Ridetech 12060999 - Manual (Page 3)

6. Thread the 7/16” x 6 ¾” stud into
the nut in the bottom of the bracket.
7. Raise the assembly into the coil
spring pocket with the stud protruding
through the upper plate. The wings on
the side of the bracket will rest against
the flat side of the coil spring retainer.
8. Secure the assembly with a 7/16”
Nylok nut and flat washer. Note: The
air line must also be routed at this time.
9. Bolt the lower StongArm to the
frame using the 3/4" x 8” bolt and the
two spacers supplied. Install the 1”
spacer to the front side of the bushing
and the 1 7/16” spacer to the rear. A
large washer will go between the
bushing and the spacers.
10. Attach the lower arm to the spindle
and strut rod. Two 1/2” x 1 ½” bolts
and lock washers are supplied for the
strut rod.
11. Fasten the air spring to the lower
arm using a 3/8” x 3/4" bolt, flat washer
and lock washer.
12. Raise the lower arm with a jack.
Mark the frame where the lower shock
tab contacts it. This must be cut out to
allow clearance. Grind all edges
smooth when finished.
13. Install the new brake line bracket
with using the factory bolts and clip.
14. Check air spring clearance
through full suspension travel.
Allowing the air spring to rub will
result in failure and is not a
warrantable situation.
15. Ride height on this air spring is
approximately 5” tall, but will vary to
driver preference.