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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

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5,000-lb Capacity. Designed to upgrade your rear suspension, LoadLifter 5000 air springs provide high-quality, full-time load support. They level your vehicle, improving braking and ride comfort and reducing the strain on your factory suspension. Great Prices for the best vehicle suspension from Air Lift. Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle part number AL57230 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Air Lift Vehicle Suspension

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • 5,000-lb Load Support: Levels your truck so braking, steering, and headlight aim stay consistent.
  • Adjustable 5–100 psi Air Pressure: Fine-tune firmness for towing, hauling, or daily driving comfort.
  • Smooths Out Rough Roads: Reduces sway and absorbs shock for a more stable, controlled ride.
  • Prevents Suspension Strain: Shares weight across all wheels to protect factory springs and tires.
  • Long-Term Dependability: Two-ply rubber bags with Zytel nylon caps resist corrosion and air leaks.
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Features to know about

Stay Level and Confident Under Load: Up to 5,000 lbs of Rear Suspension Support

Heavy trailers and bed loads can make the rear of your truck sag, throwing off braking and steering. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 system adds up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling support to keep your rig level and stable. By sharing the weight across all four wheels, it helps maintain safe headlight aim, reduces tire wear, and improves braking response when hauling or towing serious weight.

Dial In the Perfect Ride: Adjustable from 5 psi to 100 psi

Every load is different, and this system makes it easy to match your suspension to the job. Each air bag can be inflated independently between 5 psi and 100 psi for side-to-side and front-to-rear leveling. Light load? Drop the pressure for a smoother ride. Heavy load or uneven cargo? Add air until you’re level and stable. Manual inflation valves and air lines are included, with ports that mount conveniently on the bumper for quick access.

Smooth Out Rough Roads: Reinforced Rubber and Roll Plate Protection

Road shock and sway can wear you out fast when you’re towing or hauling. These air bags use 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber that absorbs bumps and vibrations so your ride feels more controlled. Air Lift’s exclusive upper and lower roll plates protect each spring from damage while boosting their load capacity for long-term reliability over miles of rough pavement or gravel roads.

Count on Strength That Doesn’t Rust Out: Zytel Endcaps and Heavy-Duty Hardware

Where other air springs use steel that can corrode, Air Lift builds these with high-strength Zytel nylon endcaps that are lighter, stronger, and corrosion resistant. That means no rust problems at the ends—just consistent pressure retention over time. Each kit comes complete with mounting brackets, hardware, air lines, and manual valves for installation using basic tools. And with a lifetime warranty plus a 60-day satisfaction guarantee, they’re built for the long haul.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

  • Load-leveling capacity: up to 5,000 lbs

Pressure

  • Adjustable air pressure: 5 psi - 100 psi

Warranty

  • Lifetime warranty
  • 60-Day satisfaction guarantee

57230 Airlift Load Lifter 5000 Air Bag Suspension Support System - Back Axle

Item # AL57230

Installation Details AL57230 Installation instructionsAlternate Instructions AL57230 Installation instructions

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5,000-lb Capacity. Designed to upgrade your rear suspension, LoadLifter 5000 air springs provide high-quality, full-time load support. They level your vehicle, improving braking and ride comfort and reducing the strain on your factory suspension.

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Installed yesterday and tried them out with the fifth wheel loaded. Leveled my truck out in seconds with a compressor. The installation video on the same page as the product was extremely easy to follow. Also, Joy was awesome with helping me select what I needed over the phone. Very happy with this.



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a very good choice. The F150 did not have enough stock suspension for my 24 foot trailer with a GVER 10,000lb. Now we all know the truck will pull that weight but when you hooked up it squatted.After installing the air lift it does not squat any more and the truck with a 5.0 has enough power to pull the weight. I had Monroe air shocks on it before but they would not do the job. I am very happy with the setup. I replaced the Monroe air shocks with Rancho shock's and the ride is amazing with or with out the trailer. This was a great investment for the long haul.



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Put these on my 2022 Ford F250 to assist with pulling my 5th wheel. Watched the etrailer YouTube video along with the instructions installation went smoothly.



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I didn’t do the install myself. However my mechanic talked me into these after adding a rack and rooftop tent to my ‘14 Tacoma. Absolutely Fantastic. I have a 3” suspension lift and the truck handles as near to stock as I can remember. Awesome product. Easy install (according to mechanic). Thanks all. Oh yes, one issue because I added a leaf spring when I lifted it. He had to find new shackles to allow for fit. FYI



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Took my time and followed included instructions exactly. Went together well! Haven’t towed with them yet, but definitely raised the back of my Tacoma with 26 lbs of air pressure that I tested for leaks with! Feel like they’ll be a big improvement when towing our 4200 lbs. camper!



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Very easy step by step instructions, how to install.It took me about two hours in my driveway. I got it because I haul a 35' travel trailer. Makes the ride a whole lot smoother



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Watched the install video twice before the shipment got here and had no problems installing it. Also installed the WirelessOne from Airlift at the same time. Picked up some 1/4" clamps to make the air lines look a little cleaner, and hold them in place during our snowy and icy winters. Including the WirelessOne system, it took about 8 hours from the time I washed the underside of the truck until I rolled it back out from the garage. Pulled the camper this morning and all my old issues have disappeared. Truck is level, trailer pulls great, and the cooling system is back to working as needed. Highly recommend this suspension kit!



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These were a great addition to my truck. I moved from Washington to Michigan 1 year ago. Heavily loaded trailer and truck. No sag, no issues. Full disclosure I had to get some custom U bolts made because of my setup, but I have had zero issues. Great buy.

I plumbed my airlines through the license plate which turned out to be very handy.



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Im very impressed with these airbags. So far they are doing the job.
These come with all hardware and instructions. I put 20 psi with no load to see how long the air would hold up. 2 weeks later im now at 15 psi which I'm satisfied.
The previous bags of another brand didnt hold air well even with no leaks.
I can tell the difference in ride quality. I've loaded the bed with landscaping materials and towed my boat with 15 psi and still holding strong. Looking forward to towing my Travel Trailer.
Customer service has also been great!



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This is not a review of the product but a review of the site. This is sold for a 2006 dodge ram. So I purchased it 4 months ago. Well I finally opened the product to install and it is for a 2006 dodge ram 1500. I own a 2500. So this product doesnt have the proper brackets to fit my truck. No where in the descriptions does it mention what model dodge ram it is for. It also doesn't display anything on the box to show you have the wrong product until it is opened and you review the install manual. So do your extra homework to make sure you purchase what actually fits



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This product won’t work with my 2006 2500 4x4 dodge diesel



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my air lift is missing some parts because my 06 Dodge Ram 3500 doesn’t have a jounce bumper strike plate attached to the axe mine needs something like u bolts and when I purchased the air lift it’s said that it would feet my pick up

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Thomas M.

1/25/2022

I will have Customer Service reach out to you.



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Shipping is great.
Have not installed
at this point.i will let you know

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Katrina B.

1/24/2023

We would appreciate an update to your review of your experience and how the item works for you once you have it installed.

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10/15/2023

Very easy to mount took about 45 minutes. Work great. Just make sure you tell your mechanic not to lift your pickup on a body lift as for my did and popped both of them. The manufacturer covered them under warranty as they had only been installed for 2 months.

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Mike L.

11/6/2023

@G That's excellent advice, thank you!


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After 1 year the product failed. The spot where the air filler hose fed into the bag failed and air could no longer be added. My trailer is probably around 5,000 lbs.
I guess this airbag system isn't built strong enough to handle that weight. I will be looking for something with a higher capacity.



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I've had this product installed for a year now, and it still hasn't let me down. I was skeptical about how close the bag sat next to the exhaust but haven't had a problem yet. The install was a breeze. If you are in the market and think these might help. Buy them and they will absolutely astound you with what they make your truck capable of towing confidently. I have a 04 single cab short bed ram 1500 that clocks in at the dump at 12k loaded. Thank you guys, these will go on all my work trucks.



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I should have bought these a long time ago! I’m so confident and impressed how well these air bags have improved my truck.


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    Hello David, thanks for reaching out. It is possible to put air bags on your 2004 Ram 1500, and there are spacers available which make the kits fit lifted trucks. I suggest going with an Air Lift brand kit, part # AL57230 for 4WD trucks or part # AL57257 for 2WD models. If you are unsure of how much lift you have or what spacer you need, the best way to determine this is to install the upper and lower brackets, measure the distance between them and subtract the height of the air bag....
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    No, it will not Dave but I have a set that does! Since your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 is the cab and chassis model you'll need the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs item # F2478. These air bags have a 5,000 lbs capacity that will level out the rear end of your Ram when you are towing a trailer or hauling a heavy load. All mounting brackets and hardware are included for installation. I recommend adding the Firestone Air Command item # F2610 to your truck. This onboard compressor will allow...
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  • How Heavy of a 5th Wheel Trailer Can a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Tow
    The 5th wheel towing capacity will be the same as the bumper pull towing capacity for a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500. It was not until the last 5 years or so that they gave them a different towing capacity for 5th wheel trailers. Therefore, if the dealer told you that your towing capacity is 12,000 lbs then that will be the heaviest 5th wheel trailer you can tow. However, I would be skeptical that the truck has a 12,000 lb towing capacity as the most well equipped 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 I was able...
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  • What Air Lift Kit Will Fit My 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 4WD With A 6" Lift
    I definitely have an air lift kit you can use, but the # AL57230 you mentioned is made for 1500 models only. For your 2005 Ram 2500 4x4 I recommend the Air Lift # AL57295. This will be the same Loadlifter 5000 kit, but made specifically for your Ram 2500 4WD model. It comes with everything you need, including 2 standard inflation valves that can be mounted on the rear bumper. Since your truck is lifted, you will need to use a spacer kit like the # AL52460. This will install between the...
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  • Is Curt Gooseneck Hitch C60733 for 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Compatible With Air Lift Air Bags AL57230
    I double-checked for you and can confirm that the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs # AL57230 on your 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 are completely compatible with the Curt Double Lock, Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch with Installation Kit # C60733. This is a really nice option for a hitch because it uses two pins to hold the hitch ball in place for added security, and is a below-bed mount which means you'll have a nice, clean bed when you aren't using the hitch for towing. The...
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  • Can I Use Air Lift Springs on 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 With 2-Inch Lift?
    It depends on how much lift your block actually provides. On its own, the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 # AL57230 can handle about an inch of lift. If the lift is more than that, you would need the 2" spacer # AL52420. To make sure, you can do some measuring on your truck. I attached a diagram below to guide you as you measure. You will need to measure the total distance between the mounting surfaces, and subtract that by 5-1/2", which is the air spring design height (A) for these air bags.
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  • Recommended Air Helper Springs for 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4
    Both AirLift and Firestone offer air helper spring options for your 2002 Ram 1500 4x4, but the right kit for you will depend on how you use your truck. Firestone uses a superior design on their air bags, utilizing a roll crimp to join the upper and lower plates to the air bag. This is a more durable connection than the band clamp arrangement used by AirLift, in my opinion. The Firestone # F2286 would be an excellent choice, but if you have an in bed gooseneck or 5th wheel hitch, or plan...
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  • Air Bags That Fit 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 With 4 Inch Lift
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  • Will Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Helper Springs AL57230 Fit A 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab?
    I reached out to my contact at Air Lift and the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle # AL57230 you were looking at is indeed confirmed to fit your 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4WD. You can T both air lines together so you have one fill port, but to do that you will need to purchase the Air Lift Union Tee for 1/4" Air Lines # AL21838 separately. There is not a gauge offered that will tell you the pressure in the helper springs, and instead you will just need to use...
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  • Is an Installation Kit Included with the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs Part # AL57230
    Although not shown on the product page, all of the airlines, fittings,and hardware required to install the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs part # AL57230 on your 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 are included with the kit. The included airlines will allow you to inflate the airbags via an external air compressor. In order to eliminate the need for an external air compressor and inflate the airbags from inside the cab of your vehicle, I recommend taking a look at the Air Lift Load Controller...
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