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When you hook up a trailer or load down the bed, rear-end sag can throw off your steering and braking. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air helper springs add up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling support so your truck stays level front to back. That means safer headlight aim, steadier handling, and less strain on brakes and tires when hauling or towing heavy gear.
Every job or trip brings a different load. These air bags let you fine-tune air pressure from 5 psi to 100 psi so you can dial in the perfect balance between comfort and support. Inflate both equally to keep things level front to back or adjust them independently for side-to-side leveling when cargo is off center. Manual inflation valves and air lines are included, and a compressor system can be added if you want in-cab control later on.
Built-in jounce bumpers inside each air spring act as a safety backup in case pressure drops. They engage progressively under load to absorb bumps and minimize bottoming out without a harsh impact. Because they’re made from closed-cell urethane, they work quietly and smoothly while giving extra protection for your suspension if an air bag ever loses air.
These springs are designed for real work environments. The 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber air bags are protected by Air Lift roll plates that guard against contact with moving parts and increase load capacity. High-strength Zytel nylon endcaps are lighter and more corrosion resistant than steel, extending the life of the suspension system through years of heat, cold, and road grime.
With brackets, hardware, manual valves, and air lines in the box, setup is straightforward. The system mounts to existing points on the rear axle and frame using common hand tools. Once installed, a quick inflation through the bumper-mounted valves gets you ready for the next haul without extra shop time or special equipment.
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Ratings & Reviews
Follow the instructions and its pretty easy to install. Everything fit as it was supposed to
Has worked great for over a year now
Love the air bags. Prompt shipping and great instructions. Called for advice on which unit to purchase and customer service was friendly and very helpful.
Easy to install. And fits great. Trailer rides so much better
My only issue is the bags seam to lose pressure. Can heat affect the pressure? I may see different pressures hot or cold.
When pressure is right the towing and handling is spot on.
I have a work truck with a heavy utility body that has really stressed the rear suspension. Put these on my truck, install was easy and didn't take very long. My truck immediately drives like it did when it was new. Great breaking, no more roll and a much stiffer ride, plus my headlights are back in the right alignment.
Great place to order from. These were easy to install. Great information on there web site.
Order processing could be a bit quicker as it takes about three days just to process your order before it ships from their facility.
Although I do like the fact that their website is full of great information and knowledgeable staff to answer any questions.
Second set of these Airbags I have put on a truck. All I can say is that there is a reason they don't show you the passenger side installation, as it is much harder to get the bags inserted on the passenger side. I did the installation in a gravel lot and only had a small hydrophilic floor jack that I was able to set on orange trailer leveling blocks to get the additional height I needed. I jacked the truck up from the hitch and used a jack stand and the floor jack to hold it in place. I was able to get the necessary separation without ever having the wheels leave the ground. Sounds a little sketchy but after I set it up this way gave it a good push from the tailgate and the sides of the truck and there was no movement at all....I'm an old guy that doesn't take many chances.
One tip if you do it this way....don't waist time trying to work from below like they are doing in the video. You do have to be under the truck to get the bags into place and get that first bolt started. But you can put the second bolt and nut on and tighten them up by accessing it from the side, as the top mounting plates are above the tire level at that point. It is much easier to work, when you can see what you are doing.
David
6/19/2021
These continue to work flawlessly and my primary use is to give me some adjustability while towing our Airstream trailer. We have it paired with the wireless compressor and can add air on the fly while towing.
Great product easy to install and follow pictures instructions.
Installed it last night! Excited to feel and see the difference towing our fifth wheel this weekend :)
Mike L.
10/16/2025
Awesome job, Heather! How do you like your air helper springs?
Mike L.
10/20/2025
They were easy for any handy guy to install . It took about 2 hrs. They lifted my 2500 ram to sit level with my 37ft. 5th wheel. I even leave them as is, when I'm not hooked up, and don't notice a difference. I ran two separate lines to near my rear license plate, no compressor. I'm glad I didn't spend that extra money. You rarely change the pressure, and it's so easy to do.
Jim S.
3/4/2022
Im very happy with the air bags. I rv full time, so I tow a 14,000lb 5th wheel. The bags keep my 34ton truck level. The bags dont have much if any effect on the ride. Id buy them again
This is a great system for my 2022 ram limited 2500. Originally I had some sagging issues with the truck as I was using a 24ft enclosed trailer to move across states, these bags were the Perfect setup to fix the sagging. When aired up with the full trailer it lifted the rear of my Ram 2-3in and almost completely leveled out the truck. Installation was a breeze if your even remotely mechanical. Ride is stiffer when aired up but that's what I needed.. when aired down, under normal driving no real change to ride quality. Great product if you tow anything in my opinion whether it's boats, dump trailers, car trailers, etc!!
Works good. Easy install
Easy to install. Made from good quality materials. Josh was very helpful and thorough when I called to purchase.
Victoria H.
2/26/2025
Hi Michael, I'm happy to hear install went so smoothly and that Josh was helpful! I'll him know you reached out!
Easy to install (take the wheel off).
My wife and I did the install in 3hr 55min. We stopped a lot to double check our work and check the instructions. A couple minor things there. Tighten the large washer at the start. It's easier than trying to tighten it later. And the picture shows the washer is tight and against the edge of the lower strike plate but the instructions don't agree. We followed the picture.
We brought the schrader valve up to the fuel compartment. Used a few extra zip ties to help maintain the curves in the air line. Made a short run to our dump, almost 10 miles round trip. I'll inspect it tomorrow and retighten everything. In 4 days we'll take the camper for a short trip. A shake down of sort.
One yearlater, working great still. I paired this with the star cradles on my ram 2500 power wagon. I installed an air compressor and an air tank as well. Now I have on board air for tires and such as well. Highly recommended!
These work great. My truck was sagging really badly when I hooked up my 5th wheel, and this was what I needed to level it back up.
I installed these on my 2019 Ram 2500 and they worked great without fail. So when I bought my new Ram 2500 I ordered these again, but with the bump stops because I tow a heavy travel trailer. I’m sure they will be great once I install them. They just arrived.
Product was delivered quickly. Took about 1 1/2 to install these air bags. The instructions were very helpful and precise. Ran the air fittings out at bottom of bumper in the black trim next to hitch. I have had these on for about 3 weeks and just went camping. The bags help keep my 40’ travel trailer riding smoothly and gave the support that was needed being that my camper is tongue heavy. Would definitely recommend these bags. I would also recommend etrailer because they was very helpful with my questions and got the product out quick.
Just one truck of many that I have installed the airlift 5000's onto. Always satisfied. Thanks again.
The actual product is top notch, un fortunately, the instructions are somewhat vague and poor quality pictures made the installation hard to follow. The best help was on YouTube from realtruck. Very clear and precise directions are given on that video.
Victoria H.
3/13/2025
Thanks for sharing your insight Donald! This is helpful information for sure.
2021 Ram 2500 install was easy, it took a while to run the airlines. I pull a 5th wheel camper 700 miles each trip, the air bags eliminated the side by side roll and keeps the bed level. So far I am very satisfied with the results. When I am not pulling a trailer I lower the air bags to 10lbs for a better ride.
Kate F.
3/4/2026
Glad to hear you are keeping air in there when not in use Bradley! Are you always going to the same place on those 700 mile trips?
Easy install thanks to a Great Video & decent paper instructions. I installed them using a single line for air compression. Extremely pleased with the performance & quality. Will be ordering the "Wireless One" onboard compressor shortly to complete the project! Great job, folks!!
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.
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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Christin
9/18/2020
These air bags have been great. A year of constant load driven on highway and 4x4 roads and no problems. Only added air once. I would highly recomend!