dream build.......putting Henry on air. Advice please - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Coach529 · 04-03-2015, 02:04 PM

Right now I have a static drop on my 1949 Chevy 3600. I used a modified stock axle and removed some leafs in the front. The rear got an axle flip and some leafs removed. I love the stance.....but as expected the ride is rough.

Looking into IFS in the front, likely from an S-10 donor. Rear will be a 4 link set up.

I would like to do a manual air ride set up. I need some guidance on some things though.

What size and how many compressors?

What brands should I look at and what brands should I stay away from?

I was going to go with a 5 gallon tank. Bags I had decided on are Slam Specialties SS7.

I am looking at 4 paddle switches and a couple dual needle pressure gauges. Any good sources?

Thanks for the info and guidance in advance!!

**Advanced Design** · 04-03-2015, 05:41 PM

Coach, I went with suicidedoorsdotcom for components for my 48 truck. Used one compressor with a 5 gallon tank, toggle switch control of the air valves and pressure gauges. Truck had a Fatman iFS and triangulated 4 link rear.

I plan to use Ridetech system on the current build.

Coach529 · 04-03-2015, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Coach, I went with suicidedoorsdotcom for components for my 48 truck. Used one compressor with a 5 gallon tank, toggle switch control of the air valves and pressure gauges. Truck had a Fatman iFS and triangulated 4 link rear.

I plan to use Ridetech system on the current build.

Thanks for the link. They have some nice stuff.

Just what I am looking for!!

tinydb84 · 04-03-2015, 06:50 PM

There are a lot of places that will give you a good deal if you call:

AZ Performance. AVS. Custom Connection. I have used all three and can recommend all three without hesitation.

Custom Connection has the best sales by far. I got my entire rear suspention (4 link, panhard, bag brackets, shock mounts, some fittings, etc) for around 500 bucks delivered.

I plan on running Viair compressors. Likely two 480s. I have been debating between the Little Larry's valves and Dloe's valves.

andrewmp6 · 04-04-2015, 03:18 AM

suicidedoors use to be good but now have a super long wait for parts that should be in stock ready to go.For a ifs kit and a rear 4 link look at http://www.nolimitengineering.com/ and http://www.scottshotrods.com/ both are vendors on here and known for making good parts.If i went the s10 way i would do a whole frame swap vs trying to clip a frame.

04-03-2015, 02:04 PM	#1
Coach529 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 1,757	dream build.......putting Henry on air. Advice please Right now I have a static drop on my 1949 Chevy 3600. I used a modified stock axle and removed some leafs in the front. The rear got an axle flip and some leafs removed. I love the stance.....but as expected the ride is rough. Looking into IFS in the front, likely from an S-10 donor. Rear will be a 4 link set up. I would like to do a manual air ride set up. I need some guidance on some things though. What size and how many compressors? What brands should I look at and what brands should I stay away from? I was going to go with a 5 gallon tank. Bags I had decided on are Slam Specialties SS7. I am looking at 4 paddle switches and a couple dual needle pressure gauges. Any good sources? Thanks for the info and guidance in advance!! __________________ 1949 Chevy 3600 "Adventures of Henry" http://smu.gs/QOlhWY

04-03-2015, 05:41 PM	#2
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,017	Re: dream build.......putting Henry on air. Advice please Coach, I went with suicidedoorsdotcom for components for my 48 truck. Used one compressor with a 5 gallon tank, toggle switch control of the air valves and pressure gauges. Truck had a Fatman iFS and triangulated 4 link rear. I plan to use Ridetech system on the current build. __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

04-03-2015, 06:50 PM	#4
tinydb84 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Jose Ca Posts: 2,871	Re: dream build.......putting Henry on air. Advice please There are a lot of places that will give you a good deal if you call: AZ Performance. AVS. Custom Connection. I have used all three and can recommend all three without hesitation. Custom Connection has the best sales by far. I got my entire rear suspention (4 link, panhard, bag brackets, shock mounts, some fittings, etc) for around 500 bucks delivered. I plan on running Viair compressors. Likely two 480s. I have been debating between the Little Larry's valves and Dloe's valves. __________________ David Used parts build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=638991 My brother's Nova: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=727985 Rear suspension rework: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=750557 Instagram: myfabguy

04-04-2015, 03:18 AM	#5
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: dream build.......putting Henry on air. Advice please suicidedoors use to be good but now have a super long wait for parts that should be in stock ready to go.For a ifs kit and a rear 4 link look at http://www.nolimitengineering.com/ and http://www.scottshotrods.com/ both are vendors on here and known for making good parts.If i went the s10 way i would do a whole frame swap vs trying to clip a frame.



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