Installing air bags on leaf springs

Submitted: Friday, Jul 08, 2005 at 16:58
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Via advice received on another thread, I've decided to look into buying a Firestone Ride Rite kit from truckspring.com in USA for installation on the back of my '05 Hilux. I figure I can land them in Australia for under $400, even if I have to pay GST. The Airbag Man will charge $825.

Problem is ensuring I get the right kit, as the Hilux is not sold in USA.

I have measured from top of leaf to underside of bumper stop plate welded to chassis. I'm assuming I remove the current rubber bumper stop and fit the air bag where it currently is. The distance is about 130mm (maybe a touch less) with canopy, drawer unit, firdge, 20ltr water container and bits and pieces in the back. I'm guessing that unladen, it would be about 150mm. I can probably check this more accurately if necessary by finding someone with an unmodified vehicle.

If I specify this distance to truckspring.com, is this enough to get the right kit? Are all the fittings standard, so that length is the only critical issue?

If I can not be certain that I'm getting the right thing, I'm better to buy locally so that I have a warranty.

Thanks in advance for any help I can get on this.

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