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

Part Number: AL88213
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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 - Rear Axle part number AL88213 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Air Lift Vehicle Suspension - AL88213

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • 5,000-lb Load Support: Levels your ride under heavy weight to keep handling and braking steady.
  • Built-In Jounce Springs: Absorbs shock and prevents bottoming out when air pressure is low.
  • Adjustable 5–100 psi: Lets you tune firmness for towing or daily driving comfort.
  • Side-to-Side Leveling: Balances uneven cargo so steering stays predictable and safe.
  • Durable 2-Ply Air Bags: Reinforced rubber with roll plates and Zytel nylon caps resists leaks and wear.
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Features to know about

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

Heavy trailers, campers, or work gear can make the rear of your truck sag, throwing off handling and braking. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers add up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling capacity to keep your ride level and steady. By balancing weight across all four wheels, you maintain steering control and proper headlight aim even when hauling serious weight.

Smooth Ride and Load Stability: Internal Urethane Jounce Springs

Rough roads and uneven loads don’t have to mean a harsh ride. These air springs use built-in urethane jounce springs that engage progressively as the load increases to absorb bumps, reduce sway, and help with cornering. The internal jounces also work as a fail-safe if air pressure drops, letting you temporarily carry a load with zero air pressure while protecting your suspension from bottoming out.

Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring showing internal urethane jounce bumper inside for enhanced load support and ride comfort.

Dial In the Ride You Want: Adjustable 5 psi to 100 psi Air Pressure

Whether you’re running empty or towing heavy, the LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate lets you fine-tune your setup. Adjust air pressure anywhere from 5 psi to 100 psi for the right balance of firmness and comfort. Inflate both springs equally for front-to-back leveling or adjust them independently for side-to-side leveling when loads are off-center. Manual inflation valves are included for simple adjustments using standard air fittings.

Built Tough for Long-Term Reliability: Reinforced Rubber and Zytel Nylon Endcaps

These air springs are made from 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber protected by Air Lift’s exclusive upper and lower roll plates that guard against punctures from nearby parts. The high-strength Zytel nylon endcaps are lighter, stronger, and more corrosion resistant than steel, extending the life of the system. Each kit includes two air springs with internal jounces, mounting brackets, hardware, air lines, and manual inflation valves—all built to handle heavy-duty use and changing conditions season after season.

Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring with protective upper and lower roll plates for improved suspension support and durability.

Straightforward Installation for DIY Setups

This system installs between the frame and leaf springs without complicated modifications. Just mount the brackets, connect the air lines, inflate, and go. It’s designed for practical do-it-yourself installation using basic tools so you can get dependable suspension support without shop downtime or special equipment.

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

88213 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 Ultimate Air Bags with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Back Axle

Installation Details AL88213 Installation instructions

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Very easy to install on my 2021 Ford Transit! All hardware is provided and the instructions were spot on. I definitely recommend these when running at or near capacity. Makes a huge difference in handling and ride.
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One of the rods broke right off, I had to get it repaired in less than a year.
However, I do have to say with all fairness the van was almost maxed out on weight so that was probably the contributing factor.
The company is very responsive, I would order from them again.
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Does what it’s supposed to. Easy install with zero issues.
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The install was easy. I installed the air pump inside my van on a shelf behind the driver's seat.
Works great. The only con is the price of the air pump. This pump is made in China and $800 plus
Is more than twice what it should cost.
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Excellent customer service as usual. This is truly my favorite vendor.
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Great customer service, thank you
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Leaking since day one
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Sierra K.

7/8/2022

This is still under warranty. I will email you information about how to go about contacting the manufacturer.

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Ordering was easy, delivery was fast and the product is exactly what I expected.
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2017 Ford Transit T250
Excellent product+++++ Recommended +++++
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Ford Transit Connect
Product arrived quickly. Very easy install on a Transit 250.
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Jenny N.

10/3/2022

I am sorry that you were not happy with the helper springs. I am happy to help you in any way that I can.

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2019 Ford Transit T150
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2023 Ford Transit T250
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2024 GMC Sierra 1500
I was easy to install just a few hours. Everything in the kit fit well. It would be nice if an extension brackets were provided for the brake line/abs wire mounting bars would be included like the brake line adapters that’s provided in the kit is my only recommendation to make it top notch.
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Claire H.

8/11/2026

Glad to hear the install went smoothly! Thanks for the suggestion on the brake line/ABS brackets too. Definitely something that could make a good kit even better!

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2024 Nissan Titan XD
Just had them installed, I’ll be hauling a 9800lb travel trailer soon. That will be the real test!
Added 40lbs of air, they sit the rear of truck up nicely.
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Mike L.

8/19/2026

Nice job Debbie, please let us know how they handle your trailer!

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2020 Ford F-150 Raptor
Works amazing. The install was a little more difficult than it appears… It actually took me and a couple other guys five hours to get it completely installed.
There was a lot of cutting/grinding metal to make pieces fit properly, and had to drop the axel completely… I think that’s only for my gen 2 raptor.
At the end of the day, though I’m very happy with the result
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Tanner @.

8/12/2026

Product works great and helps level the truck during towing. I have noticed a difference in the amount of travel my back wheels have when offloading. But I knew that would be a sacrifice.

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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Great instructions and easy installation! Fit perfectly! Loaded my tractor to test them out and they completely leveled my sagging truck with 42psi.
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Brooke M.

3/24/2025

Happy to hear these are getting the job done! Your set up looks great, and man! What a beautiful picture. Blue, sunny skies, green grass, a cool breeze (I'd wager) perfect day to hitch up the trailer and get some work done!

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Matt

3/24/2026

Been great! I really don’t like the internal jounce stops though. When you are unloaded and running lower bag pressure, a dip or bump will hit the bump stops really hard and jar your passengers in the backseat. It’s almost too uncomfortable to ride in the backseat now. As for the loaded and high pressure performance it’s great! Great handling and no sag at all when towing.

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The truck rides much better now, though I haven’t yet towed with the air bags yet. The bags took out that annoying side to side movement.
Just great!
Easy to install.
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Kate F.

1/21/2026

Install looks fantastic Lloyd! Glad to hear they helped with the side to side movement. What kind of trailer are you going to be towing with the new set-up? Fun camper, work trailer?

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Deliver was awesome, installation was a little more complicated than expected but had installed big wig sway bar and torklift lower wedges added some unexpected fitment modifications but I can say has delivered results I wanted.
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Nick S.

1/5/2026

That is great to hear, even with some modifications I am glad this is what you were wanting. That truck bed camper set up looks awesome. Do you have any big trips planned this year?

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I purchased a set of these airbags for my old truck from etrailer and ran them for 17 years pulling a 42’ fifth wheel without any problems. So there was no hesitation for me to order the same for my new truck. I looked up everything I needed up on the etrailers site and called Josh at etrailer and he verified what I needed and got it on order. Also he verified my onboard compressor would work with the new air bags. Everything was received in a few days as usual. The airbags came with very good instructions and were no trouble to install and installation went quickly and have been preforming great. etrailer is always my go too for my truck and camper parts, also the bonus is if you have any problems or questions you can call etrailer and talk to a real person and get any problems corrected. etrailer for the win.
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I did the installation myself with auto ramps and a bottle jack. The instructions were good, however, some of the pictures were dark and hard to see. At 60 PSI and no load the truck rides like it has no shocks so I have been running 10 PSI and it seems to be great. 2015 F250 4x2 ext cab. I drilled the TAG screws and install the air fill ports in there place.
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Gwendolyn Y.

7/23/2025

That’s a pretty clever spot for the air fittings, I’m definitely taking note for the future! Also, if you ever run into instructions where the images are hard to see, feel free to reach out. We’re happy to email you a clearer digital copy anytime!

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Toyota Tundra
Incredible difference! Even with a weight distribution hitch i couldn’t get my toyhauler and tundra level. The internal jounce alone raised my hitch several inches but with air, Wow! Also note, you CAN keep the RAS helper springs installed. You just have to pry a little when installing the U-bolts.
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ford F-250 Super Duty
Good system seems to made very well. I also got the Airlift Compressor as well Would have done 5 stars but the quick mount doesn't fit a 2025 F250 frame. About an inch to small. DIRECTIONS are terrible, pictures are blurry. Had to you tube the install. for that much money a couple of more pages explaining better with clear pictures.
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Overall I am very pleased with the LoadLifter 5000. I purchased for a 2017 Tundra 1794 which we pull a 26' travel trailer. Prior to purchase the truck & trailer had a noticeable sag and it was challenging to distribute the weight in the trailer to reduce the sag. With the LL5000 the sag is eliminated with around 40 psi and the overall feel of the truck & trailer was much more solid and less bouncy when going over rough roads. Also, I was able to haul some lumber several times were the load was around 1,700 lbs which was 600 lbs over the stock capacity of the Tundra of 1,100 lbs...this was done with 60 psi. The LL5000 really showed their performance there with no sag with this load. The only reason I give a 4 out of 5 stars is the drive performance when not carrying a load or towing the trailer. Unfortunately the drive is not as smooth as the stock configuration. I've tried adjusting the pressure from 0 psi thru 30 psi in intervals of 5 psi and unfortunately there's some added bumpiness no matter which psi is selected. Overall, at around 10psi that seems to be the best ride but again, not the smoothness of the stock configuration. But if you're needing to eliminate sag with a trailer or boost your haul capacity, the LL5000 will definitely satisfy those needs.
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