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Just trying to cover all the bases for if I airbag my ute. What size air tank would be needed for a fairly small vehicle (around 2200lbs or so) that doesn’t need to be excessively quick moving? Most of the setups I’ve seen seem to run around 5 gallons (19ish litres if my conversion is right) or more. Will be running a Macpherson strut setup in the front with bags and monoleaf in the rear, probably 3/8 inch valves. As my Corolla ute is unitary construction I won’t be trying to jump it or drag it really, just want a setup that will ride nice and allow me to dump it right out when I feel the need or jack it up to get me over speed humps.
The second question is who has made their own tank setup? Have seen a few tanks built into the frame, gave me the idea to build my own tank out of pipes so I can hide it in the sides of the tray. Basically I want the air setup to be completely hidden. Any major drawbacks, other than getting it 100% airtight? What wall thickness did you use and did you paint the inside to prevent rust etc? I understand why some people don’t like this setup as the tank becomes part of the frame and will be more prone to rust as it is a moist environment, for my setup though it will have no structural purpose. To get my 5 gallons I would only need to hide around 8 feet of 4 inch ID pipe, or if I got retangular tube I could go 4 x 4 inch and need less than 7 feet.
Any input would be appreciated.
Callum