Premium Ride Package
UltraRide® has been the chassis air suspension system of choice for manufacturers seeking to improve the ride and handling of light and medium duty vehicles. UltraRide is a total conversion suspension that replaces a standard leaf spring suspension system. The air suspension provides increased operator and passenger comfort, ease of access and overall safety. With an additional cross member and adjustable height sensor, UltraRide ensures proper alignment, increased stability, and reduced frame stress across multiple applications.
Reliable Recovery Electronic Air Kit
UltraRide comes standard with a compact, robust integrated electronic air kit. The air kit provides fast ride height recovery with up to 150psi output. The 2-stage compressor operates at low temperatures, helping to improve performance and durability compared to a single-stage design. The 3.5-gallon tank allows for faster dump and recovery cycling; enabling multiple cycles in a short amount of time when required.
The UltraRide air suspension also features optional on-board diagnostics allowing for operators to easily monitor proper ride height and lift. By adding user-friendly diagnostic software and blink codes to the warning lights, operators are able to assess any problems or diagnose error and fault codes.
Features
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Robust Frame Mount Brackets
The UltraRide frame mount brackets increase durability, improve handling characteristics and reduce frame stress for longer service life. The designed geometry of the front hanger and air spring brackets also combine for increased frame strength.
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Height Control System
The height control system maintains optimum ride height loaded or unloaded. The easy-to-adjust height sensors will not collect metal that may adversely affect height readings. You can be confident of more accurate readings across multiple applications.
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Axle Alignment & Proper Tracking
The lateral control rod and lower control arm shims ensure axle alignment and proper tracking. The robust bar pin bushings in the lateral control rod allow for lateral adjustment, while the pinion angle can easy be adjusted with shims.
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Tailored Air Springs & Rear Shocks
Tuned ride shocks are positioned at the rear of the axle for optimum roll stability and maximum ride comfort. The heavy-duty air springs offer low natural frequency for optimum ride qualities loaded or unloaded.
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2-Stage Compact Compressor
The 2-stage compressor operates at a lower temperature to help improve performance and durability. The 3.5 gallon tank allows faster dump and recovery cycling; enabling multiple cycles in a short amount of time.
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Electronic Air Kit
The electronic air kit speeds up recovery time for quicker takeoff. The system filters out normal road oscillations and unwanted height adjustments during hard braking to reduce air consumption. The kit is also designed with plug-and-play air-line connections for ease of installation.
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Two Modes of Operation
The Ambulance mode prevents the suspension from kneeling when the vehicle is in gear with a system enable signal. The Tower-Hauler mode ignores the input and allows the vehicle to kneel even if the vehicle is moving.
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Optional On-Board Diagnostics
Easily monitor proper ride height and lift with the user-friendly diagnostic software. By adding blink codes to the warning lights, drivers are able to diagnose error and fault codes without connecting to a PC.
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Ignition Timer
The ignition timer is a safety feature designed for ambulances in hospital emergency settings. The timer allows the vehicle to kneel after the ignition is turned off, but the vehicle will not recover during this time.
Specifications
Select model:
Ford UltraRide | |
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Weight (base unit) | 350 - 375 lbs |
Ride Height | 14.08 -17.6 in |
Capacity | 9,750 - 13,660 lbs |
GMC UltraRide | |
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Weight (base unit) | 260 - 360 lbs |
Ride Height | 16.33 - 21.5 in |
Capacity | 11,000 - 19,000 lbs |
Dodge UltraRide | |
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Weight (base unit) | 450 lbs |
Ride Height | 17.8 in |
Capacity | 12,000 - 13,500 lbs |
Weight (base unit) | Ride Height | Capacity | |
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Ford UltraRide | 350 - 375 lbs | 14.08 -17.6 in | 9,750 - 13,660 lbs |
GMC UltraRide | 260 - 360 lbs | 16.33 - 21.5 in | 11,000 - 19,000 lbs |
Dodge UltraRide | 450 lbs | 17.8 in | 12,000 - 13,500 lbs |
Literature
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Brochures
- Medium-Duty UltraRide
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Ford Obsolete (Parts Only)
- F350 with Ambulance Package (8M000068)
4x4 Chassis Cabs with Ambulance Package (2005-2007)
- F450 & F550 (8M000097)
Chassis Cabs 4x2 & 4x4 (2005-Newer Models)
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Dodge Obsolete (Parts Only)
- 4500 & 5500 (8M000100)
4x2 & 4x4 Chassis Cabs (2008-Newer Models)
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GM Obsolete (Parts Only)
- C4500 & C5500 (8M000070)
Chassis Cabs & Cutaway with Dana 80 (11K) or S110 (13.5K) Rear Axle (2003-Newer)
- C4500 & C5500 (8M000105)
4x2 Chassis Cabs with Dana (11K) or S110 (13.5K) Rear Axle (2006-Newer Models)
- C4500 & C5500 4x4 (8M000085)
4x4 Chassis Cab with Dana S110 (13.5K) Rear Axle (2006-Newer Models)
- C5500 (8M000078)
Chassis Cabs & Cutaways with Dana S150 (15K) or Dana S130 (15K) Axles (2004-Newer Models)
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Air Kits Obsolete (Parts Only)
- 2nd Height-Control Valve (800M0197)
- Air Control Kit Parts (800M0046)
- Commercial Duty Air Kit (800M1033)
Single 1 CFM Compressor | Integrated Air Drier | 150-175 psi Output | 30 Amps | 12 Volt DC | 2.5 gal Aluminum Pressure Tank
- Electronic Air Kit Parts (800M1200)
- Electronic Air Kit Parts (800M2143)
- Electronic Air Kit (800M1300)
Single 1 CFM Compressor | Integrated Air Drier | 150-175 psi Output | 30 Amps | 12 Volt DC | 2.5 gal Aluminum Pressure Tank
- Electronic Air Kit (800M1400)
- Electronic Heavy-Duty Air Dryer Parts (800M1073)
- Light Duty Air Kit (800M1032)
Single 1 CFM Compressor | Integrated Air Drier | 150-175 psi Output | 30 Amps | 12 Volt DC | 2.5 gal Aluminum Pressure Tank
- Retro Fit Air Dryer (800M1078)
Single 1 CFM Compressor | Integrated Air Drier | 150-175 psi Output | 30 Amps | 12 Volt DC | 2.5 gal Aluminum Pressure Tank
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Support Software
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Installation Kits
- Sway Bar (800M0134)
C4500 & C5500 4x2 (2003-Newer Models)
Sway Bar (Ahead Of Axle)
Link Models: 8M000070, 8M000078, & 8M000080
- Sway Bar (800M1044)
C4500 & C5500 4x2 (2006-Newer Models)
Sway Bar (Ahead Of Axle)
Link Models: 8M000090
- Rear Stabilizer Bar Kit (8M000085 & 800M1059)
C4500 & C5500 4x4 (2006-Newer Models)
Link Models: 8M000085
- Rear Sway Bar (800M1051)
C4500 & C5500 4x2 (2006-Newer Models)
Rear Sway Bar (Behind Axle)
Link Models: 8M000090 & 8M000105
- Rear Sway Bar (800M1052)
C4500 & C5500 4x2 (2003-Newer Models)
Rear Sway Bar (Behind Axle)
Link Models: 8M000070
- Rear Sway Bar (800M1053)
C4500 & C5500 4x2 (2003-Newer Models)
Rear Sway Bar (Behind Axle)
Link Models: 8M000087 & 8M000090
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Troubleshooting
- UltraRide Troubleshooting