SUSPENSION IDENTIFICATION Introduction The Ridewell Air Ride (RAR) 260 Trailer Suspen- sion is available in an overslung, underslung or yoke mount configuration. The suspension can be pur- chased with or without an integrated axle. PART NO: Refer to the engineering drawing for detailed infor- SUSP.
• If vehicle chassis modifications are required, con- sult with the vehicle manufacturer to ensure that such changes are permitted. • Welding or altering suspension components is not permitted without the express written permission of Ridewell Suspensions. 260-Trailer-ISM-RevK-03-11-21 Page 3 Back To TOC ...
Axle Integration Suspension systems are available with and without a factory integrated axle. Customer-supplied axle assemblies must be positioned and oriented (rotated) properly before welding the axle to the axle seats. Use the top-center mark on the axle, if available, to identify the center of the axle and orient the axle as- sembly on the suspension.
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ROOT 1/2" SECOND PASS 3/8" PASS THIRD 1/8" MAX PASS AXLE AXLE AXLE AXLE 1/2" BEAM AXLE SEAT BEAM AXLE SEAT BEAM AXLE SEAT BEAM AXLE SEAT THIRD PASS WELD JOINT PREPARATION FIRST PASS SECOND PASS ARC START ARC START ARC STOP ARC STOP THIRD PASS...
Suspension Mounting Final Assembly and Inspection Refer to the engineering drawing for available ride • Verify the welds of the hanger and air spring heights; the recommended locations of any customer- mounting plates. furnished filler plates and supporting crossmembers; the torque values; and the spacing and clearance •...
The Ridewell Extreme Air Height Control Kit (HCK) automatically adds and exhausts air from the air sus- ® pension to maintain the vehicle ride height. The (HCK) assembly consists of a lever connected to the height control valve (HCV) and a vertical rod arm (vertical linkage) connected to the suspension/axle (Figure 5). Refer to the Extreme Air installation guide for installation procedures.
MAINTENANCE Recommended Service Intervals Ridewell Suspensions recommends the following minimum service intervals for standard duty, on-highway usage applications. More frequent intervals are recommended for heavier duty applications. Daily/Pre-Trip Inspections Every 12,000 miles of use Inspect air springs for damage/excessive wear.
rar 260 o – b Verslung nderslung uspension usHing eplaCement orque peCifiCations Part Number Torque Values (Component) Item Description Size foot-pound Newton-meter Do not lubricate bolt/nut threads. 6040098-Bushing Kit Pivot Bolt/Nut-(Shear-Type Bolt/Locknut) 7/8”-9NC Use 1”-drive impact wrench to 6100051-Wide Tool Requires E-20 Torx socket (RW #6100054) ®...
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Replacement Procedure with Bushing Tool #6100051 (continued) Tool Assembly-Installation Center the bushing tool cone on the beam eye. Use a 1 1/4” socket and 3/4-drive impact wrench Place flat washer, the bearing collar, and the end-cap (1”-drive impact wrench recommended) to rotate assembly on the hex-head bolt.
Axle Alignment Alignment should be performed on a level surface with the suspension at the desired ride height. Align the suspension per TMC- or SAE-recommended standards. On a multiple-axle vehicle, the forward axle is moved into proper alignment, then the remaining axles are positioned so that they are parallel to the forward axle.
Terms and coverage in this warranty apply only to the United States and Canada. Ridewell Suspensions warrants the suspension systems manufactured by it to be free of defects in mate- rial and workmanship. Warranty coverage applies only to suspensions that have been properly installed, maintained and operated within the rated capacity and recommended application of the suspension.
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