Reasonable Air Bag Leakdown?

Hi,

I just changed my airbag leveling valve. It is all adjusted and seems to be doing a fine job now. Thanks again to all of you for your input.

I am curious, what is an acceptable leak down rate on the bags once the engine is no longer running? I have checked the bags for leaks with soap and water. I am not finding any leaks at all and I hear no escaping air pressure anywhere else. It does not take too long for the bags to deflate if there is a trailer hooked up.

Thanks in advance for any information.

Fred

 

Thanks Dave. I guess I need to start looking for a leak someplace else then.

Fred

 

Hi Gunner 76,

That is a good tip on raising the bags to look for the leak. Mine may well be leaking there and I missed it with the soap and water. I will check it that way. Thanks!

Fred

 

Hi Heavyhaulerss,

If my memory serves me your truck is similar to mine. It is a 1995 International 9200 with DD60 11.1L.

Is so, is this a common problem on these trucks? Is there any other place I should look for a leak other than just the bags?

Thanks,

Fred

 

Thanks, that makes it sound tricky to isolate. Is there a better way to find these leaks? I hate to change out any bags that are good. I am guessing they are not cheap for my truck. The bags on there now are Goodyear and inflate to 12.5 inches when adjusted properly. Would you guess I am looking at $100 per bag or more?

Fred