?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649) I payed $79.98 for bags that are 2" taller. Or they have a website at airbagit.com
Please I want to known spring was there already but you added air bag why?
I use my truck for work and put a lot of weight in it. Without the air bags it gets overloaded. I also tow a lot and it dose help a lot.
Toyota yaris air bag pls
These days you can buy airbag kits on eBay, Walmart, or Amazon for $160 or less. I am going to put a kit in my F150 and the price was $134 plus tax. I even got a compressor kit with gauge for another $130 plus tax so for about $280 total I have a complete airbag system. I will update after some time to let everyone know how it's holding up.
You will be happy with it.
If you ever need to put 90psi in air bags...you need a bigger truck.
You understand they are to share the weight with the springs, not carry it all yes?
What he did more than likely worked for him.
Many farmers are just getting by and many junkyard owners will sell them anything that they break much cheaper than they can buy a bigger truck for.