flailer
Well-known member
Hi all,
I scanned this section and didn't see anything on suspension modifications, or air suspension installations... so maybe a new thread...
I don't have my perfect "dream" rig. And it would be financially stupid of me to drop what I have, and start over again. So, I would like to find a way to increase my ground clearance, but NOT negatively effect gas mileage.
Basically I'd like to go back-woods onto forest service roads. I have found miles of good roads, that are blocked in just a spot or two by ruts, rocks, branches.
So, what about air-bag suspension? Anyone know anything?
I really don't know if this is a good idea, or how expensive it maybe. I have heard that it is a DIY type of upgrade, for most.
I understand that one can even use a bicycle tire pump for simplicity's sake, and then just let the air out to drop it back down.
I'd like to gain 4" of clearance for VERY VERY short distances so my gray & black water lines don't get damaged getting to my desired base-camp.
I have an 19.5ft , 2002 Chinook, on a Ford van chassis.
(i have used a shovel that I carry, but this is not always practical)
I scanned this section and didn't see anything on suspension modifications, or air suspension installations... so maybe a new thread...
I don't have my perfect "dream" rig. And it would be financially stupid of me to drop what I have, and start over again. So, I would like to find a way to increase my ground clearance, but NOT negatively effect gas mileage.
Basically I'd like to go back-woods onto forest service roads. I have found miles of good roads, that are blocked in just a spot or two by ruts, rocks, branches.
So, what about air-bag suspension? Anyone know anything?
I really don't know if this is a good idea, or how expensive it maybe. I have heard that it is a DIY type of upgrade, for most.
I understand that one can even use a bicycle tire pump for simplicity's sake, and then just let the air out to drop it back down.
I'd like to gain 4" of clearance for VERY VERY short distances so my gray & black water lines don't get damaged getting to my desired base-camp.
I have an 19.5ft , 2002 Chinook, on a Ford van chassis.
(i have used a shovel that I carry, but this is not always practical)