For Ford Transit produced in 2015, 2106,2017.
7th generation VII generation
Reinforcement of the leaf spring.
Improved handling.
Increase in carrying capacity + 2 tons.
The ability to change the clearance.
Air suspension kit to reinforce the rear suspension Ford Transit manufactured since 2015. Air bags are installed on the rear axle and work in conjunction with the spring package. Installation does not require any modifications to the factory suspension. That allows you to keep the manufacturer's warranty. Each of the pneumatic elements is capable of withstanding a load of over 3 tons.
Air bags remove up to 80 percent of the load from the spring and absorb vibration from poor-quality road surfaces. For passenger transport, air suspension will increase comfort. For trucking - reduce suspension repair costs and increase business profitability.
Each pneumatic element is made of a rubber compound that is not susceptible to the effects of reagents and benzene. Also, air bags have proven themselves well when used in critically low temperatures in our climate.
The basic kit for the rear-wheel drive version includes a transit
Reinforced air bags
- mounting brackets
- pneumatic line
- pneumatic line fittings
- pump nipple
- installation instructions
The price of the air suspension does not include the cost of the passenger compartment control system. The systems are selected individually depending on the goals and objectives set for the car.
Characteristics of pneumatic elements for Transit rear-wheel drive:
Rubber compound Rubber with nylon cord - 3 layers
Mounting holes 3 - D10 (stud), 1 - 1/2 for fitting
Diameter at (3 - 7 atm) 13.5 cm
Diameter (0 atm) 14.5 cm
Diameter (0 atm) under load 15 cm
Height (3 - 7 atm) 24 cm
Height (0 atm) 14.5 cm
Height (0 atm) under load 8.5 cm
The lifting force of the pneumatic element at (8-11 atm) over 1200 kg
Minimum operating pressure 1 atm
Working pressure 2- 8 Atm
Pressure before destruction 25 atm
The pillow has a threefold safety margin.
Increase the lift capacity and endurance of your Ford Transit by adding air suspension to the standard spring system. This will not change the arrangement of standard parts, but it will provide your vehicle with many benefits:
- Increased carrying capacity without damage to the vehicle;
- Reduced wear of springs;
- Reducing car rolls;
- Fast payback of the air suspension kit.
What do springs fitted with air bags give for Ford?
Eliminate suspension breakdown, car roll, increase comfort and energy intensity, suspension becomes assembled, quiet. With air springs in the springs, you can adjust the ground clearance and suspension stiffness, the car will not sag when fully loaded. The effect is especially noticeable if you use them on a bad road (gravel road, pits, bumps, potholes, dirt road, asphalt waves, railway crossings, etc.). Also, if the wheel rubs against the arches, then you can get rid of it by using air bags in the springs.
BlackStone air bellows are suitable for vehicles where the shock absorber is separate from the spring. The ✔ sign means that the shock absorber is installed separately from the spring and installation is possible, with the ✘ sign - cars with a MacPherson strut are marked, or where it is structurally impossible to install air bags. The ✐ sign - there is an instruction / installation photo. To go to the instructions, you must click on the icon itself. The catalog does not give one hundred percent guarantee that the pneumatic element will fit your car, since there are structural differences in the model's configurations or their modifications.
How to determine if a BlackStone air spring will fit if there is no information in the catalog?
It is necessary to measure the inner diameter and height of the spring in the normal state without a jack and without a load (measurements are easier to carry out in a pit):
| 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground with the springs under the weight of the body. | |
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2. Measure the INNER diameter of the spring. If the spring is tapered or barrel-shaped, measurements must be taken at the points of maximum and minimum diameter. |
| 3. Measure the height of the INNER space of the spring vertically excluding the standard buffers (bumpers) of the compression stroke - they must be dismantled. | 
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4. Check the interior for bolts, sharp objects and bulges. If there are any, they must either be eliminated or covered with bumpers. |
| 5. If there are holes in the lower arm and / or support on the side of the body with a diameter of more than 20 mm, they must also be closed with bumpers "W" and / or "F". | 
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6. Select the most suitable pneumatic element according to the plate below. The free height space can always be filled with bumpers "W" and / or "F". The pneumatic element will fill the excess space in diameter when pressure is applied. |
Standard sizes of pneumatic bellows:
| Pneumatic elements: |
The size: |
Vendor code: |
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Height: 147 mm. (+ pump valve \u003d 178 mm.) Diameter: 76 mm. |
295.147.76S | |
| Height: 202 mm, diameter: 88 mm. | 295.202.88M | |
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Height: 202 mm., Diameter: 88 mm. |
295.202.90MHD | |
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Height: 202 mm. (+ pump valve \u003d 233 mm.), diameter: 88 mm. |
295.233.88ME | |
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Height: 230 mm, diameter: 110 mm. |
295.230.11L | |
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Height: 175 mm, diameter: 110 mm. |
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| Height: 175 mm (+ pump valve \u003d 181 mm), diameter: 110 mm. |
Chippers and other components, including kits for pumping out to a convenient place (trunk, bumper, towbar, fuel filler flap, etc.), are available in the section.
Consider spring fatigue when measuring. New springs can give an extra 5 cm in height. If the springs are sagging and you want to return the body to its original height, you can use BlackStone air helpers with or without replacement springs. If you did not find your car in the list, or you know the internal dimensions of the spring, send this information to us by mail, we will definitely publish it in the catalog.
Photos and videos of installed kits:, and.
Air suspension kits for other vehicles, including leaf spring suspension:.
FORD (FORD)
C-MAX 2007 (CB3) ✔ BlackStone MHD air bellows
Cougar 1998-2000 (MC) ✘
Escort ✔
Fiesta 1976-1989 (AX) ✔
Fiesta 1989-1996 (CX) ✘
Fiesta 1995-2001 (DX) ✘
Fiesta 2008- (CB1) ✔
Fiesta / Fusion 2001- (CBK) ✔
Focus 1998-2005 (CAK) ✘
Focus 2004- / Focus C-MAX 2003 - (CAP) ✔
Focus 2008 - (CB4) ✔ tested suitable
Focus Cabriolet 2006- (CA5) ✔
Galaxy 1994-2000 (VX) ✔ BlackStone MHD air bellows
Galaxy 2000- (VY) ✔
Granada / Scorpio 1985-1992 (CE) ✔
Granada / Scorpio 1992-1994 (DE) ✔
KA 1996- (CCQ) ✘
KA 2008- (CCU) ✔
Kuga 2008- (CBV) -? pneumatic springs BlackStone MHD
Mondeo 1992-1996 Europe (FD) ✔
Mondeo 1996-2000 Europe (GD) ✔ BlackStone MHD pneumatic springs
Mondeo 2000-2007 Europe (GE) ✔
Street KA 2003-2005 (CCS) ✘
TH! NK City 2000-2002 (CT) -?
Windstar 1994-2000 (WA)?
Escape 2008- Russia (R3) ✔
Everest 2006- (EU) ✘
Everest 2009- (EP) ✘
Everest / Endeavor 2003- (EV) ✘
Explorer 1992-2000 (EX) ✘
Maverick (LHD) 1993-1996 (ML) ✔
Maverick (LHD) 1996-1998 (NL) ✔
Maverick (RHD) 1993-1996 (MR) ✔
Maverick (RHD) 1996-1998 (NR) ✔
Maverick 2000- (TM1) ✔
Maverick 2002- (TM3) ✔
Maverick 2007- (TM7) ✔
P100 1987-1993 (DP) ✘
Ranger 1998-2003 (ER) ✘
Ranger 2002- (EQ) ✘
Ranger 2006- (ET) ✘
Ranger 2009- (ES) ✘
Transit (TT9) - air suspension kit for Ford Transit:.
Transit Connect 2002- (TC7) ✘
We offer a wide variety of air suspension kits for the Ford Transit series. All products are of high quality and supplied only by trusted manufacturers, which guarantees the reliability and durability of all parts.
If the models from the catalog of our site did not suit you, you can find the necessary air suspension kit for your Ford Transit by consulting our consultants. They will tell you in detail about the products in the catalog and tell you how to correctly measure and select the appropriate model.
DRIVE-RITE PNEUMATIC SUSPENSION for FORD TRANSIT
Suitable for all-metal vans of all types and modifications, as well as chassis with any superstructures (on-board platform, manufactured goods van, isothermal van, refrigerator, camper, motorhome)
Specifications
- Applicability: Ford Transit (single and dual tires)
- Year of issue: 2006-present
- Kit number: DR 02.013448
- Air Spring: Firestone # 6781
- Set weight: 22 kg
- Compressor: 12V
- Recommended control systems:
- DR 11.016110 (Single-circuit, compressor # 1260, max pressure 7 Bar)
- DR 11.012236 (Single-circuit, compressor # 9284, max pressure 9 Bar)
- Possible increase in ground clearance (rear axle): 50 mm
- Air pressure:
- Maximum 7 Bar (100 PSI)
- Minimum 1 Bar (15 PSI)
- Certificates of conformity: TP and TUV
The auxiliary air suspension kit includes:
- two high quality air springs
- metal brackets
- fasteners
- air fittings for air bags
- air tee for connection
- plastic tube with a diameter of 6 mm
- special inflation nipple (not used with control kit)
Ford Transit is the market leader in light commercial vehicles. Installation of DRIVE-RITE air suspension in addition to the standard rear suspension can significantly improve the handling and stability of these vehicles.
The optional DRIVE-RITE * air suspension works in tandem with the standard suspension that uses a steel spring as a spring. The elastic element of the additional suspension is an air spring. Air pressure can be adjusted manually or automatically using DRIVE-RITE control systems. The consumer can choose the best option for the control system, based on the characteristics of vehicle operation.
Additional air suspension significantly reduces the load on the standard springs, improving the stability and comfort of the vehicle.
With the help of the control system, the driver can regulate the pressure in the air springs so as to provide optimal stability and comfort parameters, regardless of the vehicle load.
The optional DRIVE-RITE air suspension is an investment in your vehicle. As you know, over time, standard metal springs lose their elasticity and begin to "sag", which leads to a decrease in comfort, increased loads on chassis elements, and increased driver fatigue, especially when the car is fully loaded.
The optional air suspension is the active component of your vehicle's original suspension. A car equipped with the DRIVE-RITE air suspension kit is easier to drive, more comfortable and safer throughout the payload range.
Optional DRIVE-RITE air suspension is exactly what every Ford Transit owner needs
ADVANTAGES OF DRIVE-RITE AIR SUSPENSION:
- IMPROVES THE STABILITY AND CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE
- INCREASES COMFORTABILITY AND SAFETY
- PREVENTS LONGITUDINAL ROLL
- MAINTAINS CONSTANT ROAD CLEARANCE
- REDUCES LATERAL RANGE IN UNIFORM LOADING OF THE CARGO COMPARTMENT
- REDUCES FATIGUE LOADS OF SUSPENSION ELEMENTS
- HIGH QUALITY COMPONENTS MADE IN THE USA, GERMANY AND IRELAND
- PNEUMATIC SPRINGS FROM FIRESTONE (World's No.1 Air Spring)
- EASY TO INSTALL AND MAINTENANCE
- DRIVE-RITE FIRM IS MORE THAN 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION OF AIR SUSPENSIONS
- OEM & TUV CERTIFICATES
A complex approach
DRIVE-RITE air suspension kits are easy to install, require no additional mechanical steps (drilling or welding) and meet the highest quality standards. The proprietary DRIVE-RITE control systems are available as an option.
Air suspension for minibuses
One of the areas of our work is the installation of air suspension on minibuses. We offer the following services:
- Commercial vehicle pneumatic suspension
- Air suspension Ford Transit
- Air suspension Mercedes Sprinter
- Peugeot Boxer Air Suspension
- Iveco air suspension
- Air suspension Citroen Jumper
- Air Suspension Crafter
As you know, the standard type of suspension that is installed on most serial vans is leaf spring suspension. It has certain disadvantages, which are manifested both in the organization of passenger transportation and in the implementation of transportation of various categories of goods. And the main environment of these shortcomings is uneven load distribution. And also the lack of compensation for the weight of the car and adaptation to it. As a result, the suspension may feel too stiff or, conversely, too soft while driving.
The installation of air suspension will allow you to avoid these disadvantages. Our company provides a similar service to its clients. You can contact us regarding the installation of air suspension for Mercedes Sprinter, Ford, Peugeot and other popular brands of minibuses.
What does the installation of air suspension for minibuses give?
First of all, it is advisable to install air suspension on minibuses that are used as passenger transport. After all, one of the conditions for quality service in this area is to provide comfort for passengers. Installation of air suspension on Ford or other popular brands of minibuses allows you to achieve maximum smoothness of the vehicle. And also to avoid sharp inclinations of the minibus when changing the direction of travel. Passengers will also feel the convenience when the vehicle stops - the presence of air suspension makes it possible to avoid the so-called "pecking". The floor in such a car will be at a constant height. And even driving on uneven roads will not be associated with discomfort for passengers.
Do not assume that the installation of air suspension is in demand only when converting passenger cars. This service is also in demand among car owners used for other purposes. And this is not surprising, because the Peugeot air suspension, for example, or installed on a Mercedes, can have a positive effect on various aspects of car operation. In particular, one of the consequences of its installation is a change in ground clearance. As well as leveling the vehicle in case the load is uneven. In the presence of air suspension, the load on the shock absorbers is reduced. The car becomes more stable, its sensitivity to strong crosswinds decreases.
Many people who are planning to install a Citroen, Ford or Peugeot air suspension are interested in the cost of such work. Our company has very reasonable prices for such services. Using them, you will be able to recoup the installation of the air suspension after about 20,000 km.
Secondary air suspension for commercial vehicles.
Benefits:
Increase in carrying capacity;
- reduction of lateral rolls and swaying in turns and with uneven loading of the vehicle;
- reduction of longitudinal swaying during acceleration / deceleration and driving over obstacles;
- increasing the service life of the standard suspension elements;
- improvement of vehicle handling and stability;
- damping of body vibrations on worn-out roads.
Components of the air suspension:
1. Air springs with mounting kit. The mounting kit is designed individually for each vehicle model, taking into account the design features of the standard suspension.
2. High-performance oil compressor for outdoor use, designed to maintain pressure in the system up to 12 atm.
3. Steel receiver with a volume of 6 liters to maintain the pressure in the air springs, excluding frequent compressor starts.
4. Control system. There is a choice of automatic or semi-automatic air suspension control system.
About the manufacturer:
The manufacturer of air springs, fasteners, compressors and pneumatic lines is a world-renowned German concern, which has established itself as a manufacturer of the highest quality automotive products. Fittings, valves and other elements are supplied by the renowned manufacturer of products for pneumatic systems - “Camozzi”.
Additional Information:
The installation of an auxiliary air suspension does not require the approval and registration of changes in the vehicle design in the appropriate authorities, since the standard suspension and the vehicle design as a whole do not undergo any changes.
- The auxiliary air suspension is intended only for vehicles equipped with the ABS system.
Many people choose it as an alternative to Sprinter. At a cost, "Transit" is less, and the characteristics of carrying capacity and comfort are at the same level. There are different modifications of these trucks - from minibuses to 20 cc vans and refrigerators. Usually, springs or springs are placed on the rear axle of "Transits". But many owners replace this one. What does it give? Consider in our today's article.
Characteristic
Pneumatic is a type of suspension that can be used to adjust the ride height. This system is widely used in commercial vehicles. Manufacturers are gradually moving away from archaic multi-leaf springs in favor of air springs.
Now all semi-trailers and heavy-duty vehicles are equipped with these. As for small commercial vehicles (up to three tons and below), air suspension is less common here. The reason for this is the strong rise in the cost of the car - the system is much more complicated than coil springs and springs. How the air suspension works is described below.
About construction
This system consists of several elements:
- Air cylinders. They act on the principle of springs and springs - they hold the weight of the car and partially dampen vibrations. You can see below what the pneumatic cylinders look like on "Transit". They are made from a thick piece of rubber. High pressure air is filled inside. Due to its elastic design, the pillow can change shape, thereby adjusting the clearance.
- Compressor. Serves for pumping air into the receiver. The latter has a volume of 3 to 10 liters. When using a Ford Transit, it is recommended to use a 10 liter receiver. Usually it is located in the body or in the cab. Note that the budget air suspension installed on the Ford Transit may not include these elements (receivers). As for the compressor, it is the main component of the system. Suspension operation is simply impossible without it. The unit operates from a 12 volt network and automatically turns off when a certain pressure is reached.
- Airways. Through them, air moves under pressure from the compressor to the actuators.
- Electronic sensors. Tracks the position and tilt of the car body in real time. Thus, the cylinders can be pumped up at a certain moment, making the car more stable on the road. These sensors interact with the control unit. But such electronics are rarely installed on commercial vehicles. More often business and premium cars.
Why is the receiver relevant?
Choosing a complete set of air suspension for Ford Transit, you should not skimp on this element. The device allows you to store air under pressure for a long time. If it is necessary to raise the car, the air from the receiver quickly (within 4-5 seconds) replenishes the air spring chamber. The latter becomes more solid, and the clearance increases. In the absence of a receiver, air will be pumped directly into the pillows. But it is very long and harmful for the compressor. With frequent use, it can simply burn out.
Benefits
How does a Ford Transit air suspension behave? Owner reviews claim that the installation of pillows can eliminate the consequences of overloading the car. These are side rolls, breakage of springs and suspension breakdowns. As for the last factor, the balloon acts as a buffer, preventing the frame from contacting the main spring leaf.
What else do the reviews say about the "Ford Transit" air suspension? The car also becomes more comfortable. The pillow smoothly dampens vibrations and shocks when hitting bumps. For this reason, air suspension is often installed on a Ford Transit minibus.
Yet the main factor that pushes owners to install air suspension in Ford Transit is an increase in carrying capacity. And the cylinders, according to reviews, cope with this task “perfectly”. The load on the standard springs is minimal, and the ground clearance remains the same.
disadvantages
Why is the air suspension not supplied from the factory on the Ford Transit and other modifications? One of the negative factors is low maintainability. In the event of a cylinder breakdown (and this is a depressurization), it must be changed entirely. The compressor is also difficult to repair. And the system itself is not cheap. How much will it cost to install air suspension on a Ford Transit? The price of the most budgetary option starts from 20 thousand rubles. The complete kit can be installed for 100 thousand.
Which one to choose?
For small commercial vehicles, air suspension is often chosen only on the rear axle.
As for the type, it is better to install a single loop system. You can put a double-circuit, but it makes no sense - the reviews say.
Installation
How do you install the air suspension on a Ford Transit with your own hands? Note that installation does not require a complete rework of the chassis. Let's consider the most popular option - installation of a single-circuit air suspension on a Ford Transit (the price of a set is from 15 thousand rubles) on the rear axle. First, the brackets for the pillows are installed. The upper one is attached to the frame, the lower one - to the leaf of the spring.
During the work it is necessary to make holes for the bolted connections of the brackets. Further, pneumatic cylinders are installed here. Hoses are connected to them. It is better to install a compressor with a receiver in the cabin. Space in the engine compartment is limited, and in the body (if it is a booth) it can be damaged. We connect solenoid valves to the unit and bring the control panel to the front panel. This completes the installation of air suspension in Ford Transit. The pipes should be routed along the inside of the frame, fastening them with clamps.
We extend the resource
In order for the cylinders to serve for a long time (and this is half the cost of the entire system kit), you need to know some rules for caring for them. The rubber coating of the pillows is very afraid of road reagents and dirt. Even small particles can act as an abrasive at the joints of the air bellows parts. In order for the pillows to serve for a long time and not to be lowered, they should be periodically cleaned of dirt. And in the winter - treat with silicone.
With a decrease in temperature, the rubber becomes hard and even in the absence of dirt begins to "eat" itself. Silicone will create a kind of layer that will provide free movement of the air bag components.
Conclusion
So, we have found out what air suspension is, how and why it is installed on a Ford Transit. Judging by the reviews, many are satisfied with this choice. Air suspension improves vehicle stability on the road and increases carrying capacity, which is especially important in commercial activities.
