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    Great OME write up

    That was a great summary of the OME 912/3's but looks like they are both for lifts and i dont want to change my ride height.

    Worm, what deas getting springs 'wrapped' mean? making new ones? sounds spendy.

    Does anyone know if any of the other isuzu springs are compatibe or what the rates are?

    I have a feeling i might get shot down in flames for this one but what about airbag kits? do they replace the springs or just supplement them?

    Pete

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    Quote Originally Posted by PeteVX View Post

    I have a feeling i might get shot down in flames for this one but what about airbag kits? do they replace the springs or just supplement them?

    Pete
    The kits I have seen go inside the coil spring and are made to adjust height. With airbags you would get a harsher ride because they would allow very little flex in the springs when inflated.

    Try different shocks first and not the rancho 9000s you had before because even though they are adjustable, they are known for being stiffer shocks.

    I dont think you could ever get the VX to ride much smoother (like a car) because of the suspension design and the wheel base. The VX's short wheelbase causes you to feel every bump because you are sitting very close to the rear axle. It doesn't really bother me but I do notice the bumpy ride on worn out roads. I also have stiffer springs (OME 919s) and havent noticed worsened ride quality over the stock springs but I have been able to take turns much faster with less body roll

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