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

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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 AL88231 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 and stops squat for safer towing and hauling.
  • Built-In Jounce Bumpers: Prevents bottoming out and keeps a smoother ride under load.
  • Adjustable 5–100 psi Air Pressure: Fine-tune firmness for towing or daily driving comfort.
  • Side-to-Side Leveling: Inflate each bag separately to balance uneven or off-center loads.
  • Durable 2-Ply Rubber Design: Reinforced air bags and roll plates resist leaks and damage.
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Features to know about

Stay Level and Confident Under Heavy Loads: Up to 5,000 lbs of Load-Leveling Capacity

Rear-end squat throws off your handling and headlight aim when you’re towing or hauling. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers provide up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling capacity to keep things level and stable front to back. By sharing the load across all four wheels, they help maintain safe braking and steering while preventing bottoming out under heavy tongue weight or bed cargo.

Smooth Out Rough Roads: Internal Urethane Jounce Springs Absorb Shock

Rough roads and uneven loads don’t stand a chance against the hybrid spring setup in this system. Inside each air bag is a closed-cell urethane jounce spring that engages progressively as the weight increases. It cushions road shock, cuts down on sway, and adds stability when cornering. Even if air pressure runs low, the internal jounces pick up the slack to help protect your suspension from harsh impacts.

Cutaway view of Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring showing internal urethane jounce spring for improved suspension support and comfort

Dial In Your Ride: Air Adjustable from 5 psi to 100 psi

No two hauls are the same, so the adjustable air springs let you fine-tune your setup for every job. Add air pressure when towing or carrying heavy loads for maximum support, or drop it closer to the 5 psi minimum when cruising unloaded for a softer feel. Manual inflation valves and air lines are included for simple setup, and independent adjustment lets you level side-to-side when loads aren’t centered.

Built Tough for Real-World Use: Reinforced Rubber and Corrosion-Proof Endcaps

Each LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate spring is built with 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber for durability and long service life. High-strength Zytel nylon endcaps resist corrosion and weigh less than steel without sacrificing strength. Air Lift’s exclusive upper and lower roll plates guard against punctures from moving parts and increase surface area for better ride quality at lower pressures. Urethane internal jounces require no maintenance, working reliably through hot and cold conditions.

Close-up of Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air spring showing protective roll plates that enhance durability and load capacity

Easy Bolt-On Upgrade: Brackets and Hardware Included

Everything needed for installation comes in the box—mounting brackets, hardware, manual valves, and air lines. The setup mounts directly to your existing suspension with basic tools, making it a solid option for DIY installation. Once installed, simply inflate through the accessible valves on your bumper or pair it with a compatible onboard compressor system (sold separately) for in-cab control and on-the-fly adjustments.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

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

Pressure Ratings

  • Adjustable air pressure: 5 psi - 100 psi

Warranty

  • Lifetime warranty
  • 60-Day satisfaction guarantee

Note

  • Service caution: When servicing your truck with Air Lift air springs installed, if the truck is lifted by the frame, the air must be let out of the springs. And if the rear of the truck is lifted during service, then it must be supported by jack stands to avoid damage to the air springs.

88231 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 Ultimate Air Bags with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Back Axle

Item # AL88231

Installation Details AL88231 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 2019 - 2028 Ram 3500 Pickup - 2 Wheel Drive
  • 2019 - 2028 Ram 3500 Pickup - 4 Wheel Drive



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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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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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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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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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Look great. Installed and operating



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Jaime B is legit!



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Thomas

12/5/2023

Ok. I have had air bags on 4 trucks. They all leak air so it’s common to ad air monthly. Make sure to use the plumbers tape on threads.



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Great customer service
Fast delivery
Excellent
quality components



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The whole process went easily,directions were clear and easy to follow,Took about two and a half hours, including a half hour beer break



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Had these air bags on my last truck 2500 Ram worked great. Never had to add air on 4 years. Bought new 3500 Ram going with the same bags..



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These airbags work great in my 2019 Ram 3500! No more squatting with my gooseneck trailer. Really happy with these airbags.



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Great excellent customer service cami the associate was more than helpful she was very patient very knowledgeable thanks again Cami. FYI some of these companies could use some Cami

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Gwendolyn Y.

1/13/2025

Hey Carey! I couldn't agree more, Cammi is a one-of-a-kind rock star.



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Josh in customer service made the purchase simple and stress free. Fast delivery with the right air bags for the truck

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Edward

12/13/2022

No problems at all. Works exactly as intended



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Have had a slow leak in one since day one. Air lift support not overly helpful. Had to furnish proof of purchase everytime I made contact with them. I'm living with the slow leak

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Jenny N.

8/8/2022

I reached out to the manufacturer about the leak that you are experiencing. They advised that they had sent out new elbow fittings to help to fix the leak. If you are still experiencing leaks please let us know.



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Works perfectly to level out my truck after setting the fifth wheel on the hitch. It helps with the rough interstate as well by controlling excessive bounce. It does increase the ride stiffness when empty so I have to manually let air out to around 10 psi to not notice the stiffness when empty. Installation was easy.

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Lee S.

11/24/2021

The air lift system is still working perfectly. Holds air pressure with no leakage. Thousands of miles towing fifth wheel doing what it was designed to do - carry the extra load.



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Shipping was fast!

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arrived the same day etrailer asked for a review. If you want any feedback you need to change your system to give people a few weeks to use the product in order to provide a review.



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Easy to order. Fast delivery.


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