Should You Run Coilovers OR Air Suspension?

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    Whether you're looking to stance out your ride or maximize its track performance, both air suspension kits and coilovers have their pros and cons. On this episode of Suspension School, we are going to help you choose which suspension kit is right for you! Let us know your thoughts down in the comment section below!
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ความคิดเห็น • 939

  • @pwschuh
    @pwschuh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2135

    Bottom line:
    - static for the go
    - air for the show

    • @jackcollin1695
      @jackcollin1695 6 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      pwschuh static for fanatic
      Bags for douche

    • @PACKERMAN2077
      @PACKERMAN2077 6 ปีที่แล้ว +111

      Yeah nope... Thats the other way around....
      Bags preserve range of motion, static gets you stuck.

    • @Kev27RS
      @Kev27RS 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I don't think Jesper's BMW as static is "for the go"... 😂

    • @deadroses4747
      @deadroses4747 6 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Martin Umaguing when you couldn’t afford bags so you have to hate on them (high school carguy joke)

    • @DougGreninger
      @DougGreninger 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Darian Murcott-Istead FTW

  • @MilkManCaravan
    @MilkManCaravan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +677

    this stuff is so interesting for someone just getting into the scene but the options are making my head spin

    • @TheKingsGambitShorts
      @TheKingsGambitShorts 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Same man

    • @ryandol6341
      @ryandol6341 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@TheKingsGambitShorts frrrr what r u considering doing bro

    • @utai4571
      @utai4571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      i'm still stuck on the car choice and still looking to all of the options for the fun AFTER you get the car, man, this is exhausting haha! so much stuff

    • @Oscar-lo4fh
      @Oscar-lo4fh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here man, trying to get bags for a hardbody

    • @owinjooz
      @owinjooz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Oscar-lo4fh same

  • @ThePinoyMamba
    @ThePinoyMamba 6 ปีที่แล้ว +953

    Don't let this distract you from the fact that Hector is gonna be running 3 Honda Civic's with spoon engines. On top of that he just came into Harry's and ordered 3 t66 turbo's with NOS's and a Motec System Exhaust.

    • @Fadz-zg6bt
      @Fadz-zg6bt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Old and gay

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  6 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      I NEED NOS 😂😂😂

    • @AllaboutTheWoodrows
      @AllaboutTheWoodrows 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Your gonna blow the welds on your intake stupidest thing ever heard on fast and furious

    • @irvingcobian
      @irvingcobian 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i died at this haha!

    • @lpmorgan90
      @lpmorgan90 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AllaboutTheWoodrows explain why its bad?

  • @StephenBrewer89
    @StephenBrewer89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +620

    Static is for the radio.
    Bags are for groceries.
    Both are great

    • @trave9240
      @trave9240 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Stephen Brewer Was looking for this “bags are for groceries , static’s is for radio comment” in the comment section...ahhh there it is! Hahaha clean evo buddy!

    • @jhonchun9103
      @jhonchun9103 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But you have to eat the booty like groceries

  • @nine182
    @nine182 6 ปีที่แล้ว +403

    Both. Coil overs on the rear, air on the front, (so you can get over speed bumps properly 😂)

    • @6ixgenesis842
      @6ixgenesis842 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Hollyyyyy i didnt even think about that.. does it run properly?

    • @GodzUnit01
      @GodzUnit01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      would that be ideal for a DD that sees an occasional drift day? that’s actually a pretty good idea. seriously.

    • @Madvillian
      @Madvillian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      just get air cups

    • @vaporsheep9330
      @vaporsheep9330 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Madvillian is that new?

    • @Madvillian
      @Madvillian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@vaporsheep9330 No, people just don't know about them.

  • @eddie1964
    @eddie1964 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1273

    Bruh imma get hydraulics

    • @afbran7066
      @afbran7066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@epixxor3468 🤣💀

    • @datualigram
      @datualigram 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      i find this funny haha

    • @manuelvalladares8088
      @manuelvalladares8088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Eddie lmfao 😂

    • @assertaiseer22
      @assertaiseer22 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I had it but then sold it for a fire price and got coilovers

    • @raulbitca5342
      @raulbitca5342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hmm

  • @martsmarts
    @martsmarts 6 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    Bags for street, Coils for track... i love them both!

    • @grugg3108
      @grugg3108 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I wish I could use both at once, I plan on getting a truck that wont tip if I go fast through a turn, but one that can take reletively bumpy dirt roads

    • @shadowkidgaming8253
      @shadowkidgaming8253 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@grugg3108 I’m not old enough to drive but I’m a total motorhead and one of my dream cars is a jacked up ram and I think a tall air suspension is a good choice cuz depending on how much it can lower, it can be used to get in the truck easier and to be lower for pulling a trailer

  • @ReygansRides
    @ReygansRides 6 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    There’s a third option: air cup on coilovers. Best of both worlds. Allows you to roll low then lift up when the need arises.

    • @spudman1734
      @spudman1734 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thanks for making me privy of these. They seem like an awesome option

    • @yukaira
      @yukaira 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thanks for letting me know abt this
      this is perfect for what i need

    • @keitharaneta3465
      @keitharaneta3465 ปีที่แล้ว

      You cannot go full airout with this setup

  • @Thejordanenthusiast
    @Thejordanenthusiast 6 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    Solution: Air piston/Air cup kit; put them on top of your coilovers. You get the best of both worlds: The ability to lift or lower your car while still maintaining the functionality of the coilovers.
    After being static for three years, this is the next step for me. Yes, I’d look ridiculous with the car lifted up, but I don’t have to worry about cracking oil pans or other components. Low for the show, lift for the go.

    • @profiting-off-others-miser1328
      @profiting-off-others-miser1328 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I think you could of just said “bag over coils” and leave it at that

    • @Psy8ern3t1k
      @Psy8ern3t1k 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was gonna say the same thing; that he didn't mention this. I've wanted a cup kit coilover suspension since only Tein sold it back when. Now Driftworks sells them too, & I'm pretty sure the price point is more affordable now too.

    • @lpmorgan90
      @lpmorgan90 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or ditch the oil pan for a plate and use dry sump feed...

    • @joeloco5129
      @joeloco5129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The problem with the pneumatic cups is, you have to run a shorter spring. This equals a loss of shock travel. I do like the idea of the cups, but you'd need shortened struts to really pull it off.

    • @ngozijones5697
      @ngozijones5697 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I didn't know this was a thing. I'm planning to go ham on my audi and go straight up race car/show build but wanted the performance of coil overs with the ability to clear objects like air ride . This is exactly what i was looking for. Thanks

  • @Jcorons
    @Jcorons 4 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    2:27 did that bmw use its blinker? i thought that was a myth.

    • @Justknow4now
      @Justknow4now 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      It's a defect. I'm sure the owner took it to the dealership to get it fix. Stupid turn signal letting other drivers know my intent.

    • @ironmanmachine
      @ironmanmachine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wait...they have turn signals?

    • @georgemanlol3028
      @georgemanlol3028 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@ironmanmachine after market mod

  • @FCAutos
    @FCAutos 5 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    There are 2 candy red wheels behind you. What are the models? We're looking for wheels right now. Thanks

  • @konquer247
    @konquer247 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    My stock coil got broken on my VW Passat B5.5. So I though
    it would be a good idea to upgrade all 4 suspensions to coil overs.
    I was thrilled to see and feel the car handles and corners.
    The car has become very exciting to drive.

  • @jv-ip1go
    @jv-ip1go 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I have bags in front, and coils in the rear on my 69 c10. Mostly procrastination. Guess I should bag the rear too. I'll worry about it tommorw

  • @grim205
    @grim205 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    This is why I’ll always remain subscribed for videos like this, especially for the people who are undecided to what to go for. 🙋🏻‍♂️

  • @Rzagski
    @Rzagski 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Air is really really nice and gives a great ride. Amazing flexibility and great for dialing in for use. The expense after 5 years of ownership is insane. Cost of air bags, blocks, pumps, air lines is atrocious. Owned 3 range rovers and a Lexus GX. I’m set with coil overs now.

    • @jesusiboa9115
      @jesusiboa9115 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would you do an air to coil over conversion on your range rover if given the chance?

    • @WayToManyAssassins
      @WayToManyAssassins ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@jesusiboa9115😂😂😂 why would you do that

  • @MrTheHillfolk
    @MrTheHillfolk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I like my wheel gap.
    Being an animal lover it gives them a shelter from the elements.
    Stop hatin on the critters, show em some love yoe.

  • @JomesZ
    @JomesZ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Just depends on your budget and platform. Simplicity 👌

    • @lexmichael2040
      @lexmichael2040 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Petrol_ Enthusiast absolutely right sir, but paying one time but get a big time for coilovers are rest assured.

  • @JasperGustafsson
    @JasperGustafsson 6 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    ALWAYS STATIC FOO

    • @joshjosh5721
      @joshjosh5721 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Love that BMW Dude, what is your gekund clearance?

    • @joshjosh5721
      @joshjosh5721 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ground* lmao dutch autocorrect

    • @JasperGustafsson
      @JasperGustafsson 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      haven't actually measured, you cant even fit your foot under the front lip and the frame isn't much higher

    • @joshjosh5721
      @joshjosh5721 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice Dude, my Passat is gonna be about 1,5/2,0 inches off The ground so it’s gonna be a hell of a rough ride

    • @joshjosh5721
      @joshjosh5721 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Need to make a protective cover for The bottom though

  • @OctaneMonkey
    @OctaneMonkey 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You guys make such awesome content! This channel is going to blow up

  • @scottlynch2219
    @scottlynch2219 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like how fast you talk. You get a lot of info out in a short time. Im on here deciding suspension for my 05 z4.

  • @keyboardfreedomfighter5734
    @keyboardfreedomfighter5734 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You forgot one important consideration:.........trunk space. I was personally thinking about air suspension but I like my trunk space and I'd have to arrange a difficult setup to fit the air tank, compressor and a sound system if I wanted one. I always liked coil-overs though.

    • @CheeserRamirez
      @CheeserRamirez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is literally my dilemma with my focus. I love the space from it being a hatch and just hate to ruin it with a perm tank. But I do love the functionality of bags. The struggle is real.

    • @bigmeech9240
      @bigmeech9240 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cesar Ramirez two tanks under the front seats

  • @bagassetyonugroho107
    @bagassetyonugroho107 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally! I found a chanell talks about perfect fitment for our car! Thanks!

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad we could be here for assistance man! Dont forget to upload your ride to our gallery too if you haven't already! bit.ly/2Ma4oca 👍

  • @johnnyboull8000
    @johnnyboull8000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Mad that he never mentioned speed bumps as an advantage for airbags lmaoo

  • @goldblade84
    @goldblade84 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Unless you track your car, or live in an area with pristine roads, Lowering Springs on OEM Struts is the way to go. I've tried KSports (with multiple spring rate setups) and BC Racing with Swift Springs, as well as custom lowering springs that ended up being the best of them all.
    The only reason you'd want coilovers over lowering springs is the ability to change dampener settings on the fly.
    Otherwise, for the street the harsh KSports turned on a dime, but bounced so much that I hit my head on the roof whenever there's a bump in the road.
    BC Racing is much more comfortable, but somehow doesn't initiate turns as aggressively as my lowering springs, and bigger bumps and dips still shook the car way too much.
    At +20%F/+25%R spring rate for my 4,100 lbs wagon, it turns a tame family wagon into a sporty family car that can handle just about everything you throw at it. It turns almost as good as the KSports with slightly slower turn initiation, holds the corners almost as well, and have none of the discomfort (a girl who knows nothing about cars gave the KSports a 3/10 for comfort and lowering springs a 7/10, IMO that much gain in comfort is worth the 0.2 second delay in turn initiation).
    I'm sure AIR is smoother than lowering springs, but I don't actually want something that smooth because of the way I drive. And because of the progressive nature of air, I'm sure it'll be slightly slower on turn initiation even if it holds the corner just as well.

    • @michaelcjohnsonmj
      @michaelcjohnsonmj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i agree i can tien lower springs on my stock shocks best rider ever. 2010Civic SI

  • @4G12
    @4G12 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Air suspension still has a lot more potential to unlock. The nonlinear nature of air springs requires well tuned nonlinear dampers to really show what they can do.

    • @NatoriousGamePlay
      @NatoriousGamePlay 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      People mismatched the air spring with the dampers and then say it's shit when it doesn't work well. You can definitely race on air suspension and some people actually do

  • @0s0sXD
    @0s0sXD 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    All I want to know is what do I have to do to make my camry suspension as smooth as a new s class merc. Luxury

  • @SEEYOUNEXTTUESDAY-45
    @SEEYOUNEXTTUESDAY-45 6 ปีที่แล้ว +150

    Never decide! buy two cars air on one coils on the other. Problem solved

    • @WinterCrafter
      @WinterCrafter 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No everyone can afford to buy two cars... let alone two sets of suspension mods.

    • @gillixexik
      @gillixexik 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      WinterCraft Issa joke

    • @toyotabrony
      @toyotabrony 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      ohh1979 you read my mind man.🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

    • @toyotabrony
      @toyotabrony 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      gillixexik it’s not a joke dude. If we get two cars, it be a lot better to have coilovers and air suspension

    • @skyscall
      @skyscall 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ...but then you'd have to decide which to drive
      Real men buy a NASCAR and put coils on the left and air on the right

  • @yusufganchi2415
    @yusufganchi2415 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    What about speed humps and areas that would scrape the under of the car? Bags make it useful to drive low and rise to go over those things. Coilovers for the tracks🔥

    • @coloranalist5193
      @coloranalist5193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True, but hypothetically what if a main air line breaks. Then you’ll be in big trouble because you’re lower than coilovers usually are

    • @yusufganchi2415
      @yusufganchi2415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@coloranalist5193 fair enough then you'll have to be careful and monitor it like most aftermarket car parts used on the daily.

  • @izayoiaifuyu
    @izayoiaifuyu 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Tbh, I plan on using air bags from Air Lift performance. Not for lowering, mostly, but for both for ride quality, allowing for better clearance, and as the AL Subaru STi proved by posting a track record on bags, they have great response.
    Looks are barely anything for me, I care much more for the styling of the car itself, and given my options, I'm not going to care much about ride height aside from performance

  • @dualityofmorons
    @dualityofmorons 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love in Pennsylvania, which is like huge pot hole central, coils suck out here, but we make due. But love bags too lol

  • @jackcollin1695
    @jackcollin1695 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The problem of going bags or coils are those who only have 1 car as their daily.they wanted that slammed look while sacrificing drivability/function.so when the issue occur soon,then they start regreting things and end up spending more for fixes and rental car.

  • @mosthated8186
    @mosthated8186 6 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I have ran both. Airlift performance coils over bags. AMAZING. If I want to go into a drive way air up. Wanna ride super low air out a little. Wanna shit on people air out completely a sit on the frame. Low maintenance. Worth every penny.

    • @AllaboutTheWoodrows
      @AllaboutTheWoodrows 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      MostHated818 how much was that setup

    • @mosthated8186
      @mosthated8186 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Allabout TheWoodrows $4-5K. I can track it or show it.

    • @AllaboutTheWoodrows
      @AllaboutTheWoodrows 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      MostHated818 how often do the pumps run

    • @M1lan2124
      @M1lan2124 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Im planning on buying it for my 2015 nissan gtr but is airsusp durable and my car is a bit on the heavy side

    • @mosthated8186
      @mosthated8186 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Milan2124 Airlift is for track or street. Airlift is not “air bags”.. It’s more like coils over bags. Best of both worlds. Show it daily it or track it.

  • @KM-px8cs
    @KM-px8cs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I actually love fast talkers.

    • @ironmanmachine
      @ironmanmachine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same, they waste less time!

  • @olirueda6907
    @olirueda6907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i went with coilover when i did a suspension overhaul for my 1976 bmw 02. i had never been one to get really nerdy about fitment and have been more into just driving it, been to very few shows but drove it across the coutbry. i went w static cause it was my understanding that coils typically are more performance oriented and more reliable (theres no tensile polymer membrane that can burst) i LOVE my ground control couls and they are amazing. that being said as inspowly get into this stuff i wonder how the experience might have changed if i was on air

  • @gqfilipino95
    @gqfilipino95 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Old school. My EJ and CL9 on Tein S Tech springs.

  • @nilaht9
    @nilaht9 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That’s why I choice coil overs because I didn’t want to deal with maintenance.

  • @greenmachine6672
    @greenmachine6672 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm trying to learn and mod my car and i would like to put coilovers. Would you please make a comparison video of cheap vs expansive coilovers?

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Great suggestion! I bet we could get a lot of views with something like that!

  • @shuu1931
    @shuu1931 6 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    Air
    Suspension
    System
    🤔
    A.S.S

  • @LowStyleMac
    @LowStyleMac 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Been riding static for a minute and still contemplating if I want air ride or not

  • @TheStowAway594
    @TheStowAway594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I work at an air ride shop, and you would be amazed at the stuff air can do now. It's more reliable, and sophisticated than it used to be. That being said, it is expensive especially for imports, classic cars like impala's, Continental's are cheaper. But if your one of those guys that wants to drive it, and never work on it coilovers are definitely the way to go. Good video

  • @marklukomskiy5657
    @marklukomskiy5657 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Park it how you ride it, that’s my motto

  • @darius2640
    @darius2640 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    static and reasonable height, you can drive everywhere no problem with a bit of caution on bumps and driveways, it handles amazing and you don't have to deal with all the additional weight, complexity, and compressor noise clusterfuck that air brings into your trunk. One occasion where I like to see air are land yacht vip builds, they aren't practical anyway and don't handle either so air could be a cool party trick on those

    • @aminedabnegassi8097
      @aminedabnegassi8097 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So ur saying u rather do air on a ls400 vip build than coilovers

  • @lexmichael2040
    @lexmichael2040 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    coilovers all the way all I want in my car is simple look but absolutely reliable so when it comes to suspension coilovers is my bet.

  • @leslie-tolman
    @leslie-tolman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a Honda with air suspension many years ago and I had a ton of fun with it, could take my car thru places others couldn't and my wheels were secured at night because my body kit would sit completely on the ground, wheels tucked. It was really fun... until it wasn't.
    Custom paintjob basically went to shit due to the ripples down the doorskins, quarterpanels and trunk and numerous parts broke from the crazy amount of flex that system had. It was a 10 switch system; front and rear, side to side, full car and individual wheels all had a pretty decent range of lift and drop, going higher than stock and flush with the ground. I went thru body kits A LOT. The final straw for me was when the rear end dropped on the freeway with my kids in the back seat. Nope. Never again.

    • @leslie-tolman
      @leslie-tolman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jose Adame Hahaha yeah air suspension can be rough, however, when it's set up appropriately and specifically to the vehicle, it's badass and sometimes saves your ass!! I don't know much about Range Rovers and their setups but I'm assuming you're running an aftermarket setup?? Or do those things come stock with an air setup?? My Honda already had the air ride setup on it when I bought it (I was 19 lmao.... bought a project car from a car lot.... never do that!!!) and I loved it, but it wasn't done right so it would slam the body kit on the ground completely~got expensive really quickly!! Mine didn't have limiters tho because they were air shocks only, no bumpstops basically. Depending on your setup etc, you should be able to level those out to be flush.... Lower end setups tend to have issues in this area, same with coilovers. I'd have a professional look at and fix them if it were me. You may need to upgrade your system to a better setup but most of the work is already done at least!! Good luck with it tho. I've got coilovers on my car, however, I'm gonna upgrade to a higher quality setup as soon as possible. Raceland ultimos are chill for the drop but no adjustments & fine tuning options, no camber/caster plates available, troublesome, bouncier than I like and I can't adjust damping/compression/rebound etc.

    • @leslie-tolman
      @leslie-tolman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Jose Adame gotcha. Can I offer you some advice?? It's really nice that you have a dad that will help you out with this type of stuff (do something nice for him man...) but you're gettin ready to take on the world on your own ~when your dad's out there fixing your ride, get out there and learn. Help do the work and take the initiative to have him teach you all basic maintenance skills, plus everything else you can learn. You'll save money by doing your own work (like thousands, no joke) and if something inevitably happens with any one of your future vehicles and your dad can't get to you, you won't be stranded waiting for assistance. Plus you'll have confidence and reward of doing your own work, which is great!! I actually have my 10 year old son doing all my oil changes (since he was 8 years old lol,) rotating my wheels and helping me with anything I'm working on. I want him to be self-sufficient when he's an adult so I'm starting him young.

  • @zakash613
    @zakash613 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So im thinking of running air suspension on my ride and here are the conditions:
    There is really only one track near where I live so that means that I wont get much time on it.
    the roads here are complete ass so It'd be cool to be able to bring my car up after showing it off so that I don't scrape anything
    and finally I think being able to lift and lower when ever you want is pretty cool.

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      All pretty justifiable reasons to get air! LOL for real though based on your explanation air seems practical for you.😬bit.ly/2JYmf62

  • @StereoSoundAgent
    @StereoSoundAgent 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    had Bilstein PSS9 coils on my E36 and loved them, once I move out of Denver will definitely get some K&Ws for the M3

  • @jamdc2000
    @jamdc2000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    coil overs are lighter, weight reduction bro

    • @Dezzylyricz
      @Dezzylyricz 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Lighter then Air...

    • @BICHOLOCO97
      @BICHOLOCO97 5 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@Dezzylyricz than...

    • @Dezzylyricz
      @Dezzylyricz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      DannyBoy94 😂

    • @slammedoncans2
      @slammedoncans2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      jamdc2000 yes because air is so heavy compared to a spring. Lol

    • @royrameijs2865
      @royrameijs2865 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      No tank. No compressor. No airlines. It probably is lighter.

  • @tommyr95
    @tommyr95 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One aspect of air suspension that I don't see discussed is from a handling perspective. Historically convention coils (springs or coilovers) have been the norm for performance applications. What I'm curious about is if air suspensions have evolved to the point where your average enthusiast can have the best of both worlds: super adjustable ride height *AND* a suspension that can handle the demands of a track car. I'm old school and have always associated air with cars that want to look cool, but are mostly cruisers. I love the look, but would never want to sacrifice the handling capabilities of a coilover or regular ol' coil sprung suspension. Do these air suspension companies offer options for those of us who daily drive a low car, but also hit the track on occasional weekends? That's something I'd really be interested in learning more about. Thanks, guys, and keep up the good work on the channel.

    • @carbonr6r410
      @carbonr6r410 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wheel Addiction check out Airlift

  • @nathanvue8477
    @nathanvue8477 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The respec from static guys is 100% more than bagged guys. Thats the main reason.

    • @matthewmccarty8952
      @matthewmccarty8952 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nsthan Vue agreed! Bagged guys all have a attitude like their the greatest thing ever

    • @Kev27RS
      @Kev27RS 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@matthewmccarty8952
      They at least don't fuck up their whole car while driving around...

    • @mazda_miata_
      @mazda_miata_ 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kev27RS cough cough air cups

    • @Jujudez
      @Jujudez 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Kev27RS dont go too low for coilovers? Fcking common sense no shit and itd jst a scrapenit wont fcking kill the car, and air lifts r for looks no fuctions shits trash period

  • @Redbikemaster
    @Redbikemaster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I live with air ride in my semi truck. I will definitely be installing them on my car when I can.

  • @KeeviDaLibra930
    @KeeviDaLibra930 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Always been in love with Coils, bags dont fit my personality honestly lol

  • @elijahhatelt5786
    @elijahhatelt5786 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think air is a good choice for me, because I live in a country/ town area, wheres there are pot holes, dirt road but they're also nice roads

  • @luisvera5873
    @luisvera5873 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Coilovers with air cup kit 👍👍

    • @tonylyons9727
      @tonylyons9727 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Luis Vera what are they like? was told a few days ago it’s like riding a 3 wheel motorcycle 🤔not sure how that can be but saw a video on TH-cam and they looked ok

  • @MattJett
    @MattJett 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want to get some air cups, an air/coilover hybrid for my 370Z. All I want to do is give my car a variable ride height suspension and damper kit. Tie this into an ECU and find a way to adjust steering wheel stiffness to create a "Driving Mode" selector. You know, Track, Sport, Comfort. It would be nice to cruise day to day without feeling like someone karate chopping my neck all the time, yet corner like a boss when I want to get serious.

  • @jsull6712
    @jsull6712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Air bags can be affordable if you know what your doing Specially if you use nonConstant switches A lot of times if the management that doesn’t work that well anyway that’s pricey part I have $1300 into a kit thats been in my car going on 5 years with no problems

  • @zonefour
    @zonefour 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I needed this video. I wanted air suspension on my STI but I think I'll go with coilovers. Don't want the maintenance issues.

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice dude I don't blame ya I hate having to worry like that! Does your car have wheels or anything aftermarket to it done? If so you should upload your STI to our gallery man we would love to see it! 🤟 bit.ly/2Ma4oca

  • @2mjz84
    @2mjz84 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What if you do both?

  • @vally6853
    @vally6853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Static because, I personally don’t like the tucked lip to fender look anyways.
    I like slight poke with tire to fender.

  • @ThunderLunatik
    @ThunderLunatik 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    you can easilly upgrade your air suspension by putting coilovers

    • @paul1s1
      @paul1s1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      AkumaYuki lmao

  • @MaloMagic
    @MaloMagic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Air ride started as just for looks but now can do what coil overs do and with better ride comfort can control rebound and compression too

  • @sanders7860
    @sanders7860 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What do supercars have then because some can lift to clear speed bumps and driveways

  • @SushikiIIer
    @SushikiIIer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Basically one approach requires you too manually change the spring end stop location but this leaves ride height and spring rebound independent of one another. While the the second approach offers you automatic height adjustment but will cause an increase in spring rebound when raising ride height and vice versa. Beyond spring rebound and manual vs automatic ride height adjustment there is little too no difference in the two approaches as either air bag or metallic springs can be mounted to pretty much any strut you may want (ie. dampening adjustment). So the general view that show cars benefit from bags and track cars benefit from coils is objectively pretty accurate.

    • @SushikiIIer
      @SushikiIIer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Didnt think about this till I had wrote the comment but on a hypothetical basis if one could produce air springs that only changed pressure independent of height and magnetic dampers you could make an extremely effective active suspension system that could dynamically respond too both road and driving conditions

  • @ludicrousfilms635
    @ludicrousfilms635 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Do a video about jnc wheels

  • @fitelite2405
    @fitelite2405 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys should really talk about the inbetween. Bag over coils air suspension. Using an air management system. And using universal air bags. And coilovers as a strut. Yes this goes against your sales pitch. But it by far the most probable way to go for someone who wants a it on air budget.
    Anyone that's interested in this look at blaine nojiri's videos on his Z's set up. Very informative. That's the super cheap way. If on a budget I would get the universal bags, ebay coils. And the 3H system. Hook it up and boom. Your good to go.
    Im trying to go silvers or zeal coils 9k front 7k rear, UAS bags, and a 3H management with an endo CVT.
    So if I ever want to hard drift. I can switch out the air bags for the springs. Disconnect the air wiring for the management. And go at it. And switch back when/if I want. Literally the best of both worlds.

  • @youruberedfree4383
    @youruberedfree4383 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I live in NYC and there’s a lot of speed bumps and potholes. Like I’m on the bus and in the time it took me to type this out we hit like 7 potholes already..... make that 8. So what do you recommend? Bags or Anything else

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah definitely a set of good coils is needed at that point! How is the bus in NYC is it pretty wild lol?

    • @youruberedfree4383
      @youruberedfree4383 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fitment Industries bus drivers drive like if they don’t care about your life one bit 😂😂 so yeah I’m excited to get my first car

    • @youruberedfree4383
      @youruberedfree4383 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fitment Industries just trying to get a good idea of what i want to do to my car before i get my car.... if that makes sense lol

  • @raydior9178
    @raydior9178 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Going with the air suspension for my G37xs🔥🤟🏾💫

  • @hoboemojo
    @hoboemojo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Why do lowering springs over coilovers? Or vice versa?

    • @BAD_GRIM
      @BAD_GRIM 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hoboe Mojo coilovers are just better period it’s new suspension components also u can lower it more than springs .... springs are if u just want your car to look nice with your wheel to fender ratio

  • @RB-sb9nj
    @RB-sb9nj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Coil and air is like build for track or show. One is better for one thing and other for other stuff. You put what you need.

  • @naegleriafowleri76
    @naegleriafowleri76 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Installing a fully-adjustable coilover on a car without properly setting it up is posing. It may look nice in your sigline, but you're actually hurting the car's handling. With an adjustable damper and adjustable perch heights you have just introduced new variables into the system of which you may have no understanding. If you don't understand them you are bound to under utilize them or worse: screw it up and actually take a step back in performance. "Aftermarket" does not mean "better", although you'd never know it from the signature envy on forums. Too many people purchase dampers without knowing WHY they want new ones in the first place. If you don't truly understand how the properties of a damper impact handling, how do you suppose you're going to adjust it properly? IMO you can't use it properly, but the kids at the local drive in will automatically think it's cooler and when you get down to it that is what most people are buying: coolness factor. Coilovers get really old in a daily driven car. They, are not meant for a daily driver, or even a casual enthusiast. They are for the track, and are adjustable for a reason.

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I mean coilovers can still be nice for everyday driving. Sometimes stock suspension gets old and worn out over time plus weather effects these things.

  • @AndroidBlueZ
    @AndroidBlueZ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was waiting for someone to make a video about this.

  • @cannabis_culture518
    @cannabis_culture518 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I run K w in my mk4 R32 An it handles like no other , been on bagged cars an just don’t appreciate the ride

  • @tangoxrayniner5659
    @tangoxrayniner5659 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah just going to go coilover. Great video!

  • @efrain_was_here
    @efrain_was_here 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You should make the wheels on the wall spin like if they were spinners

    • @efrain_was_here
      @efrain_was_here 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like to see rims moving fast cuz its the only time you get to see them in action and how they look when they spend

  • @avikashramdath6163
    @avikashramdath6163 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The road is too bad in my country to drive low on the ground. So bags are the best down here. Low when in the show and high when on the go

  • @Mitz500
    @Mitz500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    me: *drives a muddy jy with leaf springs* "hmmm, what to choose, what to choose?"

  • @PACKERMAN2077
    @PACKERMAN2077 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've *_ALWAYS_* wanted air.
    Especially hard dump jumpers so I can hop on gas.
    Yes they're not as powerful as Hydraulics but it's just so cool being different and still hopping, on bags more powerful than everybody else's.

  • @georgemccracon3834
    @georgemccracon3834 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi there how can i get air suspension system for honda accord 1998

  • @avrajsamra4548
    @avrajsamra4548 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The solution of going over speeds bumps and pulling into places is going in at a angle so if you have a static setup that is the solution

    • @blkeclipsel2400
      @blkeclipsel2400 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did that for nearly 4 years when I was a kid and while you can get used to it..it quickly gets old once you buy a brand new sports car and drive it.
      You're also forgetting about being limited on where you can drive your car . Depending on the roads you can completely tear up the bottom end of your car if you're not observing the road for minor dips.
      The way I see it..anyone who has a car strictly for track use has all the reason in the world to lobby for static. However those who hate on bags and ride coilovers on daily drivers are just unable or unwilling to spend the extra money on something more practical for daily use.
      Why drive that way and subject yourself to an uncomfortable bumpy ride ? Why limit yourself to one height vs 4 at a push of a button ? It has to be to save money.

    • @avrajsamra4548
      @avrajsamra4548 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blkeclipsel2400 of course its to save money but I also like the way static rides. And yeah you gotta pay extra attention. Ive never had an issue messing up my car, you just have to pay attention and be careful

  • @Opethfan79
    @Opethfan79 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The two 86's hurt my brain. No matter what you run for suspension please don't run camber like that. Ruin your wheels and takes away performance. I simply can't understand why people do that to their cars.

  • @hunterroberts6123
    @hunterroberts6123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I want to buy a Brz and wanted to know if I should save up for the coil overs first or tires and wheels when starting from a stock set up.

  • @Power_Tech_TV
    @Power_Tech_TV 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, I was acutally looking at this very thing for the G8.

  • @LDMco
    @LDMco 6 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    now here me out: a bagged subaru outback wagon...

    • @alexismendoza1545
      @alexismendoza1545 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Liam McKeever on fifteen52s

    • @alexismendoza1545
      @alexismendoza1545 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Liam McKeever and tucked fitment

    • @LDMco
      @LDMco 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@alexismendoza1545 thing would be nasty, especially with hella tint

    • @alecfleming373
      @alecfleming373 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      What year? I'd be hella feeling it for the Forrest green 1992...

    • @LDMco
      @LDMco 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alecfleming373 that'd be sick, maybe even like 2000

  • @splitassassin78
    @splitassassin78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well I like air but coil overs are good too but I went with coil overs because I like riding low low 1.1/2 off the ground I can’t do anything like that on bags

  • @cesaralvarez3298
    @cesaralvarez3298 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Seems like the ones always talking crap is the static hype boyz. Deep down they want to be on air.

  • @blkscatgod4002
    @blkscatgod4002 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Coilover over bags I live in a cold state the lines will freeze which stops you from airing up

  • @philspaghet
    @philspaghet 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You forgot to mention that if you're taking your car for more of a performance setup, then coilovers will be MUCH better for that setup.

  • @alecfleming373
    @alecfleming373 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a McPherson type suspension meaning that an inch and a half is the lowest max for a great handling car due to its former design. This is my reasoning for this option. Personally would bag my wifes 2016 Corolla over my 1989 VW Fox. All about how it works.

  • @swisscourthustle
    @swisscourthustle 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Air compressors and tanks belong on 4x4’s/overlanding rigs, not in performance cars.
    Cars that serve no purpose other than to ‘look cool’ (being a completely subjective interpretation) are a waste.

    • @pablotharpalo5685
      @pablotharpalo5685 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      IDK dude. Mustang vert on bags gets Cougars like no other and a S/C coyote can scoot-scoot when you need to Haha

  • @joblessalex
    @joblessalex 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about for offroad? Can you use air suspension to sightly lift a car and then lower it to stock or slightly lowered ride height? Looking to use it for when you get stuck you just lift it a bit and bam. No longer high centered.

  • @darianistead2239
    @darianistead2239 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I guess it's each man to there own but I'd much rather prefer to adjust my style to function then adjust function for style.

  • @rubenfederico1709
    @rubenfederico1709 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Air cups are a good option best of both worlds I would choose cup over bags in heartbeat my main reason for going statics is I do not want to be stranded I have seen it when an air line goes out or a bag and your air out and can't drive plus it takes balls to drive a static car

  • @benmsaba
    @benmsaba 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Airbags anytime to avoid defects from the cops🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @dayman888
    @dayman888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am looking at a 2008 lincoln navigator and I want to tow with it. Air suspension is stock and they are know to fail, I would also like to take it on some mild off roading. Would a coil be better for me? Would switching them out also affect the towing capacity as well?

    • @FitmentIndustries
      @FitmentIndustries  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I believe the guys over at www.customoffsets.com can help you find exactly what you need for your Navigator!

  • @isaacmontes8316
    @isaacmontes8316 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    4:02 anyone know the drivers info ?

  • @michaelmathis1961
    @michaelmathis1961 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video but I was looking for the applications for 4x4 builds!

  • @JustJah84
    @JustJah84 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Finally you touched on this! I almost unsubscribed.

  • @Ultrajamz
    @Ultrajamz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Considering air because i want a soft boat ride for around town with potholes but sport mode for other times...

  • @SonnyAFK
    @SonnyAFK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Plain and simple:
    If you want to handle your car - coilovers
    If you want to wait for a trailer because your bags blew - air suspension

  • @justin-zp1vp
    @justin-zp1vp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For a guy that had both coilovers are far better for one on my bag setup feels like it dosen't have any suspension at lower pressures and higher pressures my new weals are now destroyed because the air suspension was not springing it works on small bumps around 1 inch bumps then it dosen't I tried everything to make them work but in the end and $5000 later I just went with coilovers with the bags lifters now its soft and it can be lifted and lowered wherever and the small helper cups also act like a helper spring on a coilover the mane reson bags are not smoth on cars is simple there is not enough air volume to be used as a good enough spring its eather to much or to little air to much to stiff to little you bottom out and right in the middle you get the performance of a race suspension system but no comfort at all if you have low profile tires get ready to spend thousands on rim's and tires constantly how my system worked was the tier was the suspension and the bag just dampened the blow then why do I have shocks for it just was a unpleasant experience eather stay stock or go coilovers unless you want a car that is extremly hard over the smallest bumps making you jump out of your seet from a small pot hole that regular suspension would have absorbed 85% of I prefer stock suspension on my car its already extremly good but I do like adjustable shocks and the customizability of coilovers and the ride quality isn't that bad

  • @trixx6721
    @trixx6721 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    who else jus here watching them rims behind