Convert EAS RRC to coils

[Madkelpie]

Gday guys
I'm going to look at a cheap 1992 RRC EAS tomorrow. I'm not too keen on the air suspension and was wondering how much is involved with switching to coils. From from I understand it's not too hard.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
Graeme

[Madkelpie]

I forgot, can remove the abs and retrofit a standard maaster cylinder and booster?

[Lucus]

what plans do you have for all the old EAS bits?

[Psimpson7]

There is quite a lot of stuff if you want to remove it properly, but it isnt that hard

4 airbags
Compressor and valve block under drivers footwell floor
Tank under passenger footwell floor
Switch panel on centre console
All associated wiring and plumbing
Height level switches...

I acually think the air suspension is worth keeping if it you have a nice one which has been looked after. Mine will be left with air suspension, and I will do my best to keep it working properly.

Cheers
Pete.

[neil 90]

g'day madkelpie, imho its worth sticking with the eas as its a great system when working ok but like anything it suffers badly from being under maintained. unlike coils you do have to give it a bit of tlc. just make sure the systems air tight as it can bugger the compressor if its not. mine was getting a bit noisey so i removed the air filter and gave it a squirt of air motor oil, then gave it a squirt after the drier to lubricate the valve block. i know the book says keep it dry but this has worked a treat, its quieter and quicker and a bit of air motor oil never hurt. just dont put heaps in as the drier wont like it. as for the abs i think aquarangie has just done this to vog so have a look at his thread. hope this helps

cheers

neil

[Psimpson7]

Just to add, is there any reason you want to remove the ABS? They also run a rear axle traction control system... (at least some of them do) which is pretty good.

Cheers

[Madkelpie]

Thanks for the response guys. The reason i'm asking about removing abs and eas is becasue this rangie has been sitting for six months and as it's a long drive to look i'm just considering worst case scenarios. However it is a one owner car and it's less than four so it might be worth a punt.
Cheers
Graeme

[Madkelpie]

If I remove the eas / abs I will sell the bits.