Rite-Ride 0830 - Manual (Page 4)

Figure “E”
UPPER
BRACKET
FRAME RAIL
AIR
SPRING
SHOCK
BRACKET
BRACE
LOWER
BRACKET
AXLE
DRIVER'S SIDE
FRONT
Figure “D”
AIR HOSE
INFLATION
VALVES
BUMPER
AIR
SPRINGS
AIR LINE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
INFLATION VALVE
FLAT WASHER
HEX NUT
VALVE CAP
BODY OF
VEHICLE
Figure “F”
NOTE:
MIN PRESSURE 5 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI
Select a location on the vehicle for the air inflation valves. The loca-
tion can be on the bumper or the body of the vehicle, as long as it is
in a protected location so the valve will not be damaged, but maintain
accessibility for the air chuck see Figure “E”. Drill a 5/16” hole and
install the air inflation valve using two 5/16” flat washers per valve as
supports see Figure “F”. Run the tubing from the air spring to the
inflation valve, routing it to avoid direct heat from the exhaust pipe and
away from sharp edges. Thermal sleeves have been provided for these
conditions. If a thermal sleeve is required, slide the sleeve over the air
line tubing to the location requiring protection. The air line tubing should
not be bent or curved sharply as it may buckle. Secure the tubing in
place with the nylon ties provided. Push the end of the air line tubing
into the inflation valve as illustrated see Figure “F”.
STEP 5—INSTALL THE PASSENGER’S SIDE ASSEMBLY
Follow steps 1-4 for assembly and installation of the passenger’s side
assembly. NOTE: The use of a heat shield is required on the pas-
senger’s side of the vehicle. The heat shield will mount between the
upper bracket and the air helper spring see Figure “G”. Position the
shield between the nearest point of the exhaust pipe to the rubber air
spring. Ensure that the heat shield will not interfere with the normal
operation of the air spring or the vehicle’s suspension. Do not position
the face of the shield directly over the axle, as it may contact the axle
on full suspension compression.
STEP 6— CHECK THE AIR SYSTEM
Once the inflation valves are installed inflate the air helper springs to
70 psi. and check the fittings for air leaks with an applied solution of
soap and water. If a leak is detected at a tubing connection, check
to make sure that the tube is cut as square as possible and that it is
pushed completely into the fitting. The tubing can easily be removed
from the fitting by first releasing the pressure from the air spring, then
by pushing the collar towards the body of the fitting and then pulling
out the tube. If a leak is detected where the air fitting screws into the
spring, release the air pressure, then remove the tubing as described
above, then screw the brass fitting into the air spring one additional turn
or until the leak stops. Reinstall the tubing and reinflate the air springs
and check for leaks as noted above.
This now completes the installation. Re-attach the negative battery
cable and remove the wheel chocks from the wheels. Before proceed-
ing, check once again to be sure you have proper clearance around
the air springs. With a load on your vehicle and the air helper springs
inflated, you must have at least 1/2" clearance around the air springs.
As a general rule, the air helper springs will support approximately 50
lbs. of load for each psi. of inflation pressure (per pair). For example,
50 psi. of inflation pressure will support a load of 2500 lbs. per pair of
air helper springs. FOR BEST RIDE use only enough air pressure in the
air helper springs to level the vehicle when viewed from the side (front
to rear). This amount will vary depending on the load, location of load,
condition of existing suspension and personal preference.
NOTE: Too much air pressure in the air helper springs will result in a
firmer ride, while too little air pressure will allow the air helper spring
to bottom out over rough conditions. Too little air pressure will also
not provide the possible improvement in handling. TO PREVENT
POSSIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 5 psi. IN THE
AIR HELPER SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.
Figure “G”
HEAT SHIELD