an_orange_s2k Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 I've read that hauling/towing potential becomes nonexistant with it but heavy duty trucks use air springs to tow/haul so does anyone have any experience with it on a 521? Reason I want to go with that set up because I love look of a lowered 521 but I also plan to use it to transport my bike to and from the track. Please chime in! 1 Quote Link to comment
Laecaon Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 i install air over leaf hauling bags at work on trucks. Its a great option to dynamically increase hauling. I think the bigger issue is going to be the way the motor behaves,and how stable the truck is going to be. Look up "airlift slamair" 1 Quote Link to comment
]2eDeYe Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 I don't think a bike and some tools would be too big of a deal. Make sure the load rating on the air bags you use is more than up to the weights you plan on hauling. You will also want to make sure your links and hardware are up to the task as well. 1 Quote Link to comment
elmerfudpucker Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 I have air shocks on my 720 and they give me about 6 to 8 inches from bottom out to top end depending on pressure and load, and they are cheaper than bags. I have hauled a ton of brick with no issues. The only thing I would worry about is your brakes. Too heavy of a load will be an issue if you cant stop! :huh: :o :frantics: :bye: 1 Quote Link to comment
jrock4224 Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 why do most big rigs these day use air bags on every axle if its such a issue....this is a common mis nomer among uneducated bag people....same people usually see bagged truck and even though they see air bags call it hydralics...your limiting tow capaicity is a bigger issue to the tranny then bags... 1 Quote Link to comment
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