Hi guys,
I am looking to install helper bags to the existing leaf spring suspension.
I have a 2018 Denali 1500 4x4 that has the MacGhaughy's 2" front, and 4" rear lowering kit (drop spring and shackle, spring over axle). There is not enough rear suspension travel to the bump stop, and I would like to add helper airbags. My thought is to cut the bump stop perch off of the frame, and have airbags between the frame and bump stop pad on the axle. I have been striking out on finding a kit that works with the 4" lowered Magneride suspension. With the bump stop perch cut flush with frame, I would have about 5.5" to install a bag between the axle and frame. I have been going through manufacturer's installation guides to try to find a kit that is close, and only fab an upper bracket.
Any thoughts? Am I over thinking this, and there may be a kit that works? Why do manufactures shy away from the Magneride? I'm not afraid to tune the shock sensors if needed- I'm planning to run at minimum mfg pressure when I'm not towing, and have installed and used airbags on my last 6 trucks.
Attached is a picture of the perch that I am thinking of replacing with an airbag. It is mud season here, my apologies for the ugly picture.
Thank you for your input, and I will post project/finished setup.
Matt