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Old 06-27-2012, 01:58 PM   #105
gringoloco
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Re: Another Dropmember version???? :)

Agreed on the benefits of 'bags, as I run a schrader setup on the rear of my truck. The problems with it, in my experience, are the inherent fluctuations in pressure, and therefore height, due to temperature, leaks, etc.

While this is acceptable to some degree on the rear, these changes in the front suspension will lead to alignment, handling, and tire wear issues. Without some way to positively gauge your set ride height, such as a pressure or height sensor, there's no way of knowing. I envision breaking out the tape measure or yard stick at every stop to ensure your truck is still aligned, or worse yet, driving down the highway slowly leaking air and ruining an expensive 20" tire before you realize your 'bags are leaking...

Coil springs are simple, cheap, reliable and capable. For these reasons, I still run factory coils up front-- guess I just wanna have my cake (improved geometry and ground clearance) and eat it too (affordably and reliably).
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