Network Computing Devices 2231, 2173 User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING:

Do not inflate this assembly when it is
unrestricted. The assembly must be re­stricted by the suspension or other adequate
structure. Do not inflate beyond 100 P.S.I.
Improper use or over inflation may cause
property damage or severe personal injury.

Congratulations - your new Ride-Rite Air Helper
Springs are quality products capable of improving the
handling and comfort of your vehicle. As with all
products, proper installation is the key to obtaining all of
the benefits your kit is capable of delivering. Please take
a few minutes to read through the instructions to identify
the components and learn where and how they are used.
It is a good idea to start by comparing the parts in your kit
with the parts list below.

The heart of the Ride-Rite kit is, of course, the air
helper springs. Remember that the air helper springs
must flex and expand during operation, so be sure that
there is enough clearance to do so without rubbing
against any other part of the vehicle.

Be sure to take all applicable safety precautions
during the installation of the kit. The instructions listed
in this brochure and the illustrations all show the left, or
driver’s side of the vehicle. To install the right side
assembly simply follow the same procedures.

PARTS LIST

Your kit includes separate inflation valves and air
lines for each air helper spring. This will allow you to
level your vehicle from side to side as well as from front
to back. If you would rather have a single valve inflation
system, your dealer can supply the required "T" fitting.

IMPORTANT!

For your safety and to prevent possible damage to
your vehicle, do not exceed the maximum load recom­mended by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR). Al­though your Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs are rated at
a maximum inflation pressure of 100 P.S.I., this
pressure may allow you to carry too great a load on
some vehicles. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for
maximum loads listed for your vehicle.

When inflating your Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs,
add air pressure in small quantities, checking pressure
frequently during inflation. The air spring requires
much less air volume than a tire and, therefore, inflates
much quicker.

268C AIR SPRING 6762 2
LEFT UPPER BRACKET 5478 1
RIGHT UPPER BRACKET 5221 1
LOWER BRACKET 5472 2
BRACKET STRAP 1163 2
HEAT SHIELD 1004 1
AIR LINE TUBING 1
3/8"-16 FLANGE LOCK NUT 10
3/8"-16 X 3/4" HEX BOLT 2
3/8"-16 x 3" CARRIAGE BOLTS 4

21-8154 07-05 NCD-5985-1

3/8" SPECIAL WASHER 2
3/8"-16 X 1 1/2 CARRIAGE BOLTS 2
5/16" FLAT WASHER 4
PUSH TO CONNECT

INFLATION VALVE 2

PUSH TO CONNECT

STRAIGHT FITTING 2
THERMAL SLEEVE 2
NYLON TIE 6
SLEEVE 5224 2

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KIT TO FRAME ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Both illustrations are of the left,
or drivers side, of the vehicle. Reverse any
orientations when assembling and installing
the right, or passenger, side of the vehicle.

KIT ASSEMBLY

3/8" - 16

FLANGED LOCK NUTS

LOCK WASHERS

UPPER BRACKET

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3/8" -16 x 1-1/2"

CARRIAGE BOLT

AIR LINE

AIR FITTING

FRAME RAIL

3/8" -16 x 3"

CARRIAGE BOLT

JOUNCE

BUMPER

BRACKET

TA B

3/8" - 16 FLANGED

SPECIAL FLAT

WASHER

SLEEVE

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LOCK NUT

AIR SPRING

LOWER BRACKET

3/8" - 16 X 3/4"

FLANGED HEX BOLT

JOUNCE BUMPER

BRACKET

AXLE

LEAF

STACK

W

H

E

E

L

TAB

SLEEVE

T

BRAKE LINE

N

O

R

F

BRACKET STRAP

3/8" - 16 FLANGED

LOCK NUTS

LOWER

BRACKET

FRONT

BRACKET
STRAP

WHEEL

FRONT

FIGURE "A"