Installed AirLift bags

[Jetski999]

Pretty bad squatting problem with just a few added weight (under 400lbs).
And I don't think my self-leveling shocks are working correctly because I was blinding oncoming traffic with my headlights on our way home at night.
They kept on flashing us.
Ordered a set of airlifts to see if it helps.

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Late to this discussion as it took me a while to want to consider air bags. Having same thoughts as @2020Telly about interfering with the Mandos mode of function and perhaps having unintended consequences. I have a tow package that squats without any load. Haven't yet loaded the vehicle directly or with a trailer to see if everything is working "as advertised." Considering bags as a temp cosmetic improvement of ride height until I get enough data to decide on a swap out of springs/shocks etc. with current OE or wait for aftermarket options show up. Want to do a small lift (such as the Truxx 2") but holding off for now until I decide what to do with the rear suspension. Maybe the updated Truxx kit solves the squat issue adequately across the board. Waiting for more feedback.

@twincam23 ...did you install those Air lifts? How are they doing with the Mandos?

Anyone else with Mandos try some air bags?

 

[twincam23]

Late to this discussion as it took me a while to want to consider air bags. Having same thoughts as @2020Telly about interfering with the Mandos mode of function and perhaps having unintended consequences. I have a tow package that squats without any load. Haven't yet loaded the vehicle directly or with a trailer to see if everything is working "as advertised." Considering bags as a temp cosmetic improvement of ride height until I get enough data to decide on a swap out of springs/shocks etc. with current OE or wait for aftermarket options show up. Want to do a small lift (such as the Truxx 2") but holding off for now until I decide what to do with the rear suspension. Maybe the updated Truxx kit solves the squat issue adequately across the board. Waiting for more feedback.

@twincam23 ...did you install those Air lifts? How are they doing with the Mandos?

Anyone else with Mandos try some air bags?

I did install the air lift and they do help with the sag. but if youre sagging now without a load, I'd have the dealer look into why before you make any modifications. Ours dont sag without any load.

 

[Jetski999]

I did install the air lift and they do help with the sag. but if youre sagging now without a load, I'd have the dealer look into why before you make any modifications. Ours dont sag without any load.

Thanks for the reply. The sag is what seems to be described as inherent with the self-leveling shocks when a vehicle is parked. If parked slightly downhill, often hard to even see it. In general, just enough to not look right. Of course the Telly (with tow pkg) inside the dealership when I was placing my order didn't sag. So no clue this was a thing with these shocks. Dealer is clueless as to why some sag and some don't. "Within normal tolerances" on the ride height. Not much help.

Any changes in ride quality or handling after airbag install? Just want to know if the self-leveling shocks seem to function fine with the airbags...

 

[twincam23]

Thanks for the reply. The sag is what seems to be described as inherent with the self-leveling shocks when a vehicle is parked. If parked slightly downhill, often hard to even see it. In general, just enough to not look right. Of course the Telly (with tow pkg) inside the dealership when I was placing my order didn't sag. So no clue this was a thing with these shocks. Dealer is clueless as to why some sag and some don't. "Within normal tolerances" on the ride height. Not much help.

Any changes in ride quality or handling after airbag install? Just want to know if the self-leveling shocks seem to function fine with the airbags...

our butt meters didnt feel any difference. we've loaded this thing with camping/snow gear a bunch of times last year and no complains from the passengers.

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[Jetski999]

our butt meters didnt feel any difference. we've loaded this thing with camping/snow gear a bunch of times last year and no complains from the passengers.

Excellent, thanks!

 

[eebling]

Late to this thread, but after hearing the recommendations about the airlift 1000 kits, I talked to etrailer and they recommended this part number: 60860 , it is specific to the Telluride.

 

[Chas22]

I had some Air Lifts like that on a Honda Pilot and really liked them. Easy to adjust air pressure for my needs just like putting air in a tire. Never had a problem

 

[SuperTone24]

Where does the valve go when not in use?

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[2020Telly]

Where does the valve go when not in use?

I put my fill valve right next to the 4-pin connector.

Towing package

The dealer is telling me they can add the towing package with the self leveling suspension. I thought that was factory only. Can someone verify?

tellurideforum.org

Someone else tucked it far back on the silver part of the bumper.

Installed AirLift bags

I ran mine with the tubing down and just poked a little hole through the rubber piece sitting at the bottom of the coil for it to go through. I believe you can see the OP ran them the same way. squeezing the bags isn’t too hard if you follow the installation recommendations. Very good -...

tellurideforum.org

 

[SuperTone24]

O So I bought the airlift 60860 kit made for the telluride. Just want to make sure the spring are correct. They look kind of small although I haven’t gone under the car yet. If anyone also has it and confirm please chime in.

Edit:never mind the part number match so it’s correct. Ill
Leave this up for those that want to see pics of the springs in hand.

 

[2020Telly]

O So I bought the airlift 60860 kit made for the telluride. Just want to make sure the spring are correct. They look kind of small although I haven’t gone under the car yet. If anyone also has it and confirm please chime in.

Edit:never mind the part number match so it’s correct. Ill
Leave this up for those that want to see pics of the springs in hand.
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You’re good. I noticed the same thing. Once they go in they will fit more. Remember they are meant to help under load on the spring. Just be sure to cut the hole underneath so the valve clears well if the bag moves around a little.

 

[rcoplien]

The air lift site say's the Telluride should be using a 60860 bags not 60904's

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[2020Telly]

The air lift site say's the Telluride should be using a 60860 bags not 60904's

Both kits will work. The important thing is the bag part number that comes in the kit. The part number for the bag in the Telluride specific kit 60860 is #46136. If you look at the instructions for the Universal Fit kit #60904, it comes with the same bag #46136. I think the kit for the Telluride has specific installation instructions for a Kia/Hyundai SUV. The Universal kit might have a few extra parts like heat shields. But if you got the universal kit 60904 and downloaded the instructions for the 60860 you would be doing the same thing.

Manual for 60904 see page 3

https://www.airliftcompany.com/content/manuals/MN-1002.pdf

Manual for 60860 see page 2

https://www.airliftcompany.com/content/manuals/MN-1155.pdf

 

[rcoplien]

Thanks

 

[squeegeeslinger]

I know I'm reviving an old thread, but I figured it's better to have more info in one place than to have multiple threads regarding the same topic. I installed the Air Lift 1000 #60860 on my wife's 22 SX AWD this morning before our 9hr road trip Sunday. We purposely did not order the tow package as I had read too much negativity regarding the self leveling shocks across all platforms that use them to wish to deal with $500+ per shock failures. (I'm just about to ditch my magneride shocks and struts on my truck due to the same sort of issue.) I've used the Air Lift bags before on a 2011 Honda Pilot and they were great. I installed them as instructed, and mounted the Schrader valves next to the fuel fill cap behind the fuel door. I learned of this spot when I installed them on the Pilot years ago. The only additional step required to do this was to remove the wheel well liner on the drivers side. There were 3 philips head screws, I believe 5 trim pop rivets, and 2 nuts. The nuts were easily removed by hand. Below are pictures of the location with the holes drilled and valves installed. I like this location as it's quick to check the air levels when getting fuel and easy access to add air when necessary. I keep them split to easily diagnose a leak issue if it arises.

Holes drilled


Holes drilled from inside wheel well


Shrader valves installed



Shrader valves installed from wheel well



Driver's side at full droop



Passenger's side at full droop

 

[2020Telly]

I know I'm reviving an old thread, but I figured it's better to have more info in one place than to have multiple threads regarding the same topic. I installed the Air Lift 1000 #60860 on my wife's 22 SX AWD this morning before our 9hr road trip Sunday. We purposely did not order the tow package as I had read too much negativity regarding the self leveling shocks across all platforms that use them to wish to deal with $500+ per shock failures. (I'm just about to ditch my magneride shocks and struts on my truck due to the same sort of issue.) I've used the Air Lift bags before on a 2011 Honda Pilot and they were great. I installed them as instructed, and mounted the Schrader valves next to the fuel fill cap behind the fuel door. I learned of this spot when I installed them on the Pilot years ago. The only additional step required to do this was to remove the wheel well liner on the drivers side. There were 3 philips head screws, I believe 5 trim pop rivets, and 2 nuts. The nuts were easily removed by hand. Below are pictures of the location with the holes drilled and valves installed. I like this location as it's quick to check the air levels when getting fuel and easy access to add air when necessary. I keep them split to easily diagnose a leak issue if it arises.

Very nicely done! I chose to do the single schrader valve with the y connector so the air would balance out and I have one input/output. But I like your L or R option and hiding it behind the fuel filler door is very clean.

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[PittPa]

Waiting to hear how the driving experience goes!

 

[Bohen]

Do you manually add air or run a on board compressor?

 

[2020Telly]

Do you manually add air or run a on board compressor?

I have a cheap 12v air compressor I use to add manually. But here’s the optional air compressor (WirelessONE) from AirLift:

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Installed AirLift bags

 

[zachr4x4]

So far loving it. I keep a min of 5lbs in the bags without any load and daily driving. I keep the 5th wheel as my spare under the car instead of the donut. Even with that, I get some sag. With the bags, I don’t get the sag anymore from that spare. The rear is stiffer but it’s perfect. I don’t get the sway or roll anymore from the Truxx lift kit. I’m going to try and load it up this weekend, but it being hot on AZ I don’t want to spend too much time outside haha.

The airlines are running from the top instead of the bottom. The wireless compressor is between the frame and spare.

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Alonzo_Tigerhart - Do you have anymore pictures of the compressor setup? I am curious how you did it.. Feel free DM.​