The Truth About Air Suspension

Thought you just get bags and that was it?
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[@maddhouse5324]

10mins to say, "Inspect your airbags from time to time."

[@DDOTFORD]

Shit I can make it an hour if you want.

[@gizmodobaggins7040]

D_DOT_FORD imagine being this egocentric.

[@maddhouse5324]

@@gizmodobaggins7040 You spelled "Realistic" wrong.

[@gizmodobaggins7040]

madD housE ??

[@therealsyxx]

You just saved 9 min in 46 seconds of my life. Thank you.

[@Mitchellfab_customs]

Most of the BS stops at 4:25 and it's just a video on maintenance of an air system.

[@DDOTFORD]

Thanks for watching lol

[@x1pyroveride]

Thank you!

[@jonellwanger7258]

@@DDOTFORD Yep, going to have to agree. clicked to find out about the air bags, not daily life of BS.. more dislikes then likes, that hard to get...

[@LyubomirLalovMulti]

Nice Video! Forgive me for chiming in, I would love your initial thoughts. Have you heard the talk about - Patlarny Vehicle History Principle (Sure I saw it on Google)? It is a good one off product for discovering how to repair your car the simple way without the normal expense. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my buddy at last got great success with it.

[@alexanderpierce8216]

Yow I literal came here to find out if anyone would tell me when it start and here it is yow thanks dude

[@stinkycheese804]

I love this guy! But he makes terrible air suspension videos, lol.

[@Elite_Employee]

I get my gas at the gas station

[@TunableDread3]

I love how proud you are about owning a v6 turbo. The car scene has really taken a turn and I understand this vid is dated but I digress good job keep it up!

[@1hemi843]

How’s it been holding up since you’ve made this video. I’m getting bags

[@edwin527]

Do these air tanks collect water? My truck has air ride and I have to drain the tanks quarterly especially before the winter because the water will turn into ice causing my air system to not charge up.

[@b5beast611]

That air suspension is pretty cool. Nice tank set up in the trunk.

[@DDOTFORD]

Appreciate it

[@thomasbradley4868]

Could you give me some idea how much it would cost and does it matter what car you put it on?

[@silkatwssu]

Can’t wait to get mine hooked up

[@DDOTFORD]

You Will love it trust me.

[@distanthustler]

How's the bags holding up now bro? Really thinking about getting them,just curious about longevity.

[@sharikacosta7276]

What shop did you get it done at? I'm from Alabama and would like to get it done when I visit next year

[@montelljames6914]

Is there's a way to prolong the air bags like to keeping them moisturizer and clean from all dirt. I mean one would assume if dirt gets in there while the car is in motion in creates friction over time it starts to dry rot and degrade

[@jannieschluter9670]

would there be any problem with these air suspensions when used in very cold climates like in Alaska?

[@blizobraskobaby2478]

u ever tried the velcro pads on the back on ur speaker box to keep it from sliding? that want u can pull it in and out when u need to as well

[@DDOTFORD]

I haven’t tried it. Honestly I haven’t even thought much about it.

[@Jugg215]

Weve been adding earth magnets to the boxes and building a "tray"

[@carlos-bk5um]

What was your total cost for the airlift..?

[@projectanti-venom7000]

2 uploads a week, maybe one on Monday for the week and the other Friday for the weekend. Vids been great

[@chanchayaBLS2]

What tank did you use for your set up?

[@terpynews5458]

Keep doing your thing bro. 💪

[@DDOTFORD]

That’s the plan bro

[@adeoluwaadesina4343]

Quick question guys Can you drive aired out?

[@cryptosully2357]

how is the preference? you have a V6, but I have a v8 mustang and I like to give it hell.

[@itsv3nus705]

what airbag set up do you have running? i want to get airbags suspension for my charger

[@jurzyjohner432]

Im sure anything you buy your dad he will love, just because your his son and im confident you'll know his likes and dislikes, so just loves your dad just as i am confident he loves you.

[@xplosyv]

Bruh...when u said "Jimmy's Car Stereo" I almost fell out...then u said Montgomery...lol

[@nickonickster1]

You think a kevlar material over bags would help?

[@thousel93]

I’m in AL. Who installed your bags? I have the kit but need installed

[@smokinmetalcarfun2292]

Hey bro I'm thinking about putting bags on the Magnum I think that would look good on it

[@millionkilliati6140]

Idk if you have fixed the issue of the sliding subwoofer box but I have found the best solution. Buy a roll of velcro and stick it on all the corners of the sub box. The velcro will hold on to the trunks carpets and your box will never move again

[@BigGeorge3397]

Where did you get your air bags installed? I can find systems all day online but I don’t know where to get them installed.

[@BigGeorge3397]

I'm right here in Alabama too. Did you get it done in Montgomery?

[@86face]

So bro you've driven my car, how do toy think bags would react over time to violent launches? This is a mod I want to do eventually but racecar......

[@DDOTFORD]

Do it 👿

[@eyas1990]

hi can you please till me cuz i have challenger 2011 srt and im thinking to do it, its is better ride than the ome sus? how much cost you ? did it ever break ? if you get back in time will you but it ? thanks

[@R3DDWOLF]

Keeping your car on the up and up is I guess common sense, but this info about air suspension is very helpful thank you.

[@DDOTFORD]

Anytime fam.

[@Ultrajamz]

Can you adjust the suspension firmness? Soft around town? Firm for highway or autocross?

[@zososldier]

Bags get stiffer the higher they get. So it will be soft when low and hard when all the way up.

[@berniesands6201]

Really nice paintjob!!!

[@Call_Me_Tay]

I just find it wild that you’re in Montgomery. I’m from there but, I’m in the Army and soon as I got my Charger I found your channel

[@DDOTFORD]

That’s what’s up fam

[@erwinmoore5947]

Happy birthday Marine!

[@doug9327]

How much was this system installed?

[@projectanti-venom7000]

good info. Thought about it but don't want the extra weight on my car but it sure does look amazing lowered all the way down.

[@DDOTFORD]

It really doesn’t add too much weight. I would like to get a full comparison between brags and no bags

[@deemoney6570]

Yea what extra weight lol

[@faridgadimov5955]

How did it cost?

[@Stolencamaro]

Is bc fab good ( on ebay) for air bags

[@namorjose98]

Great video!!

[@sriijjo]

can you let me know what system it is that you use? i want to know because this airlift system seems neat like other ones but it also has a detection system as you've said and i'm looking forward to getting into this airlift system.

[@DDOTFORD]

My bags are from universal air and the management system is from airlift performance

[@sriijjo]

@@DDOTFORD thank you! love the video btw!!!

[@effinericsloan]

if you buy a truck with air bag suspension can you convert it back to normal?

[@gilbertogarciajr.3397]

Yes add springs back in the front and the rear u will still have the notch etc. If the leaf springs mounts are still there re install leaf springs and shocks if they aren't there just got to undo all that was modified. A lil tideous work but if u want it it can be done.

[@zososldier]

Might wanna look for a different setup if you are swapping "bad bags" every 2-3 years. Semis use bags for over a decade with HARD use. Maintenance also isn't really checking connections. It's emptying your air/water/oil separator. Adding oil to an inline oiler. Draining your air tank. Adding air system anti freeze if in a cold climate. Timing your air up times to see if your pump pistol seals are going bad. I would also recommend getting the pumps out of that confined space under the spare tire cover. they need air.

[@onceitsgone8820]

He clearly missed the two compressor lines rubbing the tank so this wasn’t even setup great or a great inspection. These videos are funny

[@FIGNAS83]

I ran the same bags on my slammed Dodge Ram for a decade before I replaced them just to be safe, they were still working.

[@zososldier]

@@FIGNAS83 Yup. I have used the same Slam Specialties bags on trucks 10+ years. They should be fine as long as you aren't getting dry rot cracking.

[@sammysosa389]

@@zososldier how much did you spend on your kit? i'm thinking about bagging my car but not trying to spend 5k on just bags

[@zososldier]

@@sammysosa389 I didn't bag a car. 5k on a truck will get you almost everything for a truck including 4 links, full air managment, bags, etc. If you have fab skill, you can bag a truck for like 1500-2500 while still using good parts if you shop around.

[@MrTheJokersChannel]

I have a 2006 cadillac with stock electronically controlled air suspension but i waunt to modify it to a switch so i could lift it and lower it . Is that possible ?

[@sirlucius3016]

you could disable the lift, i wouldnt do it. its not going to do what you hope

[@riology2234]

what is the average lifetime for these airbags? since they are costy, I wanna know how well-madeare they and if they'll last for a long time.

[@omaroropeza7103]

Ik I’m late but they normally last about 9 years of everyday use

[@daddyyovani3536]

@@omaroropeza7103 cappp

[@tyton4237]

@@daddyyovani3536 how long then

[@JoshXCVIII]

@@tyton4237 I had my 350z bagged for over a year and they were fine never really had any problems but I wouldn’t say it’s worth it imo

[@tyton4237]

@@JoshXCVIII what’s the downfall

[@T0SlowedN]

Can u race with it being bagged ?

[@toddperry9860]

You better start spraying those bags with Aerospace 303 protectant or they will dry rot on you, they already look really dry!

[@forstd09able]

dude I say go for two uploads a week! that would be awesome. I'm still working on trying to find content for my channel lol. my biggest issue is I always ALWAYS forget to pull out the phone and take a video. and I also need to invest in a go pro at some point.

[@DDOTFORD]

I might try it.

[@juanvillanueva2330]

What tank did you have 4 o 5 gallons thx..

[@DDOTFORD]

5 gal

[@bee7dogg]

So if one front or rear bag goes bad i have to buy a whole new set?

[@DDOTFORD]

Nope. Just the a new bag

[@cubul32]

Question: What's it like when you have 3 other BIG dudes in the car and you have to raise the psi to stay high? does the ride gets too stiff? how bad is it? Thanks!

[@DDOTFORD]

Damn you just had to capitalize the “BIG” huh hahaha. Naw it isn’t bad at all.

[@sirmidnightracers]

Isn’t letting the water out of your tank the most important maintenance?

[@DDOTFORD]

Maintenance period is important.

[@slimwilly573]

Its def higher on the to do list, that air tank will get condensation build up inside it, causing water to add up in the tank and then when u add air to the bags that water will be adding with it... over time it can cause the valves to start corroding and make them stop working right or cause them to not seal all the way.. it can also cause the bag to start dry rotting from inside out... so basically note that no matter which kind of air compressor setup it is, car, truck, work shop... they all need to be drained it's best to do it once a month atleast and if the weather changes and gets cold and hot alot then u should be doing it maybe more than once a month... also oil in the pumps to keep seals good on them.. sorry for making it so long but maybe it will help clear some questions for some...

[@PapawsDadillacOEMplus]

No water trap to check?

[@ata6602]

How much psi is recommend

[@troypoitra1032]

North dakota huh. I'm in grand forks. What place did you go to? I have a 95 regal I'm trying to figure out what kind of setup to do on it

[@DDOTFORD]

That’s where I was hahaha

[@troypoitra1032]

Lol move on to warmer places? But I want to head over to Trix and see if they can find anything that'll work for the ole regal

[@DDOTFORD]

Triix treated me great. Liked them more than sound decisions.

[@troypoitra1032]

Yeah I've only ever gotten amp wire and speaker wire from sound decision. And never been to trix. But I'll definitely have to check out trix. Thanks duder

[@DeanRendar]

so how much was that setup including install?

[@velizarmilutinovic2947]

Go on ebay and see how much it costs and add that much for the install, probably $6000 for a car that as Brand NEW cost less than $30.000 and they leak every once in a while SO be ready to spend $400-800 every year LOL

[@notyoubutme6810]

@@velizarmilutinovic2947 it’s not 6k..

[@cameronshoemaker9701]

Hold up your channel name is something Ford then you got a charger?My guy

[@rayzor196]

Cool ride ... vid not so for me but keep keepin on bro ;-)

[@Dwayne1266]

Great ideal had my air bags for about 1 year now and i did notice one nut came off one of the rear brackets that where holding the bag so yes very dangerous but other then that all good.

[@DDOTFORD]

Good thing you caught that. Can never be too safe.

[@andrewhigdon8346]

Farleys World use Locktite on every single nut, bolt, screw, whatever if it’s really important and there is any concern over something coming loose. On top of lock washers and Nylock type nuts, Locktite will do you right. You can even get various types for things you need to break loose every once in a while.

[@dezhuore4253]

I’m new to this scene man, but I’ve always wanted to bag my 300. What makes bags better than coils? Also, what’s a great brand

[@gauthamjayasree]

Following, even I am new to this. I need to install on my accord 2009, 2.4

[@bigjonandry839]

I have bags on my 300c they give a smooth ride and look clean on lay frame. I can really grip the corners in a low settings even with 22's. Check out Bagriders they are a good company that can square you up. Set up range from about $1500 to $8000 but remember you pay for what you get. I have about $4800 so far and still going.

[@dezhuore4253]

@@bigjonandry839 nice! Much appreciated man. I’m definitely gunna give them a look

[@sammysosa389]

@@bigjonandry839 is $2000 a good enough "pay for what you get" price? will it be decent quality and do you know if some kits come with e level at this price?

[@lestheindependentunlesslik6882]

I give you a thumbs up just for the bad ass charger

[@DDOTFORD]

Respect bro

[@mohsinzahoor2128]

Whenever he mentions "Alabama", only 1 thing strikes my mind right away: "SWEET HOME ALABAMA" 😁

[@MrMemo0325]

Planning to get 3p airlift bags. Think thats good?

[@DDOTFORD]

Hell yea that’s good.

[@MrMemo0325]

@@DDOTFORD bet. Ever had issues with the bags freezing when it snows or really cold out? (Unless you live in the south)

[@NMT4LIFE006]

What’s the brand of air suspension you use? That’s a clean set up keep up the great videos.

[@DDOTFORD]

Bags by universal air management by airlift performance

[@chrisbishop8400]

@@DDOTFORD does universal air make bags for AWD challengers as well? Been looking for a bit and the aftermarket is incredibly small for these cars.

[@k-11beats69]

Why my airlift does not holding the air can someone help me

[@WONofAkind]

Obviously your doing something right you got way more subs. But my DIY or expectations when I click on tutorial. I get right to the point. As a first time viewer I watched 4 minutes of chilling with you before we start talking air.

[@magic8053]

Chillin with you 🤣🤣

[@KennyLauderdale]

How much was it from parts to install?

[@DDOTFORD]

Total with install was like 3k

[@kevinisaac5143]

Airlift Performance 3P?

[@pernellmitchell8435]

Very informative i am getting a car that has air ride

[@thaitanium35]

Damn, bro. You’re good! You got me watching the whole video, and I didn’t learn a thing..... it’s common knowledge that these types of upgrades will require maintenance. Why would you have to wait for anyone to tell you that? Also, just a suggestion, instead of wasting viewers time, you could have skipped the first half of the video. That was irrelevant to your video headlines at all.... you might....MIGHT, get a little more subs from it. Smh 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@nickkrikorian5909]

some people dont know who just get into it. some people are learning about the hobby

[@shallvo1982]

@@nickkrikorian5909 exactly like myself. I wanna know everything first b4 I install my bags.

[@NdinguAnda]

was legit goin say the same

[@selwyn13]

Common sense is not so common

[@berniesands6201]

Damn u have air ride in your seats?

[@mikehere5331]

I get my gas at kroger, I got close to a buck off a gallon. Helps out since yk who is in off and I have to get whichever highest octane available

[@eastender74]

Got about 5 minutes into the video before I stopped cause I thought this would be about tractor trailer air bags and not a car air suspension. Although I did see your problem with the bass box and the amp. There are a couple of ways to stop that. One would be to mount the amp somewhere in the car and just run a long enough speaker wire to allow movement of the box. The other would be to use mounting brackets to hold the box in place. And lastly the easiest would be to purchase Weather Techs floor cargo organizer blocks. They come in a set of 4 gripping the carpet like it’s nailed to the floor. Assuming the carpet itself doesn’t move.

[@kendus01]

Good video! Watching from Birmingham, Al #205

[@DDOTFORD]

Appreciate it bro.

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

IS YOUR SUSPENSION SOFT WITH THE BAGS ?

[@nuskistackz820]

At 3:56 did he say “my wires have came loost”😂

[@DDOTFORD]

Nope.

[@JoshuaWilliamsMA83]

Is that an SXT badge on your grill?

[@DDOTFORD]

Yup. SXT+

[@JoshuaWilliamsMA83]

Ooo! I like!

[@JoshuaWilliamsMA83]

I might have to get that for mine.

[@DDOTFORD]

You should

[@martina20201]

Company name in Alabama

[@KennyLauderdale]

How heavy is that big box

[@DDOTFORD]

Had some weight to it but nothing crazy

[@MyIronman8]

hmm did you put bags on te factory struts

[@DDOTFORD]

Yea

[@MyIronman8]

@@DDOTFORD ok i guess that works also if your not driving on them at the low settings.

[@Cleaning_Hero]

Airbags suspensions tend to be fine in warm states but have issues when it gets cold.

[@Veikra]

I'd say that's not a rule. My rear bags are 17 yo and front I changed around 539 000 km or 340 000+ miles. But audi have enclosed airbag so no dirt or salt gets to them. Servicing dryer is important but most people dont even have a dryer

[@cliffordjurdi1950]

need a little different system set up

[@shallvo1982]

What’s the up keep though? You only inspected with your two eyes. What’s the up keep!?

[@DDOTFORD]

Not really much. Management system really keep everything in line for you. Check the bags and hose lines.

[@nicksothep8472]

Nobody ever tells you that a properly built hydraulic set up, with shocks or accumulators, will ride like a stock car, or better, and will last a lot longer than rubber balloons. I had both and then some, and while it might be a little more work to properly set up hydros, it's well worth it in the end. And no, you don't need 4 pumps and a trunk load of batteries.

[@shallvo1982]

Question. You leave it up over night why? Is there a reason for this? I’m asking Bc I just bought some air suspension for my car. It’s not installed or anything yet. But I’m just trying get some feed back. Tia.

[@DDOTFORD]

I would air it out at night. But I have left it aired up over night before.

[@296jacqi]

I will never buy another air suspension. I’ve had nothing but problems.

[@michaelalberson126]

Thanks for the awesome air bag video. And for being very professional with your presentation. And I absolutely appreciate that you did not use any inappropriate language thank you so very much for sharing this video. So many videos have so much inappropriate language and again thank you.

[@Pinkielover]

The box should always be bolted down with a bracket

[@alexanderpierce8216]

Am 3:02 on the like board

[@infinitly_fast964]

Exxon because of synergy

[@andrewcalles5703]

They don’t tell you, you cannot have a smooth ride when Aired up

[@Notmypresident2024]

your not supposed to drive with it fully locked up either

[@joshshull5599]

Shell and Texaco, highest octane, 93

[@CGLWLD]

I'm a big rig driver so of course most people don't know the problems, but the few that do know lol its easy fixes

[@dataknado]

hi nice puffy guy

[@corybradshaw1588]

Thought this was about airbags

[@DDOTFORD]

You don’t get paid for thinking.

[@beakerwsw]

6000$ air ride, 30$ subs.

[@danyplays2986]

Rich people confused wether to selecting either Bugatti or lambo or Porsche or dodge or r8 you confused choosing hats.

[@titojimenez1820]

Oh yeah u from the Gump! Yeh definitely Chevron gas all day.

[@MG-ks1qg]

The actual content starts at the 4:40 mark. He spends the first 4 and a half minutes bloviating about stuff you didn't click on the video to watch.

[@JP-iu4vz]

I'm still waiting on the truth about air ride suspension

[@DDOTFORD]

Keep waiting then.