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Old Apr 28, 2013 | 09:47 PM
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Have a 04 RK project. looking at possible air suspension, I've looked at legend, progressive and I think Shotgun might have one.. did an internet search and found Tricky Air anyone running this system or have first hand knowledge? Thanks for any feedback
 
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There's an air system section in the Tech forum that is worth taking a look at. There is also a Canadian firm who make a hydraulic system, if you are looking for raising and lowering ride height.
 
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I found a nice deal for Legends on ebay. Looks nice, make the wow factor but a little hard for one up i think. I will see in june when i'll travel more with OL and TP.
 
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i built my own and it cost me less than 200 bucks and it rides nicer than my stock streetglide shocks..Viair compressor 92c, Monroe shocks, 3 position toggle swith and a dump valve..and a couple bushings
 
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I have a set of take off's from my 12 RKC. About 1,000 miles on them before I went to shorter air shocks.
I'll sell them if your interested.PM me
 
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