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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Front Axle

Part Number: AL88101
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5,000-lb Capacity. LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air springs have internal bumpers, so you get the adjustable load support of air springs and the comfort and reliability of jounce springs. Jounces also work as a fail-safe if air springs lose pressure. Great Prices for the best vehicle suspension from Air Lift. Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Front Axle part number AL88101 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Air Lift Vehicle Suspension - AL88101

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • 5,000-lb Load Support: Keeps your vehicle level and stable when towing or carrying heavy loads.
  • Smooth, Controlled Ride: Internal jounce bumpers absorb road shock and reduce bounce or bottoming out.
  • Adjustable Air Pressure (5-100 psi): Fine-tune side-to-side or front-to-back leveling for uneven loads.
  • Reliable Under Pressure: 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber with Zytel nylon endcaps resists leaks and corrosion.
  • Simple DIY Install: Mounts between frame and leaf springs with included brackets, lines, and valves.
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Features to know about

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

When the front end starts to sag from a heavy load or towing setup, the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air springs step in with up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling capacity. The system levels the vehicle front to back and can even balance side to side for off-center loads. Adjustable air pressure from 5 psi to 100 psi lets you dial in the right support to keep steering sharp, braking predictable, and headlights aimed correctly when the truck’s working hard.

Close-up of Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air helper spring showing protective roll plates that extend suspension life and improve load support

Smooth Out Rough Roads: Built-In Jounce Springs for Comfort and Control

Each air spring houses an internal urethane jounce spring that takes the edge off bumps and jolts. These jounces engage progressively—the more weight you add or the rougher the road, the more support they give. They absorb road shock, help prevent bottoming out, and keep cornering stable without making the unloaded ride harsh. If air pressure ever drops too low, the jounce springs temporarily carry the load so your suspension stays protected until you can adjust it.

Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air bag showing internal urethane jounce spring for improved ride comfort and suspension support

Built Tough for Heavy-Duty Work: Reinforced Rubber and Corrosion-Proof Endcaps

The LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate system is made with 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber air springs built for long life under heavy use. Exclusive upper and lower roll plates protect each bag from moving parts and add load capacity. The high-strength Zytel nylon endcaps are lighter and stronger than steel and won’t corrode over time, so you get reliable performance through heat, cold, and moisture.

Set It Up Yourself: Easy Installation with Manual Inflation Valves Included

Mounting this setup is straightforward—it installs between the frame and leaf springs with included brackets, hardware, air lines, and manual inflation valves. Once in place, just add air through the inflation valves to set your ride height for any load. For even more convenience, you can pair it with an optional compressor system that lets you monitor and adjust pressure from inside the cab. With this setup in place, you’re ready for steady handling whether loaded or unloaded.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

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

Performance

  • Adjustable air pressure: 5 psi - 100 psi

Warranty

  • Lifetime warranty
  • 60-Day satisfaction guarantee

88101 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 Ultimate Air Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Front Axle

Installation Details AL88101 Installation instructions

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4.7

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5,000-lb Capacity. LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air springs have internal bumpers, so you get the adjustable load support of air springs and the comfort and reliability of jounce springs. Jounces also work as a fail-safe if air springs lose pressure.

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Looks easy to install, hardware package was open hopefully all bolts and hardware is there!



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This was exactly what our motorhome needed. The air bags firmed up the suspension and tightened the steering for better control.



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As a mechanic for 50 years I had the necessary tools,my wife at 83 and I at 84 installed the air boots. They were easy to install and made a great difference in the handling, they raised the front end and helped eliminate the sway from passing tractor trailers and high cross winds on I-95. They fit perfectly on our 2020 Ford RV motor home F53 model, no drilling necessary, in the frame.



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Order was on time excellent product



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Awesome products and great customer ser vice.



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Easy installation looking forward to ride improvements



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Easy to install but have not ran a test run with my motor home as of yet but I’m happy with the installation and how well the air bags are built.



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Looks like a good product,time will tell



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Everything is just as advertised outstanding company



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everything looks great have not installed yet



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must drill holes on the frame on 2004 g ulfstream



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Awesome service



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Excellent service



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The air bags fit the front of my class a motorhome just fine. I plan on using the air bags to level the motorhome as the suspension is sagging a little.
Great product.



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The airlift 5000 does a great job of smoothing out my motorhome. My 2004 fleetwood pace arrow on a workhorse chassis is the worst suspension of the three motorhomes Ive owned. Ive added sumo springs which helped a little. And now the airlift 5000 has made my suspension better. Drilling the two holes through the frame requires patience and strength when lying on the ground. Well worth the time.



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Lower bracket is not strong enough. Collapsed on the first trip. A replacement was sent out but did not last. I had to fabricate a support under the center of the bracket to prevent bending.

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Jenny N.

5/5/2022

You mentioned that the lower brackets were not strong enough and had to be replaced. I wanted to see if you would be able to send a picture of the location? Was this installed on your 2002 Workhome W Series RV?


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See what our Experts say about this Air Lift Vehicle Suspension

  • Air Bags For 2004 Fleetwood Bounder 32W on Workhorse Chassis
    We do indeed have both front and rear air bags for your 2004 Fleetwood Bounder 32W on a workhorse chassis, with the correct fits being the following part numbers: - Rear: Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers # AL88202 - Front: Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers # AL88101 These do both have internal jounce bumpers inside the air springs and are going to provide your motorhome with a more level...
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  • AirLift Ultimate Air Helper Springs for 2008 Fleetwood Bounder 35 Class A Motorhome
    For the 2008 Fleetwood Bounder class A motorhome, there were 2 different chassis choices, the Ford F53 or the Workhorse. The kit that would work for you will depend on which chassis your motorhome was built on. For the Ford chassis, you'd want to use # AL88140 for the front axle. AirLift doesn't offer an Ultimate application for the rears, you'll need to use the # AL57410 which doesn't feature the internal bumpers. For the Workhorse chassis, you'll use the AirLift Ultimate # AL88101 for...
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  • Installation Instructions of Front Bags on 2003 Itasca SunCruiser on Workhorse W22 Chassis
    When installing the AirLift # AL88101 you do not need to remove the factory jounce bumpers and they will not be installed in the same place. You will want the air bags to install forward of the axle and your stock jounces should be behind the axle. Additionally, because of their size, the AirLift bags will engage before the stock jounces so they can be removed if you desire.
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  • Air Bag Helper Springs For a 2003 Dolphin RV Motorhome On a Workhorse W-22 Chassis
    The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs # AL88101 are confirmed to fit the front of your 2003 Dolphin with the Workhorse W22 chassis. These have the internal jounce bumpers that will help to reduce bouncing and reduce the risk of damage to the bags in the event they become under inflated. We also have the matching Air Springs # AL88202 for the rear suspension. These also have the internal jounce bumpers. I recommend using the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System #...
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  • Will SumoSprings and Air Lift Kit Fit Together on the Front of a 2008 Winnebago
    Hey Robert, thanks for reaching out! The Front Axle SumoSprings # SSF-280-47 sit in the same location as the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 # AL88101 on your 2008 Winnebago so you'll need to choose one or the other. For a no maintenance setup I recommend the SumoSprings, but if you want more control over how much support you get then you'll want the Air Lift kit instead.
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  • What is the Leveling Capacity and Side to Side Leveling Operations of the Air Lift LoadLifter
    The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers # AL88101 for your 2004 Workhorse W-Series do have the ability to level your Workhorse front to back and side to side. If you have a well centered load, then putting air in the right bag would likely require you to also put air in the left bag. If you have an off center load, then you may need more air in one bag versus the other. Air Lift does not provide a "distance" for the air bags. The bags are designed...
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