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 Airbag suspension??
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Fri, 24 October 2003 03:10
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Hey guys, I've pretty much given up on modifying the engine of my car at the moment but am still considering lowering my Cressida.
I want to lower it an inch or two but haven't done it 'cos I go up to the country about 3 times a year and need the clearance. Is adjustable ride height suspension adaptable for most cars? How much does it cost to fit a set of airbags to a car?...
Ideally I'd like to lower my car 3" and be able to restore original clearance for dirt roads and nasty speedhumps. Anyone have any info?? Particularly prices and people who fit this kind of thing.
Thanks, Simon.
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Fri, 24 October 2003 03:19
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i inquired on airbags for a hilux. it was about 7k. total installed including the monster notch, which u wouldnt need.
burnincustoms.com
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Fri, 24 October 2003 03:24
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The are standard fit style bags available but be aware they are not a direct bolt on (unless you own a honda) the fitting isn't overly difficult but it does involve in most cases relocation the shocks (as the bag takes the place of the spring) and fabrication of bearing plates for the bags (some use standard spring stops) or re building the strut to suit. Engineering is required but from what I hear they ride very well at standard ride height.
Pricing prolly around the $3000 mark depending on how elaborate the setup. you can get complete setups (bolt-on) for commo's hondas, Chev trucks pre fabed for around the 2500 for a basic setup.
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Fri, 24 October 2003 03:24
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$7k!!! God dammit! I was thinking $2k. 
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Fri, 24 October 2003 03:26
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I was quoted 9000 for slamming a hulux a few years ago but that is all in the knotching the drop spinals etc. (labor is the big hit) the gear is the cheaper side...
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Fri, 24 October 2003 03:44
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talk to allan he sorted out an airbag system for even less than $2k
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Fri, 24 October 2003 05:47
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Very possible if you an do alot of the work your self
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Fri, 24 October 2003 06:16
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Allan, who? and was that comment directed at me or the hilux dude? Under $2000 sounds sweet. 
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Fri, 24 October 2003 06:20
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Allan is a member of the forums posting under the name of ...................Allan 
PM him he can give u some URL's for places in the states i think they make airbags for the MX83 so the swap should be easy
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Fri, 24 October 2003 07:00
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There is also a few Aust. sites that import the us stuff as well
I'll try and find the links for you.
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Re: Airbag suspension??
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Fri, 24 October 2003 13:41
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ybs1ow already gave me their name but thaks anyway Lamboman  Are these guys the only ones around? They are in NSW too.
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Fri, 24 October 2003 13:49
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Correction: QLD... that's even worse. 
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Fri, 24 October 2003 14:01
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I did a quick Google search on "airbag suspension""honda"".au" and came up with no leads 
the only other places I've seen deal in hilux's and don't really cater for sedans.
Sorry Dude 
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Fri, 24 October 2003 16:47
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try searching on air strut theres DEFINLY a source for them in the states
Allan
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I supported Toymods
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Sat, 25 October 2003 05:15
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also bear in mind airbag suspension has been made illegal in QLD...
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Tue, 28 October 2003 12:14
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considering every modern truck has "road friendly" airbag thats gota be a good trick!
Allan
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Wed, 29 October 2003 05:48
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yeah not to mention citroens which comes with "height adjustable" suspension from the factory, and never mind the 4WD lift kits you can buy...
glad my name ain't against those stupid kinda rules...
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Melbourne Eastern Suburbs
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October 2002
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Re: Airbag suspension??
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Wed, 29 October 2003 06:11
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I'm pretty sure that some of the latest hsv's have airbags too.
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Re: Airbag suspension??
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Wed, 29 October 2003 23:06
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The early Subaru Liberty wagons were available with airbags instead of springs.
Raise the car about 2" on struts with independant suspension.
If they've made it illegal in Qld , I'm guessing that means aftermarket kits.
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Wed, 29 October 2003 23:57
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we got a brand new prado grande not long ago and in about a month we had blown both rear airbag suspension and done heaps of damage to the undercarrage.....f***in dodgey sh*t, they shoulda recalled them...
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Re: Airbag suspension??
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Sat, 01 November 2003 03:03
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| Grega wrote on Sat, 25 October 2003 15:15 |
also bear in mind airbag suspension has been made illegal in QLD...
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Nah it's just notches as far as I know. Air is alright (because some cars/trucks come with it standard), it's just (from what I've heard) that QLD Transport didn't like it that the chasis could touch the ground while moving.
I've heard nothing but good about http://www.thechopppershop.com.au (Syd) or http://www.fabricatethis.com (Melb) so they might be worth a call 
And for what you need it might be a bit cheaper because you'd only want something fairly slow
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Re: Airbag suspension??
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Sat, 01 November 2003 08:43
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I was at a mate's shop the other day and equired about the price of a Gates timing belt for an MX83... There were 2 types, one for the model with "air suspension" and one for the model without. WTF?! Was air suspension a factory option? 
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