Replacing my '08 airbags soon

[RioRichard]

Hello. I've decided, that even though they are functioning fine with no signs of cracking, to replace my 18yo airbags. Have the 4 bags in hand...and some new hardware to complement. I've also decided not to remove the front axle to access the bottom retaining nut of the bags...but to cut the rod with a long blade sawzall as suggested on another platform. Hopefully all will go well. Grateful to all of the owners out there posting info and videos on YouTube. Very helpful giving me confidence to take this on.

 

[J&JD]

FYI, I ordered new bags from Freightliner for my XCR chassis. Right out of the box one of the new bags leaked so badly that you could see the coach go up & down while it was sitting idling. Suggest you test the new ones prior to installation.