Unless pre-mature failure occurs, Air Springs typical performance life is 7-9 years. The following outline causes of premature failure:
Unless pre-mature failure occurs, Air Springs typical performance life is 7-9 years. The following outline causes of premature failure:
In addition to accidents and abrasion the #1 reason for pre-mature failure is over extension. Air Springs and shocks work with close tolerances of each other. The shock is designed to be ½” to ¾” shorter at full extension then the air spring. Over extension is caused by :
Air Springs need to work free of contact with other components or debris and under proper pressure otherwise they are subject to abrasive wear.
Possible causes include: