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Old 10-07-2009, 02:59 PM
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adjustable stops vs air bags?

just wondering what works better for pulling susupension stops or air bags (keep in mind i do hardly any towing) getting the truck ready for the spring, south bend dd clutch, ladder bars just got installed. Doing the basics for now just want to try pulling at a local fair near me come spring just for fun. thanks! -Shane
Old 10-07-2009, 10:35 PM
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I use my air bags and don't block. But even at max pressure air bags will squat a little, where blocks don't.

I you don't need air bags for anything I would say don't go that rout.
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Alot of groups make you deflate them and disconnect the air source. If you are looking to pull in entry level classes they usually don't allow block or if they do you must have at least 1" of suspension travel. Also some orginization don't like traction bars in stock classes, which i can't figure out for the life of me.
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Suspension stops are far better, but you probably should have traction bars with them also to keep the spring wrap under control.
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most events will not let you use airbags due to the fact that your hitch can be set at 26 in for tech and you can ajust them from your cab to raise it . some systems can not be adjusted from the cab but it still calls for issue amongst other drivers on fairness. adjustable bump stops are the best bet. 90% of all rule say that you mush have 1in squat before the stop touches though.
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