Air suspension for ford trucks. Installation of air suspension on minibuses

Our online store is pleased to offer you a set of auxiliary air suspension for Ford Transit for self installation on the most favorable terms!

This equipment is the easiest and most convenient way to increase the carrying capacity, handling, comfort of your car, as well as significantly reduce the wear of the standard suspension elements!

The kit contains all the necessary elements and fasteners. Does not require the use of special tools during installation.

When installing our air suspension kit changes are not made to the main components of the car, which means it does not require registration in Traffic police and does not entail problems with technical inspection.

You can install this auxiliary air suspension kit on Ford Transit at:

Moscow, st. Aviamotornaya, 44

By installing an auxiliary pneumatic system for enhancing the leaf spring suspension, you get:

• Increased payload without damaging the vehicle

Air bags allow the suspension to handle loads up to 4 tons!

• Reduced wear on springs

Standard springs are unloaded and work in "greenhouse" conditions.

• Possibility of installation on "tired" springs

Install the air bags on the springs that need to be replaced and they will last a long time.

• Correct body position for any load

The body is always horizontal, and this is the correct operation of the head light and a decrease in the braking distance.

• Reducing vehicle roll

Air springs keep the car from rolling in corners and level it out in case of uneven loading.

• Increased comfort

An overall increase in comfort and good handling of road irregularities.

• Increase the profitability of your fleet

Air suspension is the ability to carry 2-3 times more cargo in one flight.

You also save on replacement springs and overload penalties.

• Fast payback of the air suspension kit

Air suspension pays off in 1-2 trips.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Question: Does your air suspension kit include a compressor (control system)?

Answer: No, not included. But we offer to purchase it separately, with a choice of components just for your needs. Firstly, this reduces the cost of the kit, because many do not need a control system, and secondly, you get a product that meets exactly your needs, and not some kind of universal, average set.

Question: How much load can I carry after installing the air suspension?

Answer: Now it depends only on you, our air bags have huge margin of safety... But we kindly ask you to think about other elements of the car that you did not strengthen, now it is they who are under threat. Use your vehicle wisely.

Question: How long is the service life of your air suspension?

Answer: At correct installation and use in accordance with our recommendations air suspension service life practically unlimited... Of course, we do not take into account external damage to the pneumatic element.

Question: The springs need to be replaced, do they need to be changed to install the air suspension?

Answer: Our air suspension kit can be installed and on "tired" springs, replacement is not required. If the springs are broken, then they still have to be changed.

Question: Why so expensive?

Answer: Expensive only at first glance. The kits are created using a large number of imported components, which affects the price. But the price of the kit is comparable to the price of replacing the springs with new ones, and the pillows will last much longer. If you consider the savings on the replacement of springs, as well as additional profit from increasing the carrying capacity of your transport, you will understand that it is not at all expensive and will pay off very fast.

Question: Should I choose a single-circuit or double-circuit system?

Answer: If you use the basic kit without a control system, if you do not overload the car to one side, then you will be enough one circuit(pillows are connected in one line). For greater stability of the vehicle (for example, with a high body / booth height), we recommend installing dual-circuit control system.

Air suspension for minibuses

One of the directions of our work is the installation of air suspensions on minibuses. We offer the following services:

• Air suspension for commercial vehicles
• Air suspension Ford Transit
• Air suspension Mercedes Sprinter
• Air suspension Peugeot Boxer
• Iveco Pneumatic Suspension
• Air suspension Citroen Jumper
• Air suspension Crafter

As you know, the standard type of suspension that is installed on most serial vans is leaf spring suspension. It has certain drawbacks, which are also manifested when organizing passenger transportation, and in the implementation of transportation of various categories of goods. And the main environment of these shortcomings is the uneven distribution of the load. And also the lack of compensation for the weight of the car and adaptation to it. As a result, the suspension while driving can feel too stiff or, conversely, too soft.

The installation of air suspension will allow you to avoid these disadvantages. Our company provides a similar service to its clients. You can contact us regarding the installation of air suspension for Mercedes Sprinter, Ford, Peugeot and other popular brands of minibuses.

What does the installation of air suspension on minibuses give?

First of all, it is advisable to install air suspension on minibuses that are used as passenger transport... After all, one of the conditions quality service in this area is the provision of comfort for passengers. Installation of air suspension on Ford or other popular brands of minibuses allows you to achieve the maximum smoothness of the vehicle. And also to avoid sharp inclinations of the minibus when changing the direction of travel. Passengers will feel the convenience at stops too vehicle- the presence of air suspension allows you to avoid the so-called "pecks". The floor in such a car will be at a constant height. And even driving on uneven roads will not be associated with discomfort for passengers.

Do not assume that the installation of air suspension is in demand only when converting passenger cars. This service is also in demand among car owners used for other purposes. And this is not surprising, because the Peugeot air suspension, for example, or installed on a Mercedes, can have a positive effect on various aspects of car operation. In particular, one of the consequences of its installation is a change in ground clearance. As well as leveling the vehicle in case the load is uneven. In the presence of air suspension, the load on the shock absorbers is reduced. The car becomes more stable, its sensitivity to strong crosswinds decreases.

Many people who are planning to install a Citroen, Ford or Peugeot air suspension are interested in the cost of such work. In our company, such services are very reasonable prices... Using them, you will be able to recoup the installation of the air suspension after about 20,000 kilometers.

Secondary air suspension for commercial vehicles.

Advantages:

Increase in carrying capacity;
- reduction of side rolls and swaying in turns and with uneven loading of the vehicle;
- reduction of longitudinal swaying during acceleration / deceleration and driving over obstacles;
- increase in the service life of the standard suspension elements;
- improvement of vehicle handling and stability;
- damping of body vibrations on worn-out roads.

Components of the air suspension:

1. Air springs with mounting kit. The mounting kit is designed individually for each vehicle model, taking into account the design features of the standard suspension.
2. High-performance oil compressor for outdoor use, designed to maintain pressure in the system up to 12 atm.
3. Steel receiver with a volume of 6 liters for maintaining the pressure in the air springs, excluding frequent switching on of the compressor.
4. Control system. There is a choice of automatic or semi-automatic air suspension control system.

About the manufacturer:

The manufacturer of air springs, fasteners, compressors and pneumatic lines is the world famous German concern established as a manufacturer automotive products of the highest quality. Fittings, valves and other elements are supplied by the renowned manufacturer of products for pneumatic systems - “Camozzi”.

Additional Information:

The installation of an auxiliary air suspension does not require approval and registration of changes in the vehicle design in the relevant authorities, since the standard suspension and the vehicle design as a whole do not undergo any changes.
- The auxiliary air suspension is intended only for vehicles equipped with the ABS system.

Many people choose it as an alternative to the Sprinter. At the cost of "Transit" is less, and the characteristics of carrying capacity and comfort are at the same level. Exist different modifications these trucks - from minibuses to 20 cc vans and refrigerators. Usually on rear axle"Transits" are placed springs or springs. But many owners are replacing this one. What does it give? Consider in our today's article.

Characteristic

Pneumatic is a type of suspension with which adjustment is possible ground clearance... This system is widely used in commercial vehicles. Manufacturers are gradually moving away from archaic multi-leaf springs in favor of air springs.

Now all semi-trailers and heavy vehicles... As for small commercial vehicles (up to three tons and below), air suspension is less common here. This is due to the strong rise in the cost of the car - the system is much more complicated than coil springs and springs. How the air suspension works is described below.

About construction

This system consists of several elements:

• Air cylinders. They act on the principle of springs and springs - they hold the weight of the car and partially dampen vibrations. You can see below what the pneumatic cylinders look like on "Transit". They are made from a thick piece of rubber. Inside is filled with air under high pressure... Due to its elastic design, the pillow can change shape, thereby adjusting the clearance.

• Compressor. Serves for pumping air into the receiver. The latter has a volume of 3 to 10 liters. When using a Ford Transit, it is recommended to use a 10-liter receiver. Usually it is located in the back or in the cockpit. Note that the budget air suspension installed on the Ford Transit may not include these elements (receivers). As for the compressor, it is the main component of the system. Suspension operation is simply impossible without it. The unit operates from a 12 volt network and automatically shuts off when a certain pressure is reached.
• Airways. Through them, air moves under pressure from the compressor to the actuators.
• Electronic sensors. Tracks the position and tilt of the car body in real time. Thus, the cylinders can be pumped up at a certain moment, making the car more stable on the road. These sensors interact with the control unit. But such electronics are rarely installed on commercial vehicles. More often business and premium cars.

Why is the receiver relevant?

Choosing a complete set of air suspension for Ford Transit, you should not save on this element. The device allows you to store air under pressure for a long time. If it is necessary to raise the car, the air from the receiver quickly (within 4-5 seconds) replenishes the air spring chamber. The latter becomes more solid, and the clearance increases. In the absence of a receiver, air will be pumped directly into the pillows. But it is very long and harmful for the compressor. With frequent use, it can simply burn out.

Advantages

How does a Ford Transit air suspension behave? Owner reviews claim that the installation of pillows allows you to eliminate the consequences of overloading the car. These are side rolls, breakage of springs and suspension breakdowns. As for the last factor, the balloon acts as a buffer, preventing the frame from contacting the main leaf of the spring.

What else do the reviews say about the "Ford Transit" air suspension? Also, the car becomes more comfortable. The pillow smoothly dampens vibrations and shocks when hitting bumps. For this reason, air suspension is often installed on a Ford Transit minibus.

Still, the main factor that pushes owners to install air suspension in Ford Transit is an increase in carrying capacity. And the cylinders, according to reviews, cope with this task "perfectly". The load on the standard springs is minimal, and the ground clearance remains the same.

Flaws

Why isn't the air suspension on the Ford Transit and other modifications supplied from the factory? One of negative factors- low maintainability. In the event of a cylinder breakdown (and this is a depressurization), it must be changed entirely. The compressor is also difficult to repair. And the system itself is not cheap. How much will it cost to install an air suspension on a Ford Transit? The price of the most budgetary option starts from 20 thousand rubles. The complete kit can be installed for 100 thousand.

Which one to choose?

For small commercial vehicles, air suspension is often chosen only on the rear axle.

As for the type, it is better to install a single loop system. You can put a double-circuit, but it makes no sense - the reviews say.

Installation

How do you install the air suspension on a Ford Transit with your own hands? Note that installation does not require a complete rework of the chassis. Let's consider the most popular option - the installation of a single-circuit air suspension on the "Ford Transit" (the price of a set - from 15 thousand rubles) on the rear axle. First, the brackets for the pillows are installed. The upper one is attached to the frame, the lower one - to the leaf of the spring.

During the work, it is necessary to make holes for the bolted connections of the brackets. Further, pneumatic cylinders are installed here. Hoses are connected to them. It is better to install a compressor with a receiver in the passenger compartment. IN engine compartment space is limited, and in the back (if it is a booth) it can be damaged. We connect to the unit solenoid valves and display the control panel on the front panel. This completes the installation of air suspension in Ford Transit. The pipes should be routed along the inside of the frame, fastening them to the clamps.

We extend the resource

In order for the cylinders to serve for a long time (and this is half the cost of the entire system set), you need to know some rules for caring for them. The rubber coating of the pillows is very afraid of road reagents and dirt. Even small particles can act as an abrasive at the joints of the air bellows parts. In order for the pillows to serve for a long time and not to be lowered, they should be periodically cleaned of dirt. And in the winter - treat with silicone.

With a decrease in temperature, the rubber becomes hard and even in the absence of dirt begins to "eat" itself. Silicone will create a kind of layer that will provide free movement of the air bag components.

Conclusion

So, we found out what air suspension is, how and why it is installed on a Ford Transit. Judging by the reviews, many are satisfied with this choice. Air suspension improves vehicle stability on the road and increases carrying capacity, which is especially important in commercial activities.