Ekstensive Airbag Kit

[nucknoel89]

Hey guys, I'm wondering if anyone here has had any experience with Ekstensive, and more specificlly their airbag kits.  This is apparently everything needed, minus the wiring.  Also, for Chris, are you a dealer for these guys and can you get a better price than the one they give?
https://www.ekstensive.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=347&osCsid=2059a0c471733e84fd0cef46a83969d8

[Captkaos]

I don't have any experience with them, and I don't have any accounts there.

[low84gmc]

I went to Ekstensive to get everything for mine not sure if it was considered there kit or not we just went in an got what we needed I can't open ur link on my phone to see if its the same, can't remember the price off the top of my head but  heres some pictures of what I got from them


 
And a picture of how it lays

[Isaac3384]

The Ekstensive kits are usually pretty complete. One word of advice; don't be in a big rush when you order the kit. A buddy of mine ordered a kit for his 2010 FSC and had to wait 4-6 weeks before he had everything. Also, go through their check list and look at the detailed breakdown. I can't open the link on my phone either to see what it comes with. Make sure you have relays, fittings, etc... Buying wire is no big deal; fittings, however, can be a pain in the butt to find. Other than the wait, and the lack of communication from them, it was as simple as a bag kit can be to install, it looks great and works as good as it looks.

[nucknoel89]

Thanks for the replies guys, I think I know what I'll be putting my Christmas bonus towards this year.... 

[Isaac3384]

If the kit doesn't come with fittings, make sure you set about $100 aside and get brass DOT approved compression fittings. The push pulls are decent, but I've always had issues with leaks with those. You can use compression fittings from home depot, but the compression nut will tend to 'oval' if you're not careful. The DOT fittings have a longer, thicker compression insert and nut. Using 3-in-1 oil on the threads of the impression fitting helps prevent the 'ovaling' as well.

If there's an option to upgrade to one, get an aluminum tank. Also, use brass fittings, and water trap as well; it helps keep rust out of the system.

Just a few words of advice. I don't know how experienced you are with bag setups, so I figured I'd post it up for you or anyone else interested.

[Isaac3384]

One more thing, these trucks are notorious for their lower control arms laying out with the front crossmember. You may want to look into 'z-ing' the frame...

[low84gmc]

Yea these trucks need the front of the frame to be z'd for them to lay out good, porterbuilt has the dropmember they sell which is a new crossmember that makes suspension stuff sit higher for more clearance, it also switches the truck to a rack an pinion from a mustang, I have my truck z'd I didnt have the money for the dropmember haha