Air Ride Valves, Set of 8
08-06-07, 07:28 PM
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Air Ride Valves, Set of 8
I have one set each of Tork air ride valves in 250psi and 500psi versions (both are 1/2-inch orifice), which are the same ones used by my friend's hot rod shop.
One car uses 8 valves, both to allow for front/back and side/side movement, but also to isolate each corner and eliminate air transfer between 'bags/cylinders. I've had this brand of valves on two different SEMA vehicles, and they perform flawlessly.
They also don't require any backpressure to remain shut. Lots of valves will remain open without any backpressure, allowing the suspension to leak down if the supply side springs a leak.
So, I had one set of each (250psi/500psi) ready to go for future projects, but since they've been sold off I don't currently need them.
250psi is great for most applications that use compressors, while the 500psi version is suited to faster compressed air setups (nitrogen, C02, etc.). That being said, the 500psi valves will work exactly the same on a compressor system.
Prices:
$285/Set of 8 (250psi)
$320/Set of 8 (500psi)
$10 for shipping in the US.
Here's a crappy cell phone pic of one of the valves. Both versions look the same.
Feel free to check my references on Ziptied.com, Zilvia.net, and Club4AG. I used to be on VIPStyleCars.com before they changed software, so maybe my old posts are on there. Steve at Carson Toyota also knows me from my Import Racer Magazine days. Thanks.
One car uses 8 valves, both to allow for front/back and side/side movement, but also to isolate each corner and eliminate air transfer between 'bags/cylinders. I've had this brand of valves on two different SEMA vehicles, and they perform flawlessly.
They also don't require any backpressure to remain shut. Lots of valves will remain open without any backpressure, allowing the suspension to leak down if the supply side springs a leak.
So, I had one set of each (250psi/500psi) ready to go for future projects, but since they've been sold off I don't currently need them.
250psi is great for most applications that use compressors, while the 500psi version is suited to faster compressed air setups (nitrogen, C02, etc.). That being said, the 500psi valves will work exactly the same on a compressor system.
Prices:
$285/Set of 8 (250psi)
$320/Set of 8 (500psi)
$10 for shipping in the US.
Here's a crappy cell phone pic of one of the valves. Both versions look the same.
Feel free to check my references on Ziptied.com, Zilvia.net, and Club4AG. I used to be on VIPStyleCars.com before they changed software, so maybe my old posts are on there. Steve at Carson Toyota also knows me from my Import Racer Magazine days. Thanks.
08-06-07, 11:58 PM
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Well, this basically covers the control portion of an air ride setup. You would still need:
1) Airbags, such as the Universal Air Suspension bags. Or cylinders, but I highly advise against it unless you come across some Canovers. Bags will give you a far superior ride and are generally safer.
2) At least one air compressor (plus pressure switch) or nitrogen/CO2 bottle with regulator
3) Air lines and fittings.
4) At least one air tank.
5) Miscellaneous wires for the compressors, plus switches or a switchbox.
That's what I can think of off the top of my head, but these valves should knock at least $100 off of the price of a complete setup if you're piecing it together.
1) Airbags, such as the Universal Air Suspension bags. Or cylinders, but I highly advise against it unless you come across some Canovers. Bags will give you a far superior ride and are generally safer.
2) At least one air compressor (plus pressure switch) or nitrogen/CO2 bottle with regulator
3) Air lines and fittings.
4) At least one air tank.
5) Miscellaneous wires for the compressors, plus switches or a switchbox.
That's what I can think of off the top of my head, but these valves should knock at least $100 off of the price of a complete setup if you're piecing it together.
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