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Old Mar 18, 2009 | 09:09 PM
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Hey guys, i was wondering if anyone actually knows the brand and model specs of the air ride on a 1994 Deville! What take, bags, and compressor is on it???

I am looking to add some sort of air ride controls to the setup to be able to adjust the ride height and drop the ride... any help would be hot
 
Old Mar 18, 2009 | 09:51 PM
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You can lower the rear with the stock struts by adjusting the sensor but the front which doesnt have air ride will be more difficult. Your best bet is to order lowering springs if they offer them for your year. eibach pro spings they lower your car about 1" or sprint lowering springs they lower your car almost 2" (1.7") the cost for the lowering springs ranges from $200-$300 but if you still want air ride all the way around to lower it even more you will have to get an aftermarket kit it will cost $1200+ for the kit.
 
Old Mar 19, 2009 | 09:44 AM
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hmm alright great thanks! which setup do u think would be better? the lowered bags in the back and lowering springs in the front or a bag system all-around? Also for an entire bag system would u need to replace the current air ride in the back? or would some of the parts be reusable?
 
Old Mar 19, 2009 | 04:31 PM
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For me since i am not into adjusting my suspension all the time i would go with lowering springs.
1) they are cheaper than the whole Air bag Kit
2) they are easier to install and
3) no modifications are needed since they are only replacing the stock springs.

The airbag Kit will require moddifying the suspension (mostly the front) to allow for fitment for the airbags the rear most pple will replace the rear spring with the air bag and use a regular gas strut instead of the air strut that is originaly used. You will also have to use a bigger air tank and compressor to air up all 4 bags that will have to go into the trunk and take up about 1/4-1/2 of trunk space.

I wouldnt recomend using lowering springs in the front and bags in the back it may not ride very well.
 
Old Mar 23, 2009 | 08:51 PM
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Thanks for the advice ill take it into consideration and let u know how it turns out
 
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