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Old Sep 20, 2013 | 06:07 AM
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I didn't like the way the air valve was hard to get to so I put a big rig extension on it.Works fantastic.
 
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There ya go!!! It's lil things that can make life easier. I was at the dealer yesterday getting some parts and talking to the sales guy. He showed me how with the new bags the air valve is easier to get to. Looks like you did something that will totally take the hassle out of getting to it.

I've never owned one with air adjustable suspension so don't know anything about it but looks like it would be a pain to deal with the way they come from the factory.

I like functional as opposed to "look at me" mods. Good on ya.
 
Old Sep 20, 2013 | 07:04 AM
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Originally Posted by chkywuky
I didn't like the way the air valve was hard to get to so I put a big rig extension on it.Works fantastic.
Take it and go to the patent office right now!
 
Old Sep 20, 2013 | 07:09 AM
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Take it and go to the patent office right now!
I thought about telling him that and then thought.....I'm keeping my mouth shut, "I" might be able to make some $$$ off of his idea!
 
Old Sep 20, 2013 | 07:20 AM
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You gotta do, what makes it easier!
 
Old Sep 20, 2013 | 07:35 AM
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Think I'll put that on my winter mod task!!
 
Old Sep 20, 2013 | 01:50 PM
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Nice idea. Genius in it's simplicity. Thanks.
 
Old Sep 20, 2013 | 07:03 PM
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Thats a good idea.
 
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Great Idea. Way to go
 
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