Airlift Overview: Expectations and Obstacles

There are a lot of components that make up a air suspension kit. We cover some things to expect when purchasing and installing your kit. If your new to air ride and considering buying a kit, watch this full video first! Drop a comment below and let us know if this helped.
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[@Wallace-Invests]

“Trying to reach 50k subs” now almost 500k! Happy for all of y’all success man🤘

[@jay_tarantula899]

Lolol literally

[@andrewmichel8547]

Hey guys, not sure if it’s been mentioned but the silicone that was discussed around the 16min mark is actually designed as a drain tube for the black self draining water trap that comes in all of AL’s new kits. The line isn’t rated for pressure. 1/4in or 3/8in DOT line that comes in the kit needs to be used anywhere pressure is being stored or transferred through. Great vid and I’m glad you guys are explaining this stuff to people new to air!!

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks for the extra info! 🤘

[@dmitriroach9506]

This made me want to bag my Audi thanks

[@jalderink]

Heh, it made me NOT want to. Also thanks

[@unknownip6741]

Hah audi

[@whiterex06]

Wanted to watch this because I bought an audi

[@RobertD_83]

Great in depth informative video. I have seen anyone else go into this much detail about the process and everything involved in bagging a car. Great work!

[@razerone49]

Wow. This was THE most thorough overview or air ride I’ve seen yet (by far). This would’ve saved me so many headaches years ago when I winged everything. Well done my man🙌

[@mikeross5627]

Crazy good video guys!! I never really understood airlift. This video helped a bunch!!

[@CTracing821]

As an airlift employee i want to thank you for doing this video, and this helps with customers questions

[@FitmentIndustries]

Of course man! Thanks for supplying the awesome products! 🖤

[@CTracing821]

No problem ive referred this video a few times to customers!

[@modakaification]

Great video and very informative. He is correct if you planning to bag your car it's advised to take a few days of planning to make sure you have all the components and the fittings for the air system. I came across this video after I installed my air system and yes it took me a few days to make sure I had all things accounted for the build install especially if you are installing the air system yourself. Keep on bagging guys!

[@ShartsFired]

Thanks for making all these videos! Really helpful for me choosing which setup I am planning on running.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks for the support!!

[@bklyn1267]

Love the rims. I have them on my 350z.I get so many compliments on those joints!

[@PapawsDadillacOEMplus]

This answered alot of my questions for bagging my cadillac ats since not alot of people have done it. Thank you

[@georgewalker8570]

That was one of the most helpful and in depth videos I've seen. Thank you. . I'll be getting mine soon...

[@donaldmokgale3123]

This is incredibly valuable thank you for sharing this man, please keep em coming!!!

[@briannavarro3382]

Thanks for the info can’t wait to see the maintain end of the part

[@Monificent]

I love you guys. You just brang the forum to KZbin!!! Damn I needed this.

[@andreykirilov510]

Looking forward for an airlift kit. Thx for the help

[@Hold.My.Tacoss]

It’s funny that the flimsy drain line blew on me also while driving. Happened a few times then I realized it was ACTUALLY made to go onto the bottom of the water trap & replace it with the 1/4 line as you said no problems since... You live & you learn ..

[@waterwyvren1]

Oh yea! You uploaded this on my birthday. Thanks!

[@FitmentIndustries]

Happy B-day! Thanks for watching!

[@banannamobbs]

Im project planning my W210 Wagon and dream of the day I can bag it and this video gave me so much courage ♥️✊🏽 E55 swap, light body work and bags!

[@FitmentIndustries]

Sounds gnarly! Best of luck to you! 🙏🏼

[@mikliliev3206]

Nice video, was very interested watching this despite I'm not going to bags in the nearest future

[@lightofscorpio]

very informative. great video as always!

[@vic721]

I can't wait to put my Infiniti m45x on bags. I'm trying to do my research now. Thanks for the video I like how simple it bnb is now.

[@track1go]

Great video! Just bought a 2021 Toyota Highlander XSE AWD and plan on going with the 3H system!

[@joelfuentes5148]

I was distracted by those beautiful wheels with perfect fitment. Euro car can pull off just about any rims.

[@BackyardBandits]

you guys hit on everything i learned the hard way. great video

[@matd8958]

Need more videos from you man , now i cant decide on power upgrade or airlift, thanks lol

[@miggyb88]

Nice, super helpful, thank you....now on my journey to get a 51 mercury on air suspension

[@csmers3743]

Very informative vid.. Always wanted bags and this was very helpful.. Subbed

[@FitmentIndustries]

Ayeee! Welcome to the fam!!

[@parnellap]

I love this video, it's very informative

[@zeelanjoseph839]

Awesome content, great advice 🤙

[@ricker6187]

Been working on my car guys but I still watch ever video and smash that thumbs up button 👍🤙

[@FitmentIndustries]

Awesome man get that thing built! We appreciate the support dude! -Andrew

[@tontonpacute]

i was on here at 35k subs good job fitment inc

[@ThuqnificentLI]

Amazing informational video. Thank you!

[@FitmentIndustries]

🙏🏼❤️

[@spins8085]

Just installed my airlift kit...so these videos were very informative. Looking for a video discussing additional accessories like water traps, check valves and such. Have you guys dine a vids on these things. Thanks

[@startupoutdoors9474]

Mann this video is on point

[@audiblewheezinginbound9709]

Oh yeah air bag suspension video!!!

[@stevensanchez330]

Great video I will be bagging my car with airlift this year 🤟🏼🙌🏼

[@denis7738]

StevieBoy have you done it yet? I’m doing it to my car next month

[@crimsonfury949]

Damn ,these are some sweet rims.

[@anthonyalvarez6735]

That was very informative and helpful. I just got a 3p system and going to DIY. Thanks a lot FI

[@anthonyalvarez6735]

Just finished the install on Saturday. It was a long process but super worth it.

[@DanielHernandez-gu1ku]

.great video very informative

[@DoubbleAgent]

Great info!

[@Remedy21]

Awesome vid !!! Needed this 13 years ago tho 😂

[@FitmentIndustries]

🖤🖤🖤anything to help!

[@thewickedscat4012]

Getting bags on my scat excited went with the 3p

[@SlammedStangs]

Awesome video dude

[@xneiil]

great video i learned a lot.

[@Izaza433]

Great video. Please do more

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks for the support!

[@lynch42]

Definitely informative video for the noobs like myself. I want to do air suspension too but I'm doing my research to see which brand is good and what to buy.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks for the feedback. If you have any questions we are here to help. Drop us a message at [e-mail] -Andrew

[@mohammedbasuwaidan1737]

How’s the ride with the bags? Is it comfortable? Can you make a video inside the car driving around? Thank you this is sooo helpful! Salute 👍🏾

[@HarryQ88]

Need my M140i with this setup 💯

[@xxon3godxx584]

Awesome video and info just subbed 😋👍🏽

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks for the support!

[@derekgoyer2852]

Killer , would love to bag my mk7 sportwagen

[@redwanriyan2970]

air out slowly in intervals like in 21:30 with an open air dump while downshifting or like revving, might sound like actual exhaust crackles, pops or bangs

[@michaelstenhjem8086]

Great video, very informative, and kinda makes me want to run air

[@FitmentIndustries]

DO ITTT

[@michaelstenhjem8086]

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[@ldotmurray]

Great video. I have an E Class Merc with factory air suspension. I love it. I have 3 other cars but can’t afford an airlift on any of them. Once I make more money I will add a system to my BMW E38 740iL

[@sadakotube]

Thanks man. Was waiting for this

[@hiroshi138]

Good tips...even if your setup is a different brand than Airlift

[@simplyclean4907]

I like the tuck because on other 2 it pokes to much when air up... only look good when air out...

[@dh-vc2yc]

Congrats on 50k

[@gle1597]

see that 50k we did that

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thank you! We did it with everyones help :)

[@mikeross5627]

They almost at 80K now bro ✊

[@basharanwar6858]

Damn there 250k in only a year

[@drmememachine]

412k now

[@Dudebrotheguy]

My personal experience with air suspension(gt500): -Spend 10k figuring everything out and getting you fitment just right -Tell everyone who as much as looks at your car how you could have done it with 4k -Get use to never using your trunk -Get use to having a wet trunk because no matter how many times you "fix" the compressor there is still condensation -Get comfortable with humming from the back of your car

[@TeoPooks]

Not sure if you’ll see this and this could possibly be a dumb question but if I purchase airlift suspension it’s just the tank, ecu, compressors etc but not the suspension part? (This was the only reason reply I seen so I chose you)

[@jorgefruizjr7715]

cool vid

[@gregoryharris8219]

Very informative, which would you suggest for a Dodge Charger SRT8 2013.

[@grimace8560]

i have had a air kit in my house for like 4 years.... just never got the bags... one day i will do something with them

[@matickriznik3520]

Tnx nicely explained

[@FitmentIndustries]

Glad you enjoyed the video and hopefully you learned something from it!

[@AllaboutTheWoodrows]

Most quiet pump and how much do the air ride kits cost in general all 3

[@Ghandifloss]

I run manual management and it’s sickkkkkkkkkk, no messing about with manifolds and electronics

[@mrsnowboardcrazy]

Krystian how does the manual work?

[@Ghandifloss]

google it lol, you have 2-4 switches and set the pressure in the bags yourself, as well as let out air as you please. Its a little slower in airing up and down, but you're saving all the money you'd spend on V2/3P. You can also run a pressure gauge with different coloured needles, each indicating either front/ back or single bags.

[@Ghandifloss]

V2 is digital management

[@pettypendergrass8596]

Great Info!

[@edwardlewandowski1213]

Lol proper size tire, 225 35 on an 8.5, i have that on my 11.5 😂😂🙏🏽❤️ great video thank you for the info

[@edwardlewandowski1213]

Ad then at the end “were trying to get to 50k subscribers” 😂 500k later and theres still noobs coming to play 💪🏽

[@zacparks1723]

What's the word on that trunk liner/matt/thing you have? That diamond stitch is sweet.

[@jeffalv6176]

Tyvm for this great video. I just have a couple questions. First, do the compressors start every single time i air up and down? Or only after a specific point? Also, let say i park and fully air out. Then when i leave, air it back up, how long do the compressors run for ? And lastly, would you suggest a second battery setup or no need? Coz i have my sub woofer line hooked to my battery already and really dont know how to manage power from this point. Dont want to kill the battery. Eventho i heard theres a killswitch which i dont think you talked about. Again, tyvm. Getting my 3p next summer for my 07 Z. Regards

[@WOLFY-tl7cu]

Above all, nice car choice man,looks great One question tho what is that thing on the hood ? I saw people do it on older golf models MK-I & MK-II

[@Teehee_its_jay]

Hey guys! So I was looking for that video of you guys talking about how to maintain and do your own services on your air suspension and couldn't seem to find it. Can you guys make a new vlog for this? I'm sure you'll help out a lot of people. Thanks guys and keep up the great work!

[@FitmentIndustries]

Great suggestion, I know once it gets warmer out we will be making more videos on air lift suspension and up-keep!

[@Mechanic618]

@@FitmentIndustries Still can't find it. Was the maintenance video ever done? Thanks.

[@THEWATER3UCKET]

Coil overs it is, holy shit.

[@b1unt30z]

sheeeesh 😩😩 poke fitment

[@lamboman12000]

Can you guys come up with a kit for a 2005 corvette?

[@deuslodus]

Love the vid! But what happened to the routine maintenance vid 🥲

[@MadMan_123]

Would love to do bags but on the safeway budget think I'm going struts n springs

[@AtlantaGeorgia404]

I was going to get coilovers but I really would like this. But I'd have to find somewhere in the Atlanta area to install this system. Wouldn't try this myself.

[@lightofscorpio]

i literally went from installing drop springs (once) to installing coilovers (once) to installing my current air bag system (accuair management + d2 bags over coils). i would say the hardest part of the installation was the height sensors.. i didnt make any custom hard lines (aluminum, copper, etc), only stock lines. took me about a week of work or less. so looking at air bagged cars, it just looks like an insane job, but its not that hard if you can follow instructions that most systems provide. I just dont like people tearing apart my car because ive seen people working on cars and they dont always do it cleanly, but im sure theres shops that do it clean, i just trust myself more and im sure theres others that might feel the same. TLDR: its not as hard as it looks

[@jackcollin1695]

AtlantaGeorgia404 just buy coilovers.less maintenance and last longer without maintenance. Airlifs/bags will need often maintenance on all hoses,wires and tank (depends on your location/climate) it mostly for looks than reliability and longevity use.if you have 2 cars (1 for daily and 1 for show) do it for your showcar but not for daily (only one car) if so,be prepare your wallet for sooner issues and maintenance of your suspension.

[@justinbowers2328]

Great vid thx. Link to build wasn't found

[@MrWong26]

I love this video, I just got a Golf Sportwagen but I hate the ride quality, it feels really bouncy and stiff. I was wondering if you guys know of a solution for this? Can getting coil overs or airbags improve my ride quality? I wont be running some paper thin tires or over sized wheels. My car comes stock with 18" wheels and 40 series tires.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Hello, I would suggest maybe a set of coil overs or lowering springs to help with that ride quality! Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and we can help you out with this!

[@williamsantiago7303]

Great video buddy. Could you give me a recommendation? I have a 2015 Honda cr-v 2wd and I have aftermarket wheels and tires which are bigger than factory. I like my factory ride height but when I sit people in the back seat and since my tires poke out a little bit they rub with all that weight back there. I would like a bag system if they make one for my application were I could just fill them at a gas station or my compressor at home. I don't need a onboard air system and I would like my factory ride height to stay when the bags are deflated. Is this possible? I used to have air shocks in my 1970 chevelle but this Honda has struts in the back so I don't know if they my struts and if they do will they do what I'm asking you? Forgive me for such a long comment buddy. Thumbs up👍 on your video friend, bye.

[@VegasStacker702]

I have a 2019 audi sq5 with factory air ride. Do you have any options available for me to air it out? Thanks

[@eazygfx4815]

just a quick tip, not sure if its just here but in the NL the stores dont call them Telfon tape anymore but PTFE tape

[@eazygfx4815]

Teflon*

[@AllaboutTheWoodrows]

I have been a bit busy lately had to get my girls tooth fixed put a dent in my funds for a bit haha but how do you post pictures in the website, I don’t have much of pictures only 2 of the setup currently need to get under the car again and replace some things in the steering system one wheel turns sharper than the other causes it to run the frame on hard full lock right but left has 2” clear

[@FitmentIndustries]

Follow the link super easy!! bit.ly/2obqAZQ

[@fredjones5327]

Quick question.. did you have to remove your axel bolt on your VW to drop the knuckle to get the front bags in???

[@sebz7248]

You should get some custom tail lights for a show mode. Would look clean when bagged and at a meet.

[@FitmentIndustries]

For sure, I was thinking about upgrading to the 2018 Alltrack LED tails. -Andrew

[@sebz7248]

Yea those would clean man :D

[@plantnitro8677]

¿Que mas? 50k??!??? Ayyeeee congrats, time for 100k!!

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks homie!!!

[@Timberwolf35546]

Would the kit for 2008 Chevy hhr fit on the same year impala? I have been looking for a kit for several years now and all I have found is me having someone else custom fit a system. I however want to install myself to have the opportunity to teach my kids in-depth about suspension systems..

[@newtz.]

why can i smell car right now! nice

[@carsandguitars7064]

I see you have the air manifold mounted on an angle.did you do that for show or the ease of the air line fitment?

[@WLDWRX]

I’d say it would be 50/50 so it would be both for show and for the ease of air line fitment

[@chrisvalentine9735]

Things have come a long way since my nitrogen tank and ball valves.

[@Dre9golan]

Chris Valentine hahaha brings back memories

[@brinkvisagie3912]

That bonnet bra though :D If only air suspension wasn't so loud and so heavy :D

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks its Autobrahn. Agreed its super fun to play with and has been beneficial in lots of scenarios, but it is noisy. -Andrew

[@xtremtc]

Can I upgrade my V2 to a 3P by just changing the manifold or do I need a new wiring harness also?

[@alexxx3958]

How do I know exactly all of the fittings I need before I have the management kit!?

[@isaacrivera6421]

When you lower it with the air bags are you able to turn or are you only allowed to go straight then have to stop to pressure it up to turn Im like just getting into cars and curious

[@kanoszavala5185]

I have a 1990 Audi. I want it on the floor. But functional while I'm driving hard.

[@Meep469]

Kanos Zavala you can take the wheels of and it be on the floor and when you wanna drive it put the wheels on

[@kanoszavala5185]

Alexis Adame Nava 2:33

[@FitmentIndustries]

We recommend buying the performance package for airlift then!

[@kanoszavala5185]

Fitment Industries That's what I figured. Thanks guys!

[@chocolatemagneto9679]

Yeeeeet

[@AllaboutTheWoodrows]

Can the kits be parted out like buy the management, bags ect but part out fittings and get a spool of 50 or so ft just curious

[@FitmentIndustries]

It can be but Id imagine you'd pay more in fees and such! It would probably be best to get the full get but that is just an opinion!

[@fredjones5327]

Great video!!! Just got my 19 Tiguan bagged with the 3P system, how do you set rise to start???

[@FitmentIndustries]

Send us an email at [e-mail] and we can help!

[@fredjones5327]

Fitment Industries thanks I just realized I need the 3P to 3H conversion with the sensors to do rise to start thanks bro!!!!

[@ramones53rd3rd]

What wheels are those? They come in agressive offsets?

[@StaticLowLife]

Do you think the whole setup would fit under the floor in the rear? I have a golf mk7.5 and just started thinking about air so this video was awesome 👍👍

[@FitmentIndustries]

You could have a false raised floor but I doubt the whole setup will. You can hide compressors and management down there though

[@StaticLowLife]

@@FitmentIndustries ok might be better to run it with the tank visible then and hide the rest under the floor. Thanks for a fast answer 🙂👍

[@StaticLowLife]

@@FitmentIndustries by the way i got two more questions, hope thats ok. If I understood this video correctly then the only thing that was done to the body was some rolling of the fenders, is that correct? And what sizes are those Radi8s and tyres?