Rite-Ride 2040 - Manual (Page 4)

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Once the air helper springs are installed, it is recommended that the vehicle not be lifted by the frame, as over-extension may
occur, resulting in damage to the air helper springs. However, should it become necessary to raise the vehicle by the frame, deflate
both air helper springs completely.
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NSTALL THE AIR LINE AND THE INFLATION VALVE
Uncoil the air tubing and cut it in two equal lengths. DO NOT FOLD OR KINK THE TUBING. Make the cut as square as
possible. Insert one end of the tubing into the push-to-connect elbow fitting installed in the top of the air helper spring as far
as possible.
Select a location on the vehicle for the air inflation valves. The location 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 still maintain accessibility for the air chuck see Figure "D".
Drill a 5/16" hole and install the air inflation valve using two 5/16" flat washers per valve as supports see Figure "E". Run the tubing
from the air helper spring to the valve, routing it to avoid direct heat from the engine, exhaust pipe, and away from sharp edges.
Thermal sleeves have been provided for these conditions. 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 see Figure "E".
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HECK 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 fittings by first releasing
the pressure from the air spring followed by pushing the collar towards the body of the fitting and then pulling out the tube.
If a leak is detected where the brass fitting screws into the spring, release the pressure from the air spring, then remove the
tubing by pushing the collar towards the body of the fitting and then pulling out the tube, 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. Install the wheels and torque the lug nuts to the manufacture's specification. Raise the
vehicle by the rear axle and remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle back onto the ground. Re-attach the negative battery
cable and remove the wheel chocks from the front wheels. Before proceeding, 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.
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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 improvement in handling that is
possible. TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 5 psi IN THE AIR HELPER SPRINGS AT
ALL TIMES.
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MIN PRESSURE 5 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI