AIR SUSPENSION Options!?!

[DuckTruck]

Thanks for the responses fellas.

No, I don't tow much....only every now and again....probably less than once a month. If I needed extra "height" in the rear while towing, I guess I could always just fill the bags up manually and roll with it.

It would be nice to have the system to continue to be "automated", but with the repeated problems and issues with the system, I am beginning to agree with timgco!

I hate to buy coils and go that route while I have perfect airbags already in place. I think I might try the "manual fill" option and unhook the compressor from the bags to keep the ability to adjust the system as I want. Then, when/if the bags fail, go the coil route.

On a "coil" note, does anyone make an aftermarket spring that would give 2-3" of lift over stock so the use of a spacer wouldn't be necessary?

Thanks again,

DUCK

[DuckTruck]

Well...just found out that one of my airbags is shot so I will be joini g the ranks of those who have switched to coils.

Just FYI, I plan to keep the compressor to operate the fill station in the rear cargo area.

Anybody have a recommendation as to the best place to purchase them and price?

Thanks fellas.

[timgco]

Originally Posted by DuckTruck

Well...just found out that one of my airbags is shot so I will be joini g the ranks of those who have switched to coils.

Just FYI, I plan to keep the compressor to operate the fill station in the rear cargo area.

Anybody have a recommendation as to the best place to purchase them and price?

Thanks fellas.

try gmparthouse.com
gmpartsdirect.com

Please do a writeup and take pics when you do this. It seems every time someone does this, half of what is needed is left out.

I have a set of stock springs and a susupension max rear spacers, but have not done the swap yet.....not sure what else is needed.

[DuckTruck]

Will do Tim.

I am currently (with the help of my mechanic) compiling a list of what is needed and respective part numbers (if such exist).

Thanks to all......I will keep you posted.

DUCK

[DuckTruck]

Just ordered 2 coil springs and 2 insulators from gmpartsdirect.com (they have the cheapest prices by the way).

The coils are part numbers 25956182 and 25956183 respectively.

The insulators are part number 15765071.

Total price for all was $217.60 shipped to my door.

DUCK

[Easy Ed]

2 insulators ?

When I did mine 4 was required according to the parts diagram, same part number as yours, 15765071. One for the top of the spring and one for the bottom of the spring.

But, while I am looking at the invoice for some reason there is a difference in spring part numbers, 15179495 and 15179496 ? Your spring numbers for 3" taller springs ?

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[DuckTruck]

Ed,

thank you for your post. I never thought about getting 4 insulators...dumb huh!?! I will order them now.

As for the springs, they are part numbers that came up on gmpartsdirect.com and should be the stock size and rate. Where did you buy yours? U am wondering if that is why the numbers are different.

DUCK

[twenty2]

Originally Posted by DuckTruck

Just ordered 2 coil springs and 2 insulators from gmpartsdirect.com (they have the cheapest prices by the way).

The coils are part numbers 25956182 and 25956183 respectively.

The insulators are part number 15765071.

Total price for all was $217.60 shipped to my door.

DUCK

how long did it take to get to your door for shipping?

[DuckTruck]

If I remember correctly, 4-5 business days......maybe a week total, but I think less.

DUCK