Just started learning how to do air bags, a whole lot easier on the tractors lol. I've never thought to use the shop air to provide air to the trailer, definitely going to be a lot faster than supplying air from the tractor.
I have watched six of these videos so far.. guys changing trailer suspension airbags. And on every freaking one of them it was on the rearmost axle. It would be very nice to see somebody change a front air bag. My understanding is that they are more difficult. And guess what? I need to do a front airbag.
Nice video! Doing something similar on an older bus, but having some issues identifying the right fittings to match the current hard copper lines and convert to plastic DOT air lines. I think what I have looks similar to yours ('inverted flare' with an o-ring inside?) but not sure what they're called or how to ID properly. Local air fitting shops can't find anything like it. And I like those airlines, don't really look plastic. Any suggestions on how to ID fittings and hose nomenclature?
a new subscriber her wow Great lighting good vídeo quality nice camera angles excellent explanation very detailed. thanks for the good work. be safe brother
both mine are bad and wont pick up at all. How can I fix that ? I got a bottle jack, but I cant really get it high enough. I guess I need to add more woodblocks, but are there other ways ?
Hey Boss. I'm having issues with my airbag exploding on my spread axle flatbed. I've gone through 2 airbags in the same location in a year. (frontaxle driver side) Do you have any suggestions?
Trucker Timmy hi. Considering your question is from 2 years ago, chances are you have resolved your exploding airbag dilemma. But in case you haven't, here are a couple of things you could check.. Maybe you have a lower control arm which is Twisted or bent and therefore when the trailer airbag is fully inflated you have some chafing occurring. When you blow an airbag look carefully at it.. any evidence of chafing or scraping? Maybe your airbags are overinflating. The distance between the top of your trailer tire and the bottom of the trailer deck should be no more than about three to four inches regardless of whether load is light or heavy. When you are empty, is your trailer sitting up really high? Because if it is then you either have a bad leveling valve or your leveling valve needs adjustment. I hope this helps. Good luck.
On real tough top air spring nut do this procedure . Cut air spring fabric around air spring and remove the bottom section . Use a cutting torch and cut the bolt from the air spring base .
Just started learning how to do air bags, a whole lot easier on the tractors lol. I've never thought to use the shop air to provide air to the trailer, definitely going to be a lot faster than supplying air from the tractor.
Thanks for this. You show exactly step by step. Been driving 20 years and am starting to do more mechanical jobs. These vids help a lot.
Thank for the comment.
Thanks for the clear and informative video and the tips for the adapters for testing and service.
I have watched six of these videos so far.. guys changing trailer suspension airbags. And on every freaking one of them it was on the rearmost axle. It would be very nice to see somebody change a front air bag. My understanding is that they are more difficult. And guess what? I need to do a front airbag.
I might take a long time to do mine but this is going to save me a lot of money thanks!
Thanks for the this nice and informative video. Very nicely presented.
Nice video! Doing something similar on an older bus, but having some issues identifying the right fittings to match the current hard copper lines and convert to plastic DOT air lines. I think what I have looks similar to yours ('inverted flare' with an o-ring inside?) but not sure what they're called or how to ID properly. Local air fitting shops can't find anything like it. And I like those airlines, don't really look plastic. Any suggestions on how to ID fittings and hose nomenclature?
good and informative.
Looking at doing one myself.
a new subscriber her wow Great lighting good vídeo quality nice camera angles excellent explanation very detailed. thanks for the good work. be safe brother
Thanks for watching.
very helpful thanks, followed your instructions, done one on my pete
The video was awesome and easy to follow Thanks!
Thanks for watching.
What size sockets did u use?
15/16
got two of those trying to retrofit to my motorhome in place of coil spring they have next to a shock on each side.
Gonna try to do mine today. Thanks for this.
both mine are bad and wont pick up at all. How can I fix that ? I got a bottle jack, but I cant really get it high enough. I guess I need to add more woodblocks, but are there other ways ?
A jack .
When the air bags are cracked like that is it a good idea to change it?
Thanks
How much are the air bags? And how long should it take to change thanks in advance
How can I make that air tool. Iam a driver please any info is appreciated
The two screw caps on the airbag, 28mm or 29mm?
Nice video!
Hey Boss. I'm having issues with my airbag exploding on my spread axle flatbed. I've gone through 2 airbags in the same location in a year. (frontaxle driver side) Do you have any suggestions?
Trucker Timmy hi. Considering your question is from 2 years ago, chances are you have resolved your exploding airbag dilemma. But in case you haven't, here are a couple of things you could check..
Maybe you have a lower control arm which is Twisted or bent and therefore when the trailer airbag is fully inflated you have some chafing occurring. When you blow an airbag look carefully at it.. any evidence of chafing or scraping?
Maybe your airbags are overinflating. The distance between the top of your trailer tire and the bottom of the trailer deck should be no more than about three to four inches regardless of whether load is light or heavy. When you are empty, is your trailer sitting up really high? Because if it is then you either have a bad leveling valve or your leveling valve needs adjustment.
I hope this helps. Good luck.
Can we drive with 3 bags by disconnecting 4th one in case of emergency
You can disconnect the air bag leveling valve at the rod and turn off the air supply to all air bags.
I did, grossing 79000. Drove 370 miles.
You should do break chambers
Thank you man!
Your welcome.
What size where the bolts for the air bag are they usually all the same ?
I think 15/16.
Very nicely presented. No angst, no self promotion, just information one can present to a classroom, or ones daughter. Thank you for that.
Thanks for watching.
Thanks please subscribe and like thanks.
On real tough top air spring nut do this procedure . Cut air spring fabric around air spring and remove the bottom section . Use a cutting torch and cut the bolt from the air spring base .
Yeah I’ve had to do that once a twice it not fun.
Can airbags be repair?
No .
Nice
Also you cant have an airline rubbing the frame. Oos
Really good step by step and explanation video
Nice helpful video! I did subscribed!
Senthuran Veera thanks you for watching.
Very well explained 👏, thank you
Jayson Caro Thanks for watching.
What is the cost of the job
I hr labor and cost of bag.
Nice. I'm also a trailer repair mechanic, and also do repairs on the body.
Great video, big help save me money.
Thank you.
Thanks! like!
NiteFly Logistic LLC Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the good information
do not forget to change breaks)))
Hey mate what is your Ratcheting Breaker Bar set at when tightening up the nuts?
Clive Jenkins
No torque ratchet just tight.
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