Air suspension - accumulator tanks question

TexasA&M · Nov 21, 2012

Is anyone here currently running some type of air suspension? Not just helper bags, but a full on setup? I'm wondering how much of a different accumulator tanks make on these systems.

Reason I ask is that I'm getting ready to install the Firestone R4 Tech system on my truck. This doesn't come with accumulator tanks, but I am thinking of adding some in to smooth out the ride even more. Any thoughts on this?

Also, can anyone confirm the reason for needing these at all (they are included in the Kelderman kit, which is a full blown air susp, unlike the R4 which is a hybrid). I think the reason is that bigger bags mean a smoother ride, and by adding an accumulator tank, you are effectively increasing the volume that is in the bags at any given time (the bag and tanks have a straight connection and are always at the same pressure). Is that the right line of thinking?

Zmann · Nov 21, 2012

pm ME2
he has messed with them and accumulator tank I think He called em ping tanks ?

rat49f6 · Nov 21, 2012

A full air ride system with accumulator tanks was done by Ziggy over on fte... I can link if that is ok with the mods

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Zmann · Nov 21, 2012

http://powerstrokearmy.com/forums/member.php?u=3825

the mods won't get bent about a helpful cross link

Smokyred · Nov 21, 2012

Yes ping tanks will make the ride smoother, just make sure the air lines between the bags and the ping tank are as large as possible. In theory it is the same as running a larger bag.

Dave