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Does anyone know if any companies make rear air shocks or air-bags for a 2016 TC Platinum w/ LWB ??  I need to add a hitch mounted power lift (100lbs) to carry my mobility Scooter (300lbs).  I don’t want my low beams searching for squirrels in the trees at night, nor do I want the extra tail end weight to ruin my standard rear suspension?

I’d really appreciate any help you folks could offer me... I really need a solution

 

Thanks,

Tom

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On a 2016, you will not be able to buy anything over-the-counter.  Custom fabrication will be necessary.  Maybe custom coil springs, airbags, and bump stops.  

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You might be able to get by with some simple coil spring boosters, since your not adding a lot of weight.  They are not the best solution, but they might work for you.  I prefer the rubber ring style.  The screw in type tends to pop back out.  The bolt in type will distort the spring over time and can be tricky to install.

Rubber ring: 

https://www.autozone.com/suspension-system-coil-springs-and-lift-lowering/coil-spring-booster/superior-automotive-coil-spring-booster/828156_0_0

Screw in:

https://www.autozone.com/suspension-system-coil-springs-and-lift-lowering/coil-spring-booster/superior-automotive-coil-spring-booster/540997_0_0

Bolt in:

https://www.autozone.com/suspension-system-coil-springs-and-lift-lowering/coil-spring-booster/superior-automotive-coil-spring-booster/541730_0_0

 

Let us know what you end up doing and how it works for you....

 

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That may give him a lifted look, and raise the van by an inch.  But it really does not solve the problem of heavy load on his springs.  

 

Who is selling you the power lift?  Is that company performing the installation?  Does this company configure and sell entire vehicles?  Most of the companies that build out wheelchair access vans for transport companies have schematics for installation which include workarounds for the exhaust, suspension, et cetera.  Maybe ask the company selling you the device what they recommend for suspension.  Or contact a couple of the coach builders who do custom conversions, and ask them what they do with Transit Connect conversions.

 

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