Installing Air Suspension to my T6 | AIRLIFT 3P | THE FULL STOREY!! | Life on air...

So the T6 is now on AIR, #Lifeonair In this video I take you on the journey of Bagging my Transporter T6. The guys @ARtuning fitted AIRlift 3P ABP Air suspension to my T6 and its awesome.
Full adjustment and ride quality is superb. I bring you everything over a 2 part video. Check out part 1 now!
Who knew I would end up bagging it!!.... If you are thinking of bagging your T5 or T6 and your new to AIR you need to check this video out...
#Bagged #Airride
Enjoy.
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[@SteveField]

Hi All, Thank you to everybody that showed an interest in my Vossen wheels. I can confirm that they have now been sold. I do have a set of Matt Black 20" Cades Hera's almost brand new that were only used for 2 months, (about 1000 miles) Flawless condition with no signs of any wear. See this video for full details... kzbin.info/www/bejne/np7QdGmpgc6Kd7s

[@paulmcnamara633]

Hi Steve, don’t know if you can p,m me about the price of your black 20” cades might be instead in them. Cheers Mac

[@SteveField]

Hi Mac, Sure, no problem.... are you on FB or Instagram?

[@paulmcnamara633]

Steve Field yes Instagram under pmfireblade or my full name

[@SteveField]

Paul McNamara I’ll DM you on their I a mo👍

[@jhardy1971]

Steve Field hi Mate. Pm me please as I’m interested in the cades.

[@bryangunn9126]

Best video so far Steve great editing looking forward to more

[@SteveField]

Thanks Bryan 🙏😎

[@stuart7523]

Great video mate, best one to date. Lots of useful info 👍👍

[@SteveField]

Thanks Buddy :-) 🙌🙏

[@leightonwatkins7253]

Hi Steve would love to go air really enjoy your vids can’t wait for part two 👍

[@SteveField]

Thanks buddy. 🙏 really appreciate that. 👍.

[@leekemp1180]

Had the same issues scraping and sat on the tyres when I went lower. I didn’t go air but dropped on the So Low bilstein 120mm drop coilovers. I was running 20s on 10J’s with 275/40/20. Luckily I’ve managed to get away with changing the tyres to 255/35/20 to still get the slammed look in the arches. 8.5 - 9j would probably be ur best option on 19s running 225 or 235 width on 35 profiles with ET35 offset. It’s trial and error at a big price. Pity about the Vossens - hope u get a good resale on those as they are as u say one of the best looking wheel! Looking forward to part 2 👍🏻

[@SteveField]

Thanks Lee :-) thanks for all your tips too! the demo wheel they sent me was a 9J 20" with a 255/35/20 so its still got a decent amount of rubber on it. playing with the spacers I will be running a brand new Vossen wheel on ET35 with some minor plastic mods inside the arches :-)

[@steveb5380]

Id love to have been a fly on the wall when you tell the other half you need another set of rubbers 🙈 keep up the great work as always Steve

[@SteveField]

That Video would go viral :-/ lol Thanks buddy. 🙏

[@puppapump]

Great video Steve. I had the same issue. Keep the Vossens and install adjustable powerflex bushes. Worked for me 👍

[@SteveField]

Yes I did contemplate this but my offsets are still wrong. rear wheels are 10.5 with ET42 and it would have to camber too much for what i am looking for so best they go to a new home and I get a better fitment for the tucked. What offset & size and tyre combo did you run buddy??

[@puppapump]

@@SteveField I had a set of Rotiform IND-T. Rears were 10.5 ET 35 and the fronts were 9 ET 35. It was a tight fit but they tucked on full camber

[@greyhoundadventures2273]

Nice video Steve, I often find things don't go to plan, especially with VW! I want to install bags on my T5 next year but I run 20" Bentley wheels so I'll have to investigate if they will tuck or not. Looking forward to part 2 🤙🏼 Ross

[@SteveField]

Thanks Ross :-) Yes check your offset and tyre-sizes as they might work, I have seen bagged Transporters running Bentley's but that not enough to go o alone as I have also seen T6's bagged running my vossens lol. Part 2 will be out as soon as my new wheels arrive 🙌

[@G__gtbde]

Fantastic Steve. I’m exactly the same as you were. I lowered mine 50 mm with H & R springs, and at the time I thought that was going to be really low considering most were opting for 30 or 40 mm. I look at my van now and it just doesn’t look that low, it just looks like it’s not on stilts anymore! Air ride is a bit out of my budget but I’m certainly going for some coulovers soon, and I’m going to wind it down a lot more. You’re van is looking great though, and keep the content coming, it’s keeping me sane during these tough times! Take care mate

[@SteveField]

Thanks buddy 🙏. Yes it’s a funny thing we are never quite satisfied are we 🤦🏼‍♂️. A decent set of coil overs would have suited me just fine but using my van to visit different country’s and some slopey parts of the UK I would never have gotten fully away with it at the front. But it’s a decent wedge to spend for adjustable ride height at the touch of a button 🤣. Happy Easter buddy 🤙

[@G__gtbde]

Yes Steve it would be nice to just adjust your height at the touch of a button! To be honest a lot of the sites up here in Northumberland that I’ve been to are fairly flat so hopefully I’ll have no issues! Thanks again pal and Happy Easter to you too 🤙🏻

[@SteveField]

GDub Camper would love to get up their some time to check out the scenery with the fam.. thanks buddy 🙌

[@G__gtbde]

Yes mate, you’d be very welcome. It’s beautiful along the Northumberland coast near Bamburgh, and Dunstanburgh etc. I need to go further afield in my van but there’s so much up here I end up staying local! Cheers Steve

[@scottross7250]

Great video Steve amazing been looking forward to this one and the advice you give is incredible as I am getting the same air ride system and didn't even thibk the wheels would be a problem.... When you get your new wheels could you let us know the sizes..... Great work hope you and the family are keeping well...... Ride low

[@SteveField]

Hey Scott, Thanks for the feedback :-) Im really glad the advice is valuable, I sure will let you know all the outstanding info such as wheels,tyres, offsets in part 2 when the wheels arrive. plus I will demo how the system works. 👌

[@DubiousEngineering]

Shorty got low low low low... I just started the van after 3 weeks ... self isolation... we got it... stay safe mate :-)

[@SteveField]

😎 I can now add the slammed # now 😂. I’m glad the trusty Dub started after 3weeks 👊. That’ll be all that spot on wiring you did not zapping unneeded charge 👌. Happy Easter buddy 🙌

[@DubiousEngineering]

Steve Field just fitting some extra rubber seals to the driver and passenger doors and a little sound damping ... that’s gonna make it sound like a rolls Royce inside :-). Thanks for the vid Steve as always cracking videography and editing !!

[@SteveField]

Dubious Engineering thanks Howard 😊. Yes those door seals are tremendous. I added mine when the 3rd row windows and sound deafening went in. It was night & day different 👌 doors close lovely now too. Hope it all went well 👍

[@jonathanmarsh9148]

Hi Steve, love the vids! When you fitted the DRL in lower grill did you get any fault codes? I’m new to all this and I’ve just ordered mine from Travelon-lite. Many thanks

[@SteveField]

Thanks Jonathan :-) No, there were no error codes for me at all. they only really sense to dim from the original headlamp circuit so no real power draw to coded circuits so you should be fault free :-)

[@jonathanmarsh9148]

Cheers! 👍

[@andybanks6413]

Any advice on how to work out what wheel size and tyre work for air ride? Really interested to put on my van, have 20" but fear the fronts are too wide. Wheel size/width and tyre size seems to be something no one is willing to commit on with enquiries I've made about Air Suspension to date!

[@SteveField]

Andy Banks it’s a smokey path as some small differences between vans and offsets and then the Airride system you choose itself will differ in aired out height. I am happy to share my set up as I spent a lot of time getting it right👍. My vans a T32 LWB for starters and the Airride set up I’ve gone with is. ABP 3P with airlift management and on this I can get my 20” rims to fit which are ET35 offset front and rear 9” wide using a 255/35/20 tyre on the rear and. 245/35/20 on the front. This works full air out with only minor trim to the plastic inner arch but no wing mods needed👍. Hope that is of some help buddy.

[@andrewmantle6719]

W Nice vid, when can we expect pt2????

[@SteveField]

Thanks, part 2 is out tomorrow night at 18:00 GMT👍

[@DanSeaber-Shinn]

Great video Steve! This has made my mind up, Air is my next purchase - I lost another front splitter on my T6 the other day, had enough of being slammed without air 😂

[@SteveField]

Yes it hurts when the splitters crunch, so like me you would really value the option to raise the van for sticky situations. if you see when the van comes off the ramp how much arch gap their was and it still had some more to lift . 🙌.

[@markrobinson8575]

Same here I’m currently driving around with half a splitter

[@SteveField]

Mark Robinson 😂. I did that, lol clipped mine last year and left it a few days forgetting it looks more like I had canards at the front 😂

[@DanSeaber-Shinn]

It looks great, even raised up. With my 300KG of custom ply racking plus the weight of the tools in the back actually helped raise the front about half an inch - still not enough!! I’m out 3 splitters now! I’ll be sure to give you a shout out in the video when we get it filmed, as the man who saved me spending my life’s savings on splitters!

[@SteveField]

😂. A shout out is a shout out 🤙but if I can be the guy who saves a mans splitter then I will be well remembered as many have fallen at this keeping a splitter on your lowered vans (including me) although I could have bought A lot! Of spare splitters for the cost of Air 😂

[@G__gtbde]

Hi Steve, I’ve just been reading some of the other comments. For tyre choice you’re going to be very limited for a t32 in a 255/35/20. I was struggling for my t28. The only ones I could find (I needed min of 99) were Haida xl. They are 102 which is the min you’ll require for T32. Only other option would be to go for a 245/40. Loads more choice, and only a tiny bit more rubber. Sorry you probably know all this, just my two pennies worth! Take care bud🤙🏻

[@SteveField]

GDub Camper Not at all buddy! I really appreciate all the feedback and knowledge possible 👌. I am def no expert in the tyre department which is why I will always talk to the guys at Wheelbase and Vossen but I love the fact that this channel can be used for this type of content & info. Your comments will not only help me but others too 😊. Really appreciate it. Wheels are hopefully on a plane somewhere but the rubber is coming from this country so going to talk to wheelbase today about some higher rated rubber. One thing I can say is this van is only run by me at present and I keep the stock wheels encase of selling (never going to happen 😳) or the need to load the van with the extra weight it can carry... that’s not to say I would run tyre inadequate but I may not need to take them as high as needed to carry the extra 3/4 tone that it’s built for. What are your thoughts? 🧐

[@G__gtbde]

Hi Steve I totally agree that you’ll never be pulling a full load and I was the same. I bet many transporter owners carry nowhere near the max load, even tradesmen. Camping gear, kombi triple seat and bed system in mine and that’s it. My only concern is insurance companies. I’m not sure where we’d stand in the event of an accident with underrated tyres with or without a full load. Maybe I’m just a bit paranoid Steve but insurance companies would probably look for anything to avoid a hefty payout. I wish you all the success in your search mate. I love these vans and it’s a great hobby but it’s a proper minefield at times haha 😂. Love the channel Steve and I’m looking forward to future posts. Take care, Graham 🤙🏻

[@SteveField]

Hi Graham, very wise to keep insurance in mind! I totally agree. It is very limited what tyre you can get on a 255 x35. Will do some more testing with the demo wheel I have here... Thanks again for your kind feedback. 😎. Stay safe buddy 👍

[@andrewtipping435]

Hi Steve love the videos you do when are you doing part 2 of the air ride?

[@SteveField]

Andrew Tipping thanks Andrew 😊. I’m doing part 2 as soon as my new wheels arrive 👍. I will be putting out a couple of videos in between as well 👍

[@andrewtipping435]

@@SteveField no joy on your new wheels? Looking at getting a van soon your videos have help me pick what I want to do to mine.

[@SteveField]

@@andrewtipping435 Hi Andrew, the new wheels came into the country end of last week and just landed with me yesterday. so I am busy working on the van now read to film Bagged part 2 next week :-) I am glad my videos have given help to your thought train 👍

[@user-xh3lh9ck3t]

Done the air ride on my old 5.1. Never again But to get her to go low you need poly bushes on the rear. 235/35/20 front 255/35/20 rear. You also need to get chopping the front arches

[@SteveField]

Yep... its a modification that needs full commit doesn't it. but it drives nice lol

[@user-xh3lh9ck3t]

Steve Field I had ABP fitted to mine and to be fair it rode no different to the previous B14s I had on. I just got wary of the possibility of making the van more unreliable. I had a couple of scares with the air ride but luckily it never stranded me. Are you aiming for the coverted LDT sticker? It’s a lot of sweat and tears and chopping to get that

[@uKzZzZmOdZzZz1]

Hahaha u should of done your homework reg wheels … glad u got yourself sorted at the end … but school boy error

[@dash1890]

Thanks for sharing that info what a gutter about your wheels mate i feel your pain , Do you no what size tyres he was running on the range rover rims

[@SteveField]

🙌Thanks buddy. Really happy with it all these days I got a new video dropping this weekend with wheels being the main focus 🤙. The Range Rover wheels had 235/35/20’s on them but it was a slimmer width. 7.5j I believe with a space on the hub.

[@jorgesa3114]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@SteveField]

🙌🙏

[@davidwilliams6602]

Another great video Steve. Good to see an honest install with all the implications highlighted. Plus it looks like you keep the rear window sticker for the wheels!

[@SteveField]

Thanks David :-) The sticker shows I am Vossen through and through :-) I think I should have shares in their company now ha ha but yes I felt it might help others like me that only know what AIR can do and not what you need to keep in mind. Very happy with it all now though!!

[@simonlongworth4791]

Hi Steve. Just wondering why you chose a firm in Lancashire over the Dirty Weekender bunch who are closer to you?

[@simonlongworth4791]

Don't worry I carried on watching and I have my answer. :-)

[@simonlongworth4791]

Totally unrelated question, but what is your day job? Is it some kind of engineer? I only ask as some of these projects are pretty meaty if you weren't equipped to do them.

[@SteveField]

Simon Longworth 🤣🤣🤣. I did look at the options all over but they are mounting the system the way I prefer and DW are mostly using the VB air which is really made for lifting and auto levelling. I want to do 👇. But keep the drive 👆😎

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

What about clearance on the fronts for steering?

[@SteveField]

Diesel Bushcraft good question. Will be better covered in part 2 but as long as your wheel & tyre choice will allow you to put on Lock to lock when in “Preset ride height”. Otherwise known as your normal driving height then clearance won’t be an issue with the wing. Only time you would air out completely is when you are parked up on On flat with the wheels straight. 👌

[@padrediquattro]

Hi I really like Your car, and are thinking of installing it to my T6 as well. I need to find local reseller here in Denmark. Can You please add complete purchase list. Also, would You say it gives a more comfy ride vs. normal setup?

[@SteveField]

Hi, thanks😎. I can defiantly say it’s improved the ride a massive amount makes it very drivable if you like it low 👍👍. I will post a full parts breakdown of the kit I bought

[@padrediquattro]

@@SteveField thanks :)

[@tuncher_ferad]

Accuair is out of the business dude... edit your section when you recommend them :)

[@SteveField]

Yes sadly I herd. Shame! But thats why I said at the time of filming this in the clip. Thanks for thinking of it though bud 👍

[@TheDominic10000]

Hi Steve Lowered my T6 by 40mm & put 275/40 R20 wheels & tyres on . When I pull a turn on full lock the wheels rub on the inside , what would you suggest to stop this Thanks in advance Dominic

[@SteveField]

Hey Dominic. Thanks for your comment. In my experience the only way you get away with a 275/40/20 in the turn lock is if the wheel has a higher offset such as ET40. Anything below normally will rub unless you run 275/35/20. I was able to run this with a 50mm drop before I went to air and had no issues at all lock to lock. The wheels were ET 35. As a cheep resolution to your you could run a 5mm wheel spacer but for many reasons I personally hate spacers. It’s a real pain if you take the wheels off regularly. But if swooping you’re tyre size is just out the question this might be your fix👍

[@TheDominic10000]

Steve Field thanks Steve , Looks like wheel spacers then , didn’t realise a 5mm. Spacer would be enough but I’ll go down that route Many thanks for your help Dom

[@SteveField]

5mm should do it. And subtle enough to not need to do all four wheels. Do you know what offset you are running?

[@TheDominic10000]

Steve Field Hi Steve just looked it up , ET40 offset

[@SteveField]

Cool. Ok. I would then say to try the 5mm’s spacers on the front and you should get the clearance then. When you run a 35 profile on a 275 tyre you get about 9mm less height and a very slight sidewall stretch which suits your wheel wells better but upside you have a little more rubber on you ride for the poorer roads. 👍

[@Dalesturgess]

Hi steve , just wondering with yours being a t32 what tyres are you gonna put on there eg - xl rating for insurance ? Cheers Dale

[@SteveField]

Dalesturgess looking at this tyre ..255/35R20 NEXEN NFERA SU1 XL 97Y

[@Dalesturgess]

Steve Field hi steve that tyre is underrated for the t32 you need the 255 35 20 , 102xl tyre of you want to be insured properly

[@SteveField]

Dalesturgess ah ok. Thanks for the heads up buddy I will talk to wheelbase. 👍

[@robogaskell]

@@SteveField for a t32 you actually need a 103 load rated tyre for required 860kg

[@yojimbosamurai11]

Hi Steve! Can you tell me why you went for AR tuning as the installers of your air suspension? Are you able to let me know how much it was. I would rather go to a company recommended by someone who has used their services and can give a balanced review/feedback on the product. Any teething problems other than the wheels 😅 I am based in Surrey but will travel to have the best fitted 👍🏽

[@SteveField]

Hi Buddy, Yes I went to AR myself as a few of the folks i know well had used Lee & Adam at AR Tuning for this type of work and they had installed many systems so always a reassuring prospect. mine was installed really well and at the time the system set me back £5650 installed. I do also know that Plush are very good that friends of mine have had Air installed and they are much closer and also the Lowdown Transporter Lads are really well set up but they are based up north too so possibly not your closest option. only issue I've had to report is my control panel has failed and I need a new one but the system operates via my phone 100%

[@yojimbosamurai11]

@@SteveField Thanks Steve. I was looking at Transporter HQ for the Air lift installation and I don’t mind travelling to have the best possible product and peace of mind. I also like knowing someone who has a product installed that I am interested as they can give real world feedback. Unfortunately, watching some of the things you have done yourself, I am not so confident in attempting given it’s my first ‘van’ and I would rather have the professionals do it for me 😇

[@SteveField]

@@yojimbosamurai11 that’s understandable!! Sometimes when you start a job and it doesn’t go well it can end up Costing more than the job just to put it right 😂. I did miss out @transporterhq and that is a really good shout if they are in range for you as this is exactly what they do so if you go there you’ll be in great hands!! 👍

[@justinford8996]

Great edit mate. It shows how making mods to your T6 isn't as straight forward as it should be. Every mod I have done on my T6 has been a nightmare, most have been done at least twice and the whole van thing unenjoyable. Should the company that installed the Air Ride not advise beforehand? I have seen cutting done by other companies as part of the installation also. I'm really glad I have seen this before doing this upgrade 👍

[@SteveField]

Thanks buddy :-) glad the video sheds some light on things, no full props to AR Tuning as they did not see the van or which wheels I was running before I took the van into them for the work to happen. they made the ness adjustments to the van as laid out by Airlift ABP but the arches, other than the plastics I didn't want to cut or roll anything really. Id rather change the wheels as its only months old

[@justinford8996]

Personally i think if your spending a few grand on this upgrade then all questions regarding your current set up should be asked. Keep up the good work mate 👍

[@craigbrown6430]

Great video. Where are you listing your wheels?

[@SteveField]

Thanks Buddy, they are not listed yet as such. I dont expect anybody is really buying until things blow over with the lock down but couple of people have asked about them. you can DM me on FB or Insta if your interested or my email is on the about page on here .

[@spwilco89]

I'm interested in your wheels!! Looked at these as soon as you did the video on them. I'm on B14s so be ideal for my T6

[@spwilco89]

How can I get in touch about these?

[@SteveField]

Ok cool, yes they would be 👌 on b14’s. I have got a couple of people offering to buy them ahead of you but not physically taken any deposits as such. If I can let you know in the morning I am happy to offer 3rd refusal?? I didn’t realise they would be so popular under the current lockdown 🤦🏼‍♂️?

[@spwilco89]

Yes let me know please, couriers are still in force so there is no issue of getting them safely

[@SteveField]

spwilco89 Sure, no I will keep to my word and if the couple of people ahead of you decide against I have put you down as no3. To contact my friend. JUST to double check... you are asking about my Vossens? Not the Cades Hera’s??

[@spwilco89]

Yes 100% the vossen alloys you did the 1st video on 👍

[@davidashley4386]

Would rolling the arches help ?

[@SteveField]

It would for def! You could also trim some of the rear plastics away too for more room under there but I wanted to reframe from doing these and find the balance 🤙

[@paulthompson5416]

🤦🏼‍♂️ Flip me I'd never have guessed there would have been wheel issues, But it make sense because the wheels are now tucked into the arches.

[@SteveField]

I know rite, this is why I thought this video would be helpful to the masses as I couldn't find anything like it when I was researching.

[@roostaraver]

Great video Steve, enjoyed watching, this may be a mod I do in the future I have b14 on mine at the moment, maybe interested in your voosens tho I will message you on fb

[@Paul-rx7qx]

Want to know how's the ride on b14 coilovers on a t6 please looking at getting set soon.

[@roostaraver]

@@Paul-rx7qx the ride is amazing eliminated most of the body roll and still as comfy ride as my standard shuttle springs if not better handles a dream aswell I can hit the apex on most roundabouts lol and being adjustable can set your van hight as required, highly recommend them

[@SteveField]

Thanks for the feed back buddy... missed this earlier but caught you on FB.. I almost bought B14's but It would not have solved my clearance at the front issue. it would be fine if my wife didn't pick the camps sites ;-) lol

[@martingatward9853]

how much for your set up steve

[@SteveField]

Set up was £5650 fitted 👍

[@shauncourty5180]

Are you also selling the coil overs ..?

[@SteveField]

I could do. they are just sitting in a box dreaming about somebody taking them forth for the dub life they deserve.. :-)

[@matttownsend1652]

Would that be a case of.... Measure twice & cut once Steve! Did you have to make your own dinner for a while? 🙈🙈

[@SteveField]

😂😂. Sure is 🤣. Will be a Michelin star chef by the time I’m finished 🤣

[@matttownsend1652]

@@SteveField As long as the ride looks cool it will be worth it! Don't tell Mrs F I said that though !!!

[@SteveField]

Matthew Townsend couldn’t have said it better myself!! deep down she knows 🤣 🤙

[@matttownsend1652]

@@SteveField Not even going there Steve 🤣🤣🤣

[@carplineout]

Have you got the number for wer you got yo air ride from m8

[@SteveField]

carp line out ######## yes mate. It’s all on the website, email & number artuning.co.uk. 👍

[@delstephens7441]

Devastated ...’that’s what I want to have fitted

[@SteveField]

Are you running wide stance then....?

[@delstephens7441]

Got to be honest not sure what you mean Steve

[@SteveField]

del stephens oh. When you said you were devastated I figured you had wide wheels or something?

[@delstephens7441]

Noooo normal 18 sportine ...just you have got yours done lo , I’ve just bought new guitar so banned from spending

[@SteveField]

Ahhhh I see 😂. Well thank you as I was devastated at the time we found out lol. Now come to terms and really looking forward to receiving the latest Vossens. Wallet has taken a beating though 🤣

[@adiehull]

Must have some serious money this guy!!

[@SteveField]

Before owning this van perhaps 😂

[@adiehull]

@@SteveField haha yeah that's true. Keep up the good work. Your van is mint

[@SteveField]

Adie Hull thanks buddy 🙌

[@yamyamcarpers7039]

They should of told you before starting the job.

[@SteveField]

Sure, to be fair It was easy to see how this was missed when you take everything into account... I don't hold the guys responsible in this case due to a number of factors.

[@jshep73]

Who wears sunglasses to rec a video?!

[@SteveField]

P. diddy ?

[@jshep73]

Shame you keep calling the management Air Ride!!!

[@SteveField]

I know!! my bad 🤦‍♂️. Im learning as I go but I got it now lol!

[@SKYLIMI]

I do not understand why people spend money in something that drives like wheelbarrows on the highway is loud noise terrible, and what not to do is still a white van

[@martingatward9853]

how much for your set up steve

[@SteveField]

Hi Martin, Sorry missed your comment! I paid £5650 fully installed for my set up.