Ride Quality –
Converting your shocks, struts, and coil springs to an air suspension setup allows for a better ride quality
due to the design of the air shock. Air shocks make for a comfortable and softer ride quality that is leagues ahead of your factory suspension setup.
Do air shocks wear out?
Typically, you should expect to replace your shocks every 50,000 miles
. However, the wear and tear on the shocks will obviously affect their lifespan. Do you take your vehicle off-roading?
Do air shocks increase ride height?
What are air shocks filled with?
Like coilover shocks, you will need a system to add a high-pressure charge of nitrogen. Poly Performance offers this
nitrogen bottle kit
for around $400, and it can be filled at most welder shops for $10 to $15.
Are air shocks bouncy?
The air component of an air shock isn’t actually a shock at all… it’s a spring. And
springs are made to bounce
. The shock is there to manage that bounce. An air shock will often give you a bouncier ride because you’re just adding to the springiness of the suspension.
How does air suspension feel?
An air suspension system can also be adjusted for feel, so drivers can choose between a
softer feel for highway cruising or a harder ride for improved handling on more demanding roads
. In the case of hauling heavy loads, air suspension offers more consistency and keeps all wheels even.
How long will air shocks last?
Air Struts/Air Bags –
80,000-100,000 Miles
Air springs normally last 80,000 to 100,000 miles. Over this time, the rubber bladder dries out, and cracks appear around the bottom piston.
Do air shocks ride rough?
We often hear from people with air suspension springs that
when not loaded, they experience a pretty harsh ride
. Without a load, they tend to feel every bump and pothole in the road, with the truck rattling at every dip.
How do you maintain air suspension?
Can you drift on air suspension?
Is Air Suspension Good For Racing?
We know a few people that do use their air equipped cars for racing and even drifting
! You can properly set up your car to handle the pressure (no pun intended) of racing.
Which is better air or spring suspension?
Some shippers view
air ride as the top suspension choice for handling, lateral control and roll stability
, and it’s often said to be gentler on freight. On the other hand, spring ride has comparable damping characteristics (the control of motion or oscillation) to air ride for full loads.
Can you drive fast with air suspension?
Cody Miles is no stranger to the question ‘can you go fast on air suspension? ‘ and he’s proved the answer to be a resounding ‘
YES!
‘. Gears and Gasoline caught up with him to find out what puts Air Lift Performance ahead of the field.
Are air shocks filled with oil?
The oil is normal
(even the owner’s manual warns of the possibility). It’s not unusual for them not to lose any air.
What is the purpose of air suspension?
The purpose of air suspension is
to give consistency across all wheels
, and there is a lower risk of body roll when turning corners, less risk of breakages and less load shifting and damage caused due to reduced vibrations through the suspension.
What causes air suspension to break?
Air spring – The most common air suspension failure is in the air bag spring. Like a standard shock, strut, or coil spring, these parts wear out over time and need replacement. Mainly,
weathering and the repeated compression/decompression cycles
cause cracks in the rubber bellows.
How much air do you put in air shocks?
The proper pressure of an air shock should be
between 35 and 75 PSI
. If it is any lower than this, the shocks will need to be filled with air.
How do you adjust air shocks?
Can you replace air shocks with regular shocks?
When an air ride system fails, there can be up to four different options to return the vehicle to operating condition. Some involve repairing the existing air ride system, while
others involve replacing the system with springs and passive shocks and struts
. All options have their pros and cons.
What is the most common problem with air shocks?
The single most common air suspension control system issue we deal with is
poor voltage to the ECU or compressors
. Typically this is caused by either poor grounds or a low battery. It is super common for folks installing a new air suspension to get anxious to see the car or truck inflate and deflate.
Is air suspension good offroad?
Is air suspension good for off-road?
Yes, due to the very nature of air suspension being regulated with differing air pressures, you can often feel like you are gliding over rough terrain without even feeling it
. Using air suspension limits damage and giving you and your passengers a more comfortable journey.
Will air shocks lift my car?
No. Air shocks aren’t designed to bear the load of your vehicle
, they are for suspension damping just like a regular shock.
How much weight will air shocks hold?
DESIGNED TO MAINTAIN VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT
Monroe Max-Air air shocks can be inflated or deflated as needed, up to 150 PSI, to maintain ride height when under load with additional weight up to
1,200 lbs
. (Capacity is limited by vehicle suspension, tires and transmission.
How much pressure do air shocks hold?
Gabriel Hijacker air shocks air pressure ranges from
25 to 200 psi
. Usually you just lift the back to how high you want your rear bumper so it dosen’t drag or for tire clearance when it has a heavy load.
