Ridetech Airpod or ??

[GUS]

I have a set of Shockwaves for my '56 Chevy and soon I need to buy the control unit. Is the ridetech Airpod really easy to install?
Is it worth the money?

What are my other options for controlling the shockwaves?
I'm new to the air suspension world.

[JRouche]

The air pod looks nice cause its all contained and it will be the quickest way to plumb the shockwaves. I bought shockwaves for the front and rear and their controller and air valves, along with two pumps. I had some packaging issues so an air pod would not fit.

Now as far as controllers go Im not sure because I havent used any others. I have the ART controller without the height sensors. If I had the money at the time I would have gone that route. But all they had was levers/sensors that mounted on the frame and suspension to check ride height. I could not configure those into my suspension anyway.

BUT.... They have the shockwaves with integrated sensors now. That to me seems nice the perfect setup. JR

[pedro]

I have the airpod, but I ended up mounting it on a different board after I changed my mind on where I wanted the subs. Hooking everything up was easy... its all labeled. I believe it is pressure tested before they send it out as well. Mine had no leaks.

If you enjoy doing wiring and such they had good diagrams in the instructions for the controller. So it should not be to hard to do from scratch. Depends on your preferences/skills as to wether its worth the money.

My VW friends use accuair for controllers... no issues that I have heard of.

Pete

[killer67]

call Reno at AccuAir - their air mangement system is reliable, excellent quality components, and very user friendly. They are sponsors here

[130fe]

It depends on what your plans are for your trunk area. I had already bought the kit (4100l) and made my own "airpod". Used the dimensions on their website and went from there. From a packaging/installation stand point; if your budget and your trunk layout will allow, get the airpod. One thing I will say about ridetech is that their customer service is one of the best out there!

[bret]

If you want the easiest solution, have the room, and can spare the bit of extra change...the AirPod is pre-assembled, pre-plumbed, and pre-tested. 4 bolts, 3 wires, 4 airline connections.
If you need to hide the components, if you have time to spend mounting components, running airlines and wiring [it's not hard at all], and want to save some money...the regular e3 compressor kit is exactly the same components, just not pre-assembled for you. You can save about $400.
Our customers seem about evenly split...50% go for the AirPod.