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AUDI Q3 (11-Present)

VW Golf MK6 (08-13)

The Audi Q3, Luxury Crossover looks at home in both the city and out on winding country roads however to really feel at home no matter the road quality our adjustable air suspesion is the perfect completment.

Prices start from £2650

ALL ABOUT AIR SUSPENSION

What air suspension is, and why you should choose an AirRide kit

What is air suspension?

Air suspension basically involves replacing the metal suspension springs in your Golf with air bags, or air springs. This means you can drop your Golf to the ground (or set it to any height you wish) and constantly adjust the height of your Golf after installation and while on the road.

AirRide have been manufacturing and selling air suspension kits for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on supplying the very best kits available, with components chosen for reliability and safety. No-one else has our experience, knowledge of as many air suspension markets, or product range. We never compromise on safety to get costs down, and even our basic kits far exceed minimal functional requirements.

We are your go-to, one-stop-shop for all your air needs. Read on to get your Golf on air.

Specifications

ALL our car kits:

  • Include full technical phone and email support from us during installation, if needed
  • Can be tailored to your needs. We can either provide or make the ideal kit for your car
  • Use high-spec nylon line as standard.
  • Have high-pressure, high-specification aluminium tanks as standard
  • Have high-spec, 100%-duty-cycle, high-pressure compressors as standard

Safety

Specifications vary but safety never does! ALL our car kits:

  • Are fully circuit independent, with four circuits: front, back and side to side. We do not offer two-circuit systems for cars, as they are neither safe or legal for road use
  • Use the highest-quality, leak-free unions
  • Include safety-pressure relief valves
  • Includes an air tank gauge, if your kit includes a tank

AIR MANAGEMENT

Air works best with air management. Find out how to control your air here

Basic kits

If you’re only looking for something simple, we can still provide exactly what you’re after.  If you want air suspension without all the bells and whistles, we offer single-axle bag/bracket or strut kits or basic Schrader (tyre) valve kits with no on-board air.

If you want a bit more but still don’t want solenoids or a computer system, you can opt for a manual paddle control kit, which uses four electric-window-style paddles to control your air on each corner of the vehicle.

Solenoid kits

If you’re looking for something a bit more sophisticated, you may want to install solenoids as part of your system. These are a little bit more complicated to install than a manual paddle control kit or a computer kit, but they are more versatile and take up less space.

The speed of your air system depends on the size of solenoid you choose, meaning you can go for what you feel is right. Solenoids can also be used with electronic and remote controllers.

Computer kits

The best and most advanced way of controlling your air is with a digital computer system. There are several different computers you can opt for, depending on your budget, but most computer kits have several features not available with solenoids.

You can have computers that have programmable pre-sets, meaning you can change your ride height with one touch, computers that can automatically change your height to suit the road conditions, and some computers that can be used with a phone app, among lots of other cool features, depending on which system you choose.

WHAT'S IN A MANAGEMENT KIT?

Exactly what you get in the box with each air management kit

Manual Paddle Control (MPC) kit

This is the most basic management kit. It’s easy to install, has the least amount of kit to fit, is reliable and can be upgraded for more sophistication later. MPC kits include:

  • Front and rear air suspension
  • Four manual paddle controls (one for each corner)
  • 100% duty cycle compressor
  • Three-gallon (US) air tank
  • Two dual-needle gauges (for reading pressure in the air bags)
  • One single-needle gauge (for reading pressure in the air tank)
  • An easy-to-fit airline (1/4")
  • Leak-free fittings
  • PRV, pressure switch, relay

Solenoid kit

The solenoid kit is also easy to install, albeit slightly more complicated than the MPC kit, reliable and can be upgraded to a computer kit later. Solenoid kits include:

  • Front and rear air suspension
  • Four electric suspension switches (one for each corner)
  • Eight solenoids (can be upgraded to various speeds) OR four manifolds of two solenoids each
  • 100% duty cycle compressor
  • Three-gallon (US) air tank
  • Two dual-needle gauges (for reading pressure in the air bags)
  • One single-needle gauge (for reading pressure in the air tank)
  • An easy-to-fit airline (1/4")
  • Leak-free fittings
  • PRV, pressure switch, relay

Computer kit

Computer kits are the easiest kits to install and still super reliable. They include:

  • Front and rear air suspension
  • Auto Pilot V2, AirLift 3P or AccuAir computer controller
  • Three-gallon (US), 200 PSI tank
  • 100% duty cycle compressor
  • A computer display (which means no gauges are necessary)
  • A phone app that can be used to control your air in or outside the vehicle
  • An easy-to-fit airline (1/4")
  • Leak-free fittings
  • PRV, pressure switch, relay

AIRRIDE RANGES FOR YOUR VEHICLE

The types of AirRide kit available for your car. Each one offers something different

AirRide Gold

AirRide Gold is our bolt-on range of direct fitment air suspension conversions. Gold kits are simple to install, offer a great level of drop and give a smoother ride than most other custom car conversions. They are ideal for anyone looking for a sporty ride, or anyone looking for a quicker and easier install than a Custom kit offers.

Air Lift Performance

Air Lift is the most famous name in air suspension in the US but they don't trade in the UK so we have decided to bring their kits to you.

Our Air Lift Performance kits combine Air Lift struts and bags with AirRide air management and safety features.

Advantages

AirRide Gold kits:

 Are bolt-on fit, meaning they’re so easy to install any garage should be able to fit it, and you might even be able to install it yourself

 Are double-adjustable. During installation, you can choose precisely how low your car naturally sits, while you can also alter your height as much as you wish after installation with air management

 Allows your car to drop incredibly low for the sportiest ride around. Gold kits offer a lower drop than any of our other kits

 Will be yours sooner than a Custom kit as we don’t have to build them – which make them cheaper too!

Whats in the kit

Here’s exactly what you get in your kit:

Two front  Audi performance air struts

Two rear Audi performance air struts

Four air bags, one for each corner (built into struts)

Viair 444C compressor or equivalent

Necessary brackets, bolts and fittings to install the system

A computerised air control system from our standard or deluxe range

Advantages

Air Lift Performance kits:

✅ Are very simple to install, with many kits able to bot straight on to your vehicle

✅ Offer a good amount of drop and a low ride height (if that’s what you’re after!)

✅ Give a much smoother ride and better handling than standard suspension

✅ Are available sooner, and are less expensive, than AirRide Custom kits because we don’t have to build them!

Whats in the kit

Here's what you get with an Air Lift Performance kit:

 Two performance front air-over shocks

 Two rear shocks with damping adjustment

 Integrated air springs

 All include sealed leader hoses to ensure longevity

 All the necessary mountings, fittings and brackets to install the system

 Detailed fitting instructions

Kits!

The manual kits are the simplest, lightest and most compact kits that we do.
There are a large number of options available to increase the speed, air capacity or control systems.
Our basic manual kits are suitable for adjustment whilst driving and these are the most popular systems.

The digital kits offer faster speeds and the ability to add on extras such as remotes etc.
These are popular for show cars and also for those who just want that extra wow factor.
They come with digital sensors and a digital display where you can set ride height pre-sets.

We recommend aluminium tanks as these don’t rust, and that you go for the best compressor your budget allows.

Take a look at our help sections for more information on tanks, compressors and controllers.

Manual Combo Kit

Kit Includes:

4-Way Paddle Control Air Management System

Front and Rear Primary Air Suspension

Compressor

5 Gallon Storage Tank

4 Paddle Valves

2 Dual Needle Gauges

Detailed instruction manual

Digital Combo Kit

Kit Includes:

Auto Pilot Digital Air Management System

Auto Pilot Digital Controller

Digital Controller ECU

Front and Rear Primary Air Suspension

2.5 Gallon 6 Port Tank

Front Kit

Includes the following items:

Front 9-level adjustable damping air struts

1/4" & 3/8" PTC fittings

All mounting hardware

Detailed instruction manual

Rear Kit

Includes the following items:

Pair of progressive rate sleeve style air springs

1/4" and 3/8" PTC fittings

All mounting hardware

Detailed instruction manual

Slam Kit

This kit allows you to drop the ride height an amazing 5.875”! Using the proprietary air struts in front with the proper frame modifications allows you to reach the lowest of lows… In the rear, we use double bellow bags and the brackets simply bolt on to the chassis, no cutting required! And best of all, you get this kind of drop with a smooth ride thanks to specially tuned damping, double bellows bags and maximized wheel travel.

Installation Details:

Modifications Req. Front: Requires chassis modification and removal of sway bar

Modifications Req. Rear: Some drilling

Manual Combo Kit

Includes everything necessary for installation!

  • Manual Paddle Valve Control System
  • Front SLAM Strut Kit
  • Rear Kit
  • Detailed instruction manual

Digital Combo Kit

Includes everything necessary for installation!

  • Autopilot Digital Control System
  • Front SLAM Strut Kit
  • Rear Kit
  • Detailed instruction manual

Front Kit

Includes the following items:

  • SLAM front air struts with performance valving
  • Braided stainless leader hoses
  • 1/4" & 3/8" PTC fittings
  • All mounting hardware
  • Detailed instruction manual

Rear Kit

Includes the following items:

  • Black powder-coated brackets
  • All mounting hardware
  • Double bellow rear springs
  • 1/4" & 3/8" PTC fittings
  • Detailed instruction manual