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12-09-2011, 01:29 AM

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Lem-06

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mm, i wouldnt mind that adjustability.
drop it down low to look good. but still raise it up for those annoying speed bumps and other crappy parking lot entrances

12-09-2011, 07:15 AM

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^^^^ That is the really cool thing about the adjustable height control, you can clear obstacles, but still drive low. The other benefit is handling performance is also greatly improved!

12-11-2011, 11:34 AM

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Hey Nate! Nice write up. Hope you don't mind me using your pic as my avatar!

No problem Jeremy. If you want to ship my car and me to SEMA next year we'll call it even

12-11-2011, 11:36 AM

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12-11-2011, 09:08 PM

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Lem-06

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damn thing looks mean
maybe if i won the lotto i could do something like this :P
(after i paid off my car)

03-06-2012, 03:32 PM

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Its big differance in ride quality and handling. These new air ride kits are built with performance in mind. A couple years ago Air Ride Technologies car wont the SCCA nationals. It adds about 25-30lbs over the rear wheels. Nothing too crazy.

How about the actual shocks/bags themselves? How much heavier are they compares to shocks/coil springs?

03-08-2012, 04:51 PM

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How about the actual shocks/bags themselves? How much heavier are they compares to shocks/coil springs?

I really don't know but if I had to guess I'd say they are actually lighter due to there being no springs. A rubber air bladder replaced the springs.

03-08-2012, 05:01 PM

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mondo73

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Looks good. I know the ride must be comfortable.

03-16-2012, 11:17 AM

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How about the actual shocks/bags themselves? How much heavier are they compares to shocks/coil springs?

Our suspension components weigh less than the Ford OEM parts by about 4 pounds per corner. This works out to roughly a 16 pound weight reduction of unsprung mass which equals better ride and handling.