Air Suspension Guides
Use these EKMW technical guides to choose the right air suspension setup for your truck and understand how the major components work together.
2-Link vs. 4-Link Suspension
Ekstensive Metal Works has been building 2-link rear suspension systems since 1994. See why EKMW recommends a 2-link for many street-driven truck air-ride builds, and when a 4-link still makes sense.
Read the 2-Link vs. 4-Link Guide
Front Cups vs. Control Arms
Compare front cup-style air suspension with full control-arm systems for C10, OBS, and 1999–2006 Silverado/Sierra builds.
Read the Front Cups vs. Control Arms Guide
1973–1987 Chevy C10 Air Suspension Guide
Front cup and control-arm options, rear 2-link setup, step notch, wheel-size considerations, and complete C10 air-ride packages.
1988–1998 Chevy OBS Air Suspension Guide
Learn the differences between cup and control-arm front setups, rear 2-link suspension, notches, and complete OBS systems.
1999–2006 Silverado / Sierra Air Suspension Guide
Compare front suspension options, rear 2-link components, notches, complete kits, and air-management choices for 1999–2006 trucks.
Read the 1999–2006 Silverado / Sierra Guide