Viking Shocks and AirLift Performance Suspension

[2015DIBGT]

Hi All,

I was wondering if anyone has had experience with putting Viking shocks on a car with Airlift Performance suspension on it.

I have a 2015 GT Premium with:
Steeda Billet shock mounts
Airlift Performance Rear Shocks

I am currently running into issues with the Steeda mount actually mounting lower on the body of the vehicle than the stock mounts; thus making the shock "shorter" meaning there is not as much shock travel at ride height.

Bump stops have been removed.
I have heard of guys running Viking shocks because the dampening adjuster is on the body of the shock and not the shaft like Airlifts design.

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[SiMuL]

I'm curious why you're asking. Are you noticing issues because of the shortened range?

In answer to your question, I asked Air Lift about a month ago if they saw any issues running whatever shock I wanted in the back and they said that it's fine, you could run anything you want.

I also got them to admit that they're using BR Racing coilovers with their kit. Which is a good shock, however, I'm not really happy with the way the rear end feels. I get this weird double bounce on larger bumps (at higher speeds). Adjusting the dampening helps a little, but it's still annoying.

 

[2015DIBGT]

I'm curious why you're asking. Are you noticing issues because of the shortened range?

In answer to your question, I asked Air Lift about a month ago if they saw any issues running whatever shock I wanted in the back and they said that it's fine, you could run anything you want.

I also got them to admit that they're using BR Racing coilovers with their kit. Which is a good shock, however, I'm not really happy with the way the rear end feels. I get this weird double bounce on larger bumps (at higher speeds). Adjusting the dampening helps a little, but it's still annoying.

I am asking because due to the shortened range using the Steeda mounts and riding fairly low. I have the bump stop removed as well and my car is "aired out" at around 40psi in the rear; this is with he shock threaded as short as possible.

I spoke with BC Racing and they confirmed that Airlift uses their stuff as a basis for all of the kits. Since posting this I got responses form Viking and they have no interest in investigating the issues regarding a bagged car. BC also told me that they can offer a rear shock design where the dampening adjuster is part of the center of the shaft like the fronts. I thought about grabbing a set to see what the results would be but I haven't had time to talk with them any further. I should have time this week to purchase them.

I am unable to adjust the dampening much more as the fronts are fairly stiff and and the rear are pretty rock hard to avoid them compressing 100%; that feel is like riding on a lumber wagon. Shock body hitting the bottom of the shock mount is what I am trying to avoid; have the dampening adjuster where it is currently located on the Airlift rear shocks removes about an inch and a half of suspension travel. This other style that BC offered me as an option should be enough to ride low, have better adjustment, and air out further than I currently can.

 

[vishenneel]

I run Universal air suspension struts and bags and have the same issue. I have very less shock travel and dont know how should i adjust my struts. And even when im aired out im not low enough. I look like im on coilovers.

 

[gui_majestic]

I am asking because due to the shortened range using the Steeda mounts and riding fairly low. I have the bump stop removed as well and my car is "aired out" at around 40psi in the rear; this is with he shock threaded as short as possible.

I spoke with BC Racing and they confirmed that Airlift uses their stuff as a basis for all of the kits. Since posting this I got responses form Viking and they have no interest in investigating the issues regarding a bagged car. BC also told me that they can offer a rear shock design where the dampening adjuster is part of the center of the shaft like the fronts. I thought about grabbing a set to see what the results would be but I haven't had time to talk with them any further. I should have time this week to purchase them.

I am unable to adjust the dampening much more as the fronts are fairly stiff and and the rear are pretty rock hard to avoid them compressing 100%; that feel is like riding on a lumber wagon. Shock body hitting the bottom of the shock mount is what I am trying to avoid; have the dampening adjuster where it is currently located on the Airlift rear shocks removes about an inch and a half of suspension travel. This other style that BC offered me as an option should be enough to ride low, have better adjustment, and air out further than I currently can.

What is the solution you found for this? I believe my airlift shock has shit the bed and they want $365 for a single shock! So
I am looking for a replacement. What would you recommend?

 

[2015DIBGT]

What is the solution you found for this? I believe my airlift shock has shit the bed and they want $365 for a single shock! So
I am looking for a replacement. What would you recommend?

Sorry about the delayed response - I didn't see this come across as a reply.

I ended up going with the Shortened Shock body that BC offered me when I first started investigating. Since then, I have had a LOT more issues where I pulled the shock mount nuts through the body of the car. I have since come up with a repair for that area that allows the use of Factory or any aftermarket shock mounts. I have also gone through 2 or 3 sets of the shortened BC shocks in the last few years as well. So it seems like there isn't a perfect permanent solution unfortunately.

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