2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Kelderman Air Ride Susp???

[BradyJ]

Anybody have any info on the Kelderman Air Ride Suspension?... It basically replaces the leaf/coil set with a 4 link full-on air suspension. Ride height is adjustable for leveling. They claim weight capacity for the unit is around 10K... Bound to be pricey... they list install time at 20 hours... .

 

[RHARVEY]

A friend of mine here at work is getting ready to install his on a F550. . He said that its not going to be a big deal and it looks like a good system. .



Rick

 

[BradyJ]

Iz'zat the full-on all 'round 4-link deal or the rear shackle modification?



The rear shackle deal doesn't look to be too complicated. It doesn't alter the load capacity at all, but is s'posed to REALLY smooth out the ride. The 4-link, though, looks like a real pain in the keester... BIG points for COOL factor though...

 

[RHARVEY]

I do believe its the rear shackle system...



Rick

 

[CJBoggs]

I called them...

I called Kelderman up and got the info on the different types of suspension systems they sell. My info did not give a price for the 4 link suspension for the Dodge, although it was listed for Ford and is shown on their website. The 4 link is very nice but I think I like the dual stage (air and leaf spring) setup better. If pricing is consistent between Ford and Dodge, it is about 1/3 the price also (give or take) and they only list a 6 hour requirement for install. The dual stage system is definitely on my to do list.



They also sent a video that demonstrated several different systems that they manufacture and specifically had under vehicle camera shots of all systems. This was pretty dramatic footage and helped convince me. They claim to add about 2 to 3 inches of "air" suspension in addition to the standard spring travel. The video shows the airbags taking a beating but the camera itself (mounted on the frame) is quite steady and smooth.



Hope this helps.



Chris Boggs