Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
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When the rear starts to sag under a trailer or a bed full of cargo, these Firestone Ride-Rite air springs hold the line. With up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling capacity, they mount between the frame and rear suspension to keep everything level and stable. That means better steering control, steadier braking, and even headlight aim when you’re hauling the heavy stuff. The double-convoluted rubber design cushions road shock so the ride stays smooth instead of harsh or bouncy.
Every load is different, and these springs let you dial in air pressure from 5 psi to 100 psi so the suspension always feels right. Inflate both sides evenly when loaded or tweak each bag individually with the separate manual valves to balance off-center loads. With the lines routed to the bumper for easy access, setting up for a tow or returning to daily driving is quick and straightforward.
Each air spring is built with four layers of reinforced rubber wrapped by a braided wire girdle that locks in its double-convoluted shape. Corrosion-resistant metal end plates and a rolled crimp seal keep everything tight under pressure. That construction gives maximum durability and prevents permanent sagging or friction in the leaf springs, even after years of hauling or towing.
The Ride-Rite kit comes ready with custom-fit brackets, air springs, hardware, airline, and separate inflation valves. The brackets bolt to your existing axle and frame mounting points, with drilling only needed on some setups. Once installed, you’ve got dependable support that works with your existing suspension without changing how your truck drives when unloaded.
The construction material of the fittings may vary.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
93% were satisfied with this product
7% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
The ride right air bags on my f150 were great for the purpose I purchased them for was extra weight in bed of truck, 1st pair lasted 9yrs in Minnesota snow & salt also plow with this truck so I was quite satisfied with them. I have since putting on the second set of air bags sold the truck, but I know it is still performing for the new owner.
The air bags are great quality products, but some of the hardware is very poor quality. While I was installing the ublots over the leaf springs to the bottom of the bracket the stamped or pressed to deform lock nuts seized up and I snapped off half the threaded portion of the ubolt which itself should've been of grade 8. Love the kit just very disappointed with the hardware
I researched airbags before I purchased. The firestone bags are rated higher than the airlift bags. The kit was fairly easy to install. I did the job by myself in approx 2hrs. I havent pulled a load yet, but everything operates like its supposed to.
Great product, easy to install. Going to put to put them to use next weekend.
The product was as advertised and installation was straight forward,especially with the video on the website. The only reason it's not 5 stars is one of the Schrader valves to fill the bags was broken In the box.the box was not packed well and heavy metal parts rolling around in the box during shipping broke the valve had to rig up a new one from a fleet store in town,which means they don't match and the no drill bracket had to drill a bigger hole to fit the new part.
Everytime I order from eTrailer the products arrive faster and the installation gets more enjoyable. I used the air bag system to correct trailer sway and vehicle sag on my '09 F150. Putting these brackets on the suspension was awsome with only three common hand tools and the results are wonderful. I needed the adjustability of air ride to compensate for light loads when empty and of course heavy trailer weight when pulling a 20ft enclosed v-nose. This system allows me to maintain level vehicle travel with just a portable air tank and a low pressure tire PSI gauge.
The product is very high quality, well built and designed. Installed easily in about an hour and a half. Watching the online video helped. Inflated them to 40 psig to start with trailer attached, still had a little bounce so I went to 50 psig. That completely cured the problem. I used a bicycle pump with a built in gauge it worked great to accurately set the pressure. Not much pumping because it is a low volume of air. It did make the ride much more firm. Set the air back to 5 psig when not towing feels like they are not even on the truck. Made the towing experience much more enjoyable. No sea sick passengers.
Haven't had a chance to install but the bags were delivered very quickly. The install video that Etrailer has on them is great. Worth the look.
Works great, install was relatively easy, videos from etrailer.com were a huge help. Someone asked the question if the Ford rear wheel well liners (aftermarket accessory) were compatible with this product. I can confirm that yes they are compatible, but you will need to cut about a 2" x 7" strip out of the liner around the upper frame bracket. It will be very obvious what you need to cut, and it is very simple to do (a sturdy pair of scissors or a pair of tin shears will work to make the cut). Once the frame bracket is installed and the wheel liner pushed into place above it, you won't even be able to tell it has been cut.
Product was as described, It arrived on time and etrailer.com did there job well with helpful videos and advise.
I would advise having a good lift to install these air springs I didn't and it was a challenge and took much longer than expected. I installed the air springs on a 2013 F150 4x4 super cab and jacked the truck up and did it from a creeper on the floor. It just took longer than I had hoped but the installation and instructions were fine and the product seems of good quality.
After one year of owning the Firestone air bag kit I couldn't be happier!! I should have put them in before I picked up my 28 ft travel trailer. Much improved handling and very little bounce over big ruts. They never leak down. I definitely recmmend them.
The parts that we bought (air bag kit for F150) was somewhat simple to install and works great!
Very happy with this product.
Would recommend this product!
Maui Joe
10/30/2021
It’s the best thing I bought for the weight issue! Awesome product!
Installation was well documented in the instructions. It probably took me longer than some because my wheels had bonded to the hubs and would not easily release. After installation was completed, they worked very well. When not carrying a load I lower the air pressure to about 10lbs and the smoother ride is restored. I use them primarily for towing and have been very happy with them.
It was easier to install the ride rite air helper springs than to remove the wheels from my ford f 150. Note. The nuts are a type that need no lock washers. so they go on with a degree of effort. You will need an air ratchet with at least 80 fp lbs torque. Or a very large forearm. Follow the online instructions and with average mechanical skill and basic tools installation is not too difficult. Faster an easier with air tools. Shipping from E Trailer.com was better than expected. One day ahead of scheduled delivery. Ran a road test with my 29 foot trailer and felt noticeably more solid. Excellent product and supplier. PS. Get a 9/16 deeeep well socket.
The airbags work flawlessly. installation was easy. The etrailor install video made it a snap. Ordering was painless as usual
Don
1/8/2021
Still no regrets. They hold pressure forever. Help ride quality even when NOT towing
Great product and very easy installation
Good quality product, instructions are clear and kit was complete.
The frame-mounting with the tabs is cheezy, and quite difficult on the driver side where access hole to the frame is obstructed by wiring/hydraulic lines. I recommend a solution that only uses access from outside of frame -- like a toggle bolt... after all the torque was only 20 ft-lb.
Rcerne
6/12/2013
I agree with Rob B on the frame mounting tabs. Definitely a two person job lining up the tabs with the bolts. Other than that it was an easy install and well worth the money. If you are going to haul a heavy trailer this is by far the way to go!
Lloyd C.
11/16/2013
Installed a set today on my 2013 F-150. Nothing about this product is cheezy. I owned a repair shop for 35 years and was impressed with the quality of this kit. A toggle bolt would not replace the steel plate firestone uses for the bracket mounting inside the frame . All in all, a first class problem solver. Lloyd Church Powell Butte, Oregon
Two things: a special tubing cutter needs to be furnished with each kit—99% of leaks are caused by bad joints at the fittings;
The metal parts need to be hot dipped galvanized base coat and powder coated on top layer. The system would be nearly perfect if they didn’t succumb to corrosion!
Otherwise, I love mine!!
DSW
My first time ever-mounting the F252 in any vehicle I own. I was dubious as to whether I could install the item myself. And truthfully, installing the first (left) side took about an hour and a half. I have to say without the instructions being as clear and precise as they are, I would have given up and sent them back.
The (right) side was, I will say a "Snap". Thirty minutes more and the set was in and ready to pressure test. In conclusion, following the instructions and the will to get the job done has given me a feeling of being safer when hauling heavier loads with my F-150. The stability the F252 adds to hauling cargo and distribution of load from back suspension to front suspension makes hauling a much safer and sounder way to drive as well as carryl loads on my trailer.
Gary H.
11/20/2020
Super in every way. After installing the first one the second was installed in less than 12 an hour.Mind you rhis was my first do it yourself install. Quality in performance has been very satisfying. It is recomended that 5 of air be a constant when not being needed. An ocassional check of the minimum requirement of 5 pressure keeps the air helpers functioning with no bumpiness.
Just about everything about buying, installing and using the air suspension is 5 Star. As a novice at these things, I did have sort of an issue. I could not seem to get uniform pressure in the bags. I would think I was at say 25 and the next thing I knew it would be 15. I emailed etrailer.com and they immediately provided me a phone number for the manufacturer. One call later, I pulled out the valve stems and let some minuscule debris come out (likely from the tube cutting) and they have worked perfect every since. For the cost and effort involved, I will never be without an air suspension again.
Wcdu
3/6/2018
A year,? It was somewhat over that. Anyhow the F-150 was replaced with a F-250 and new Firestone air springs were ordered in time for the newer bigger Toy Hauler. Maiden voyage to Ben Avery Phoenix and the Clark County shooting complex Las Vegas went awesome. Always do air springs and always use etrailer.
Quick install. watch the video that is available on etrailer it is much better than the directions that come with the product. 9 Just Ordered Another One For My Neighbor.
Great service. everything was there.
Thank You,
Terry
First impression are the parts look and feel top quality, excellent packaging and delivered on time. The install was somewhat difficult on the first side, trying to get the blind nuts inside the frame lined up to start threading the bolts in, but second side took 1/4 as long. Aired up the bags to about 15% to take a test drive, very impressed with the solid smooth feel of the rear suspension along with a quiet ride. Ready to tow.
Product was as described. Installation video was most helpful as were the written instructions. Bending the bolt plates was absolutely necessary and was the most difficult part of the installation. I dropped one inside the frame, after retrieving, 30 minutes later, I drilled small holes in the handles and put a piece of wire thru them so they could be easily retrived if dropped again. Tested as recommended with 70 lbs of pressure and the truck's rear end popped up about 4-5 inches! Can't wait to try then with the trailer!
All I have to say is wow!!! These guys rock and Kayleigh was absolutely the best to work with. The shipping was crazy fast and the communication could not get any better! They had great prices but honestly I would pay more just to have service like this more often. Great job Kayleigh! I will look no further. If you guys don’t have it I will wait!
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John
9/21/2016
Im still happy with the air bags. I do a lot of towing. From a camper to horse trailers. After hooking up either trailer I just add in the right of air and its a noticeable difference. I did add a T-fitting to add air at the same time to the bags. I own and drive tractor trailers and knew air bags are the way to go with my little 150. The Firestone product has held up and did recommend them who asked about them when they saw them. Also told them where I got them.