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Air Lift Bags

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HotRodDime   +1y
nice
wormy94   +1y
they replace them for free if its the band they have replaced two of mine all u have to do is call them
streetsweeper1   +1y
THANKS BRO!
TwistedPhil   +1y
We had a problem with AirLift bags about a year ago, and they revised the way the bands are crimped on. Since they made the change, we've sold about 100 AirLift bags, and this is one of only a few bags from the newer batches that have failed. I think it has a lot to do with the higher pressures and added weight this vehicle is putting on the system.
On the bright side, they'll warranty them out as long as they aren't rubbed, but I know that's not as good as just not having them fail in the first place.
If someone calls to order a bag kit, you better believe we're trying to talk him into the best stuff he can afford! But if someone is dead-set on a budget, it's hard to get them to pop for the Zenith and Slams... it sucks, but some people have to learn the hard way!

-Phil at FBI
BUILTON24S   +1y
Edited: 7/21/2006 4:23:01 PM by BUILTON24S

Universal Air also sells a bag with rings on top and bottom as a seal,they are made in house.The thing with those bags is they have be limited wth a limit strap or shock from overextending.If u dont overextend you wont have a problem.I know most bags contitech,firestone you dont have to worry about that stuff..but thats why these bags come at a cheaper price.
TwistedPhil   +1y
That's a good point about the limit straps- I forgot to mention that!
However, Firestones, Contis and Slams will all be damaged over time without them, too! They may just hold up to the abuse for a longer period, but ALL airbag manufacturers have recommended extended and collapsed maximum heights and pressures!

-Phil at FBI
whynotfab   +1y
A few friends of mine had nothing rubbing the bags, but blew bags all the time due to those rings poppin off. went through probably 3-4 airlift bags (the "extreme" ones even) before swapping to Contitech and no problems since.

I was afraid to use them on my truck so I got rid of a set I got a deal on and had layin around.. and personally dont suggest them to anyone because what if somehow you got ahold of one of the old ones.. and it blows while driving. Don't offer them on my site because of this also..
bdydrpd97   +1y
I have airlift bags on my 97 fullsize, I have the 2600 lb ones. I have had them in for a whole year and haven't had any problem with them yet. I have heard of the 2500's leaking and blowing alot though.
2lo4u   +1y
I had them in my dime for three years and 40,000 miles and never had a problem. I did have shocks to limit travel and only ran 150 psi though. But i will be buying slams from now on.
NRChopShop   +1y
Edited: 7/26/2006 7:21:24 AM by NRChopShop

this is the 3rd i have seen blow just like this
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