Universal Double Convoluted Air Spring A01-760-0335 Firestone Air
Suspension 2b2600 Auto Spare Parts For AMERICAN PICK-U
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Helper Spring Kit for your Chevrolet or GMC.
Air suspension increases the transport capabilities of trucks and
trailers by providing a better grip that levels the entire
suspension. 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. The air suspension system
keeps trucks level from side to side, especially in cases where
cargo is difficult to level. This results in reduced body roll when
turning corners and curves.
Some of the drawbacks of air suspension systems are because of some
of the mechanical issues they can be vulnerable to. Several of the
common issues with air suspension systems that can require repair
include:
- Rust or moisture damage from the inside that can lead to the air
struts or bags to malfunction
- Failure of the air suspension tubing connecting the air struts or
bags to the air system
- Air fitting failure resulting from initial fitting or infrequent
use
- Compressor burn out due to air leaks in the springs or air struts
from the compressor constantly engaging to maintain the proper air
pressure
Air suspension systems seem even more mysterious but, as it turns
out, they aren't a whole lot different. Most modern suspensions are
made up of a coil spring that slips over a shock or is positioned
near it. At its core, an air suspension really just does away with
those coil springs for flexible, pressure-filled bags of air that
are typically made of the same sort of rubber as your tires. At the
touch of a button, the bags can be inflated or deflated, instantly
altering ride height and how the suspension performs.
