Leaf Springs And Air Bag Suspension

[dthollis1961]

Jim,

I can't comment about air bags because I've never been in a 'bird
with
them, but the springs on my 78 FC(which happens to be for sale on
the
vintagebirds site) suit me fine. I don't feel that they ride too
rough especially in the front. In fact, I think it rides at least
as well as my
'95 Suburban 3/4 ton. I think because of the large rear
overhang that the bedroom area is a little bouncy, but the kids
don't seem to mind. Leaf springs seldom leak air and you can bend
over and see if something is wrong. Very simple. I'm sure the air
suspension is an improvement...it all comes down to how much money
you want to spend.

I bought this '78 because it is what I found. I haven't had any
regrets in owning it for any reason, including ride quality.

David Hollis 78 FC33 Springfield,IL


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "orbitalsolutions"
wrote:
> I am currently in the market for an FC nodel 'Bird. I was hoping
that
> folks here might be able to tell me the differences, advantages
and
> disadvantages, of the FC's with air bag suspension or say the
> suspension of a 1978 model that does not have the air bags.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> -- Jim