How much does each one cost to put on a '05 Mazda Tribute?

A lot, in any vehicle.

Air would be better in a vehicle like that though as it probably has sub-frames instead of a full frame.....even if it did have a full frame it would needto either be boxed in or re-inforced in specific spots.

Depends on a lot of things, 4X4 forget about it, it will triple your labor. 2 wheel drive will need notches/shock relocations welded on/components in your engine bay relocated/ not sure about the rear in a truck we just cut a section out of the bed.

Standard air ride installed runs 5G's around here, hydros start at 5G's

^ not entirely true.

A lot will depend on what shock set-up you run as well.

If you run struts in the front, you can run an air strut, which is a strut with the coil replaced by a bag.

If you also have rear struts, the same applies.

Depending on your 4x4 set up, a lot could need to be done depending on the suspension travel the air ride creates. Drive shafts could need to be lengthened, control arms may need modification....I think the Tribute is all wheel drive so, you may be spending more than you planned.

I have no idea what air ride could cost, I have a CCE hydro set-up in my basement that I got cheap but if you are buying new, plan on spending 10K after labour for a basic set-up.

I've seen basic sets, out of the box, for 2G's, installation is another subject though...

There are plenty of things that are capable of going wrong with an air ride setup. Thats what turned me off it.

besides, it takes away all the space for the subs ;)

it's 2WD

Does your mom know you want to **** up her ride? [img]graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

maybe... [img]smile.gif[/img]

Air struts can run 800US each depending on application, I'm not quoting crap components that some company sells cause they will just break or not fit properly and cause you more labor.

get a setup made for your application, problems with hydros is for them to work to there fullest potential they may need 3 or more batteries( can be put in a tray under the truck or in the hatch area, either or it adds Wight and space consumption.
I worked with hydraulic applications for years ( heavy duty) nothing lasts forever so have a spare hose handy to slap on to get you home just in case ;)

As for air ride stay away from the exhaust!

Also.. the auto hydraulic systems i have seen always ran on 48V forklift batteries, have a seperate voltage gauge, nothing sucks more then slamming to the ground and not having the power to raise back up and doing the scrape thing alllll the way home..