airbar install

m007gunit · 07-04-2008, 10:22 AM

Started my airbar install last night and it seems the bottom bar that mounts to the axle, will not bolt easy to the axle. The dowls that position the axle seem spread out a but more than my axle mounting plates ( maybe a1/2 inch),any ideas what could be done should I drill bigger holes for dowl's so there is some adjustment? anyone have this problem?

XtremeBowtie · 07-04-2008, 12:39 PM

I didn't have this problem. Calling ART or PM'ing Juan would probably be your best bet to get more info.

m007gunit · 07-04-2008, 05:57 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by XtremeBowtie

I didn't have this problem. Calling ART or PM'ing Juan would probably be your best bet to get more info.

it will fit if use a 2 inch block it fist no prob, I think this is strange but maybe it gives me a bit more clearance because the dowel on the blocks is smaller than on the airbar.

smoothsdime1998 · 07-04-2008, 07:52 PM

It's suppose to be very tight fitting there is nothing wrong. Do what you have to do to get them lined up and do not drill them out! I remember using a small breaker bar.

smoothsdime1998 · 07-04-2008, 07:55 PM

I don't recommend using block with this kit, this bar(with the lower bag mounts) locate most of the axle and need to be very very snug. Using blocks you can break off the locater pin for the axle, not to metion throw off the instant center quite a bit.

m007gunit · 07-05-2008, 12:08 AM

I will try it to use a pry bar and get it in. I don't want to use any block either, The guy who sold me the kit said to use the blocks due to wheel hop. I think if I mes with my pinion angle I will not have any issue with wheel hop.

rockyroad217 · 07-05-2008, 03:33 AM

ive heard of using 1" blocks to fix the wheel hop issue, i just havent messed with it..and my pins were hard to line up too, but i got them in there, just took some time lol

oh and post up pics when you get done

m007gunit · 07-05-2008, 03:43 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by rockyroad217

ive heard of using 1" blocks to fix the wheel hop issue, i just havent messed with it..and my pins were hard to line up too, but i got them in there, just took some time lol

oh and post up pics when you get done

Got it almost in need to drill 6 holes then thats it! I got it in had to line 1 up then use a pair of channel locks to squeeze in the other side. This kit was cake to install but I would make 1 recommendation "remove the bed" soo much nicer to work on it from the top! I will post some pictures later, This kit is very high quality I must say!

rockyroad217 · 07-06-2008, 02:40 PM

yea, i didnt remove the bed to do mine, and it wasnt that much fun lol..but dont forget pics!

m007gunit · 07-06-2008, 10:51 PM

I took a few pics today have to post them still.
1 other question I have the rear bags linked together how much psi can I run, 100 total or 200 total?

m007gunit · 07-07-2008, 07:55 AM

here is a few pic's

m007gunit · 07-07-2008, 08:03 AM

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m007gunit · 07-07-2008, 08:07 AM

there ya go, let me know what you guys think

rockyroad217 · 07-07-2008, 08:33 AM

looks good man..i have my bags running to a T then to the tank, and i run 145 psi to them

m007gunit · 07-07-2008, 08:58 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by rockyroad217

looks good man..i have my bags running to a T then to the tank, and i run 145 psi to them

Thanks! this is my plan until I can bag the front

XtremeBowtie · 07-07-2008, 09:12 AM

Looking great man! I love the airbar!

***Juan@AirRideTech*** · 07-07-2008, 10:11 AM

if you have any questions feel free to hit me up..... LOL it's Jon btw juan is an insoide joke here

m007gunit · 07-07-2008, 10:54 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Juan@AirRideTech

if you have any questions feel free to hit me up..... LOL it's Jon btw juan is an insoide joke here

Thanks man! I liked the fit and quality of my kit and can't wait to see how my truck will handle and ride.

XtremeBowtie · 07-07-2008, 02:25 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Juan@AirRideTech

if you have any questions feel free to hit me up..... LOL it's Jon btw juan is an insoide joke here

Sorry, Jon!

m007gunit · 07-07-2008, 10:59 PM

Just finished the airbar install and went very smooth. I must say the guys at Air Ride Technologies have done their homework and this kit is awesome I am very pleased. It is not layin frame but I still need to bag the front and get a little closer to mother earth! as for mow I am going to install my compressor and tank and air it up and see how it rides. I have called ART a few times and the always give a fast response with the correct info, Thanks guys You have a customer for life!

rockyroad217 · 07-08-2008, 03:01 AM

yea man i agree..i really like my airbar..post some pics with the bed on!

***Juan@AirRideTech*** · 07-08-2008, 09:22 AM

Appriciate it guys we try......

***Juan@AirRideTech*** · 07-08-2008, 09:23 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by XtremeBowtie

Sorry, Jon!

No worries man....

m007gunit · 07-08-2008, 09:31 AM

I will post them when I get my compressor and tank in.

m007gunit · 07-10-2008, 11:01 PM

Ok haven't gotten the compressor or tank in, The reason is I could not wait so I got a manual fill valve and air that up.
question #1 what is every one running as far as psi in the rear?
question #2 I want to mount the air tank under the bed so what has anyone else used?
I am also having a issue with wheel hop but called art today and he helped me big! Thanks man.

rockyroad217 · 07-10-2008, 11:47 PM

i dont have gauges in the rear yet, so i just ride whatever feels comfortable..whatd they say about the wheel hop? add 1" blocks?

m007gunit · 07-11-2008, 12:42 AM

no they said that take a angle finder and measure the top of the air bar at the bracket and measure the bottom and make sure the 2 points will intersect in front of the rear axle and not the back, if the 2 measurements will intersect in rear of axle then wheel hop will occur. He also said at ride height the bags will be inflated @ 60psi, my problem is the truck is riding pretty high at 40-50 psi so I am going to have to mess with m,y pinion angle for the hop and maybe add blocks to ride lower when fully inflated. just a thought any input is appreciated, I hope you can understand what I was talking about.

rockyroad217 · 07-11-2008, 01:40 AM

60 psi seems like it would be kinda high..i like to ride low anyway lol

m007gunit · 07-11-2008, 09:29 AM

So do I like a 1 inch above the wheel or lower. I will play with my pinion angle and measurements like he told me, and if it still has problems I will add the block then.

ippy00 · 07-14-2008, 01:09 AM

i ride between 70-80 on my 2nd gen...

and mounted the tank under the bed where the spare tire was..

***Juan@AirRideTech*** · 07-14-2008, 11:38 AM

keep in mind that pressure vs. height is a big misconception. The F9000 is designed to ride at 9" to 9.5" at ride height, so it doesn't matter if the pressure is 10psi or 110psi as long as the bag is 9-9.5" tall at ride height.

07-04-2008, 10:22 AM	#1
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	airbar install Started my airbar install last night and it seems the bottom bar that mounts to the axle, will not bolt easy to the axle. The dowls that position the axle seem spread out a but more than my axle mounting plates ( maybe a1/2 inch),any ideas what could be done should I drill bigger holes for dowl's so there is some adjustment? anyone have this problem?
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07-04-2008, 12:39 PM	#2
XtremeBowtie The Bowtie Brigade Age: 25 Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 466 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install I didn't have this problem. Calling ART or PM'ing Juan would probably be your best bet to get more info.
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07-04-2008, 05:57 PM	#3
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Quote: Originally Posted by XtremeBowtie I didn't have this problem. Calling ART or PM'ing Juan would probably be your best bet to get more info. it will fit if use a 2 inch block it fist no prob, I think this is strange but maybe it gives me a bit more clearance because the dowel on the blocks is smaller than on the airbar.
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07-04-2008, 07:52 PM	#4
smoothsdime1998 User Registered Age: 23 Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 1,894 Location: michigan User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install It's suppose to be very tight fitting there is nothing wrong. Do what you have to do to get them lined up and do not drill them out! I remember using a small breaker bar.
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07-04-2008, 07:55 PM	#5
smoothsdime1998 User Registered Age: 23 Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 1,894 Location: michigan User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install I don't recommend using block with this kit, this bar(with the lower bag mounts) locate most of the axle and need to be very very snug. Using blocks you can break off the locater pin for the axle, not to metion throw off the instant center quite a bit.
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07-05-2008, 12:08 AM	#6
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install I will try it to use a pry bar and get it in. I don't want to use any block either, The guy who sold me the kit said to use the blocks due to wheel hop. I think if I mes with my pinion angle I will not have any issue with wheel hop.
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07-05-2008, 03:33 AM	#7
rockyroad217 got a new grille! Age: 22 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,223 Location: Pine Bluff, AR User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install ive heard of using 1" blocks to fix the wheel hop issue, i just havent messed with it..and my pins were hard to line up too, but i got them in there, just took some time lol oh and post up pics when you get done
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07-05-2008, 03:43 PM	#8
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Quote: Originally Posted by rockyroad217 ive heard of using 1" blocks to fix the wheel hop issue, i just havent messed with it..and my pins were hard to line up too, but i got them in there, just took some time lol oh and post up pics when you get done Got it almost in need to drill 6 holes then thats it! I got it in had to line 1 up then use a pair of channel locks to squeeze in the other side. This kit was cake to install but I would make 1 recommendation "remove the bed" soo much nicer to work on it from the top! I will post some pictures later, This kit is very high quality I must say!
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07-06-2008, 02:40 PM	#9
rockyroad217 got a new grille! Age: 22 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,223 Location: Pine Bluff, AR User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install yea, i didnt remove the bed to do mine, and it wasnt that much fun lol..but dont forget pics!
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07-06-2008, 10:51 PM	#10
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install I took a few pics today have to post them still. 1 other question I have the rear bags linked together how much psi can I run, 100 total or 200 total?
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07-07-2008, 07:55 AM	#11
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install here is a few pic's Last edited by m007gunit : 07-07-2008 at 07:56 AM.
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07-07-2008, 08:03 AM	#12
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Last edited by m007gunit : 07-07-2008 at 08:04 AM.
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07-07-2008, 08:05 AM	#13
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07-07-2008, 08:06 AM	#14
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07-07-2008, 08:07 AM	#15
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install there ya go, let me know what you guys think
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07-07-2008, 08:33 AM	#16
rockyroad217 got a new grille! Age: 22 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,223 Location: Pine Bluff, AR User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install looks good man..i have my bags running to a T then to the tank, and i run 145 psi to them
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07-07-2008, 08:58 AM	#17
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Quote: Originally Posted by rockyroad217 looks good man..i have my bags running to a T then to the tank, and i run 145 psi to them Thanks! this is my plan until I can bag the front
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07-07-2008, 09:12 AM	#18
XtremeBowtie The Bowtie Brigade Age: 25 Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 466 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Looking great man! I love the airbar!
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07-07-2008, 10:11 AM	#19
*Juan@AirRideTech* Jon@ridetech.com Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,752 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install if you have any questions feel free to hit me up..... LOL it's Jon btw juan is an insoide joke here
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07-07-2008, 10:54 AM	#20
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Quote: Originally Posted by Juan@AirRideTech if you have any questions feel free to hit me up..... LOL it's Jon btw juan is an insoide joke here Thanks man! I liked the fit and quality of my kit and can't wait to see how my truck will handle and ride.
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07-07-2008, 02:25 PM	#21
XtremeBowtie The Bowtie Brigade Age: 25 Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 466 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Quote: Originally Posted by Juan@AirRideTech if you have any questions feel free to hit me up..... LOL it's Jon btw juan is an insoide joke here Sorry, Jon!
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07-07-2008, 10:59 PM	#22
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Just finished the airbar install and went very smooth. I must say the guys at Air Ride Technologies have done their homework and this kit is awesome I am very pleased. It is not layin frame but I still need to bag the front and get a little closer to mother earth! as for mow I am going to install my compressor and tank and air it up and see how it rides. I have called ART a few times and the always give a fast response with the correct info, Thanks guys You have a customer for life!
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07-08-2008, 03:01 AM	#23
rockyroad217 got a new grille! Age: 22 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,223 Location: Pine Bluff, AR User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install yea man i agree..i really like my airbar..post some pics with the bed on!
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07-08-2008, 09:22 AM	#24
*Juan@AirRideTech* Jon@ridetech.com Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,752 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Appriciate it guys we try......
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07-08-2008, 09:23 AM	#25
*Juan@AirRideTech* Jon@ridetech.com Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,752 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Quote: Originally Posted by XtremeBowtie Sorry, Jon! No worries man....
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07-08-2008, 09:31 AM	#26
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install I will post them when I get my compressor and tank in.
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07-10-2008, 11:01 PM	#27
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install Ok haven't gotten the compressor or tank in, The reason is I could not wait so I got a manual fill valve and air that up. question #1 what is every one running as far as psi in the rear? question #2 I want to mount the air tank under the bed so what has anyone else used? I am also having a issue with wheel hop but called art today and he helped me big! Thanks man.
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07-10-2008, 11:47 PM	#28
rockyroad217 got a new grille! Age: 22 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,223 Location: Pine Bluff, AR User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install i dont have gauges in the rear yet, so i just ride whatever feels comfortable..whatd they say about the wheel hop? add 1" blocks?
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07-11-2008, 12:42 AM	#29
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install no they said that take a angle finder and measure the top of the air bar at the bracket and measure the bottom and make sure the 2 points will intersect in front of the rear axle and not the back, if the 2 measurements will intersect in rear of axle then wheel hop will occur. He also said at ride height the bags will be inflated @ 60psi, my problem is the truck is riding pretty high at 40-50 psi so I am going to have to mess with m,y pinion angle for the hop and maybe add blocks to ride lower when fully inflated. just a thought any input is appreciated, I hope you can understand what I was talking about.
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07-11-2008, 01:40 AM	#30
rockyroad217 got a new grille! Age: 22 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,223 Location: Pine Bluff, AR User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install 60 psi seems like it would be kinda high..i like to ride low anyway lol
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07-11-2008, 09:29 AM	#31
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install So do I like a 1 inch above the wheel or lower. I will play with my pinion angle and measurements like he told me, and if it still has problems I will add the block then.
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07-14-2008, 01:09 AM	#32
ippy00 Registered User Age: 22 Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 189 Location: dirty jersey User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install i ride between 70-80 on my 2nd gen... and mounted the tank under the bed where the spare tire was..
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07-14-2008, 11:38 AM	#33
*Juan@AirRideTech* Jon@ridetech.com Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,752 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: airbar install keep in mind that pressure vs. height is a big misconception. The F9000 is designed to ride at 9" to 9.5" at ride height, so it doesn't matter if the pressure is 10psi or 110psi as long as the bag is 9-9.5" tall at ride height.
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07-14-2008, 11:06 PM	#34
m007gunit Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 485 Location: Rochester NY User is: OffLine