How do airbag dump valves work?
Air is dumped from the air bags without affecting the air pressure in the air supply. When the pilot valve is shifted to the Travel position, air pressure is removed from the HCV dump valves. This allows the dump valves to return to the Travel position. The HCV can now inflate or deflate the air bags as needed.
Do you need a compressor for air suspension?
A compressor isn’t required, but it is convenient! An On-Board Air Compressor System allows you to inflate and deflate your air springs on-the-go.
What is the difference between air suspension and air bag suspension?
The air bags are sometimes referred to as air springs or bellows. Suspensions that have steel or torsion springs that are supplemented by the use of air bags are not considered air suspensions. There are combination systems that have both air and steel springs.
How do you place air bags on an outboard?
Space between air bags for side to side placement also varies. Some place the air bags outboard as far as they can and some have the bags closer together. When two bags per side are used, one will be in front of the axle and the other behind the axle.
What is a pilot operated suspension air dump?
The pilot operated suspension air dump is the most common suspension dump system used at this time. The basic components of the pilot air dump system are the pilot operated control valve and the individual dump valves, one on each height control valve.
What is HWH® active air suspension system?
The HWH® Active Air Suspension System actually controls the air suspension of a vehicle while the vehicle is traveling. You must understand the air suspension before dealing with our systems that are installed on vehicles with an air suspension. At this time it is important to note that the following discussions are generic in nature.