Welcome! You are at the suspension index page. Select one of the links below to learn more about the Mark VIII Air Suspension. For immediate troubleshooting assistance, visit the suspension forum at the Mark VIII Message Board. Please read the FAQ section below before emailing me with your questions.

ASEXPLAINED: Describes how the stock system works. Shows a complete list of the components and what they do. Lots of pictures and schematics to ponder.  

SENSOR LOWERING: Describes how to lower the Mark VIII via the height sensors.
 
SOLENOID MOD: This is the old version of the Solenoid Mod page. I left this page up for reference.  
SOLENOID MOD 1.2: This is the new and improved solenoid modification page. It is basically an evolution of the first technique I used to drop the car. You will need a few more parts and a little more patience to perform this mod. (this page is still under construction)
 
FAST BAG 101: An explanation of aftermarket fast air bag systems and links to various sites dedicated to Air-Suspension. I recommed reading this article before installing your own reserve tank system.
(this page is still under construction)
 
RESERVE SYSTEM: This explains how to add a reserve tank to increase system performance. Vehicles equipped with fast acting air suspensions are commonly referred to as having a "fast bag" system.  
RESERVE SYSTEM INSTALLATION: This page describes the installation process as well as the many different options you have in component selection, system control, and other things to consider.  
FAQs: Frequently asked questions and troubleshooting tips. Feel free to email me with any questions you may have that were not covered by the FAQ.  
SCHEMATICS: All of the schematics regarding the air suspension.  
PICTURES: Misc Pictures of MarkVIIIs in various states of modification.  
DOWNLOADS AND LINKS: Download assorted material in zip, rar, and pdf format and find other Air-Suspension related forums and information.