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Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
Item # F2250
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4,800-lb Capacity. Ride-Rite air springs enhance your factory suspension for safety and stability when you are hauling heavy loads. They reduce strain on your rear axle, keep your vehicle level, and adjust to load size for a consistently smooth ride.
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Firestone Ride-Rite springs are designed to increase safety and reduce the strain on your vehicle when you are hauling heavy loads or towing a heavy trailer. The springs partner with your existing rear suspension system to help keep your vehicle level, maintain even load distribution and increase stability. Hauling heavy loads or towing a heavy trailer can make the rear of your vehicle sag and the front end rise. This puts more strain on your rear axle and reduces contact between your front tires and the road, causing problems with braking, steering control and traction. By adding air springs to your rear suspension, you can help to level your vehicle and improve braking and handling. The air springs also help to level your headlight beams and reduce wear on your tires.
Adjustable Air Pressure
The air pressure in your Ride-Rite springs can be adjusted manually, side to side, to compensate for off-center loads. A centered load improves the stability of your vehicle by reducing body roll. The air springs will also help to absorb road shock and to soften contact between your axle and frame. This prevents bottoming out, thus improving ride comfort. Route the air line tubing for the springs to your vehicle's bumper to provide easy access to the manual inflation valves.
Air Spring Construction
Firestone's double-convoluted Ride-Rite air springs are designed to give you maximum load support and enhance the performance and ride comfort of your vehicle. The rubber springs provide cushioning between your suspension components and operate at up to 100 psi. The springs have four layers of reinforced rubber to ensure durability and enhance load support. A braided wire girdle creates the double-convoluted shape of each air spring, increasing the burst pressure of the spring. The rubber springs are attached to corrosion-resistant metal end plates with a time-proven, rolled crimp seal that keeps the bags securely anchored.
Air Spring Installation
Each Ride-Rite kit includes custom-fit brackets that connect to your axle and frame. The brackets provide the mounting points for the air springs. Drilling may be required for some applications.
Installation Details 
2008 - 2010 GMC Sierra 2500
2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra New Body 2500
2008 - 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado New Body 2500
2001 - 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD
2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2500 HD
2001 - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD
2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 2500 HD
2001 - 2010 GMC Sierra 3500 - Pickup
2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 3500 - Pickup
2007 - 2007 GMC Sierra New Body 3500 - Pickup
2001 - 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 - Pickup
2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 3500 - Pickup
2007 - 2007 Chevrolet Silverado New Body 3500 - Pickup
Video of Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today we're going to take a look at the Firestone Double Convoluted Ride-Rite helper springers for the rear axle. This is a custom fit part. It is designed to fit the 2001-2010 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500, and 3500 trucks. Now this part will maximize safe load carrying capacity, increase the stability, and it will improve your ride quality. These will install between your vehicle's frame and rear suspension. Helps keep your vehicle level when you're hauling a heavy load. Gives you improved steering control and braking when you're hauling or towing.
Gives you . It'll level your headlight beams, and will even help reduce tire wear. These will maintain even load distribution with air pressure. Leveling off center loads. Now, these airbags will adjust manually side-to-side with individual inflation valves. This will help reduce strain on your rear suspension.
Prevents permanent sagging, and excessive friction in your leaf springs. These will increase stability. They absorb road shock for a nice smooth ride. And it's help soften the contact between your axle and frame to prevent any bottoming out. They will provide maximum load support and durability with rubber construction. And you can see, they are a double convoluted design.
This part includes everything laid out here on the table. Includes all the materials that are necessary for installing them. Comes with the brackets, the air springs, all the hardware, airline, separate values for manual inflation. Now, switches, gauges, compressors, and air tanks are available for quick and easy air spring inflation and deflation from inside your vehicle. And those items we do sell separately on our website. This part is made in the USA. Now the load leveling capacity on this is 4,800 pounds.
Now, one thing you do want to remember, Ride-Rite springs will not increase your vehicle's weight carrying capacity, so you want to make sure, do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended weight limit. The air pressure on this is adjustable from five PSI to 100 PSI. But that should do it for the review on the Firestone Double Convoluted Ride-Rite air helper springs for your rear axle.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (56 Customer Reviews)
4,800-lb Capacity. Ride-Rite air springs enhance your factory suspension for safety and stability when you are hauling heavy loads. They reduce strain on your rear axle, keep your vehicle level, and adjust to load size for a consistently smooth ride.Good product could use better instructions for installation. Would be better if they placed them as 1.2.3. instead of paragraph sentences. The videos are helpful if they play properly. Took about 3 hours to install. Camping world wanted $150 to install them. 93671
i just bought a 2010 silverado with 6 lift. is that what you got as well i cant tell from your pics.did you have to buy or make a extension mount for the fram braket?
-- comment by: jj - 09/04/2014If you truck has a 6 inch lift you might consider using the Firestone Lift Spacers # F2375. This kit is designed to work with kits that mount to the axle on your truck like how the Firestone Ride-Rite # F2250 install.
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Rachael H - 9/5/2014Was concerned if thls kit would fit a 2010 Silverado 2500 HD Quad cab with 6.5 ft. bed with a B&W fifth wheel turn over ball hitch. It took me 2.5 hours and every thing fit perfect. No problem with the instructions dead on, and the only holes I had to drill was in the rear bumper for the air fittings. Have had them on since November no air leaks or problems. This make my truck ride excellent with my toy hauler and other gooseneck trailer I have. Alot cheeper than a air pin box and does the same thing,no more chucking and bouncing. thanks 7291
Easy to install. Directions are great, as are the videos. I also ordered and used the T piece to make it easy. Just pulled my trailer and definitely noticed a difference. Very smooth over bumps. Just FYI, even at only 5 PSI (minimum recommended) it raised the rear of my truck almost an inch compared to the height before install. Not a big deal, but if you leveled the front of your truck like I did to get rid of the rake, you will now have some rake again. Not a big deal, but just be aware. I used the lift spacers (item F2536) because I have 1.5" spacer blocks on my leaf springs. I basically hook up the trailer or load the bed, watch the back end drop, then hit the air bags with the air compressor until the truck is level again. Rides like a dream. Would definitely purchase again. 454972
Still works great after a year. Definitely makes a difference in the ride quality when you have a heavy load. No leaks. I used the T so only have 1 valve to mess with. I like having the ability to dial in a little bit of rake in the truck Had previously leveled the truck by cranking the torsion bars in front, also have 1.5 blocks in rear. 2007 Duramax
John - 11/26/2018
product worked great, installed easily and according to the instructions. Couldn't be more pleased. 704850
The Firestone airbags were very easy to install. The only place that I scratched my head was for the torque values for the various hardware. I eventually located it at the end of the instructions. It is common in the better auto repair manuals to list the torque ratings in the drawings. Just an idea. Since I'm somewhat OCD when it comes to mechanical work, I always have a torque wrench in hand for the final tightening. Your instructional videos are a real time saver. Well Done!!! The air tubing cutter worked as advertised. Nice, clean and even cuts every time. 693914
Installed this on a 2004 Chevy 2500 HD in about three hours. All the brackets fit perfectly, and appear to be good and stout. This is a work truck and it is typically hauling about 1000 lbs. in the back. This product really helped the stance and ride of my truck. 615002
Great product! Night and day difference while under tow with a load. 600449
Product works exactly as it should. The instructions were not very good recomend a YouTube video. 540326
Second time I purchase this product , installed them on a 2008 Dodge Ram and now on a 2002 Chevy Silverado. If you follow the instructions you won’t have a hard time , steps need to be followed in order to avoid double work. Great product , took about 3.5 hours to install. 530086
Awesome , no issues .
Claude - 07/05/2019This is the second time I have installed this airbag kit on different vehicles. This time I recommended this particular kit for my daughter’s truck. Each time, everything I needed was there, along with easy to read instructions. It only took 3 hours to install the kit this time and had the truck out of the garage. Since I have never had a problem with the kit, I cannot attest to responsiveness of the company for help, but based on the service I received from the sales department I would expect nothing less from service. 522315
Product works very well. Was a very easy plug and play installation. 512967
Product works very well. Was a very easy plug and play installation. 513024
I'm really happy with the air suspension. It's a good product and easy to install. 474980
Shipped on time Product is well made and went together quickly Very satisfied with kit and etrailer Corp 472339
Work well for towing heavy loads - we have a 1200# tongue weight. One side has developed a slow leak that I haven't had time to troubleshoot as yet. 445607
Great product that will give stability when I tow my heavy trailer. Easy to install. The installation video was very helpful. etrailer, as always, shipped in a timely manner. Thanks, Lynn 407328
I have had these air bags for a year now and love them. I own a 2007, 2500 Duramax and I haul a 32' 3 horse trailer with living quarters and the air bags give me a much smoother level ride. I installed them myself with ease ( I did not bleed or lose knuckle skin) and the directions where great. The only thing I wish I would have done is get the air compressor for the bags, but that was due to limited funds at the time but I will be getting the compressor this year. 401764
One side has to be inflated up more often than it should. The other side seems to be OK. When they are both inflated, they support the weight well. My camper weighs over 3300 lbs. It was not an easy installation although it looks like it should be. 397752
Instructions and online video made installation a breeze. 396032
Haven't installed them yet as I'm still recovering from surgery. But have past experience with air bags and love what they do for the truck . These are going on my 2008 chev 3500 drw . We recently traded our tt for a 40 foot 5th wheel . I waited till we had the new camper hitched up to order as I wanted to see how much it made the truck squat which was just 2 inches . But with the condition of a lot of our interstates and highways that's just a little too much . Can't wait to get them on I'm ready to go play . Etrailer service was flawless as usual the order was well packed no damage and arrived on time . 363476
Like it easy to install 360995
Installed on my 2003 gmc 2500 hd crew cab short bed. I pull a 40 foot bighorn fifth wheel and at eighty pounds pressure in the bags my p/u sits level . The ride is unbelievable very smooth ride 357306
Fast shipping. Good price. Easy to use and install. 354996
Easy to find what I needed on the website and it showed up quickly. It was also the best price online. The bags installed with no issues. Thanks guys!!! 349862
I'm a do-it-yourself repair person, so no professional training. And I'm not one to follow instructions, though for this install I did... Installed on a 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 4x4 Duramax. When I bought the truck I had had the front end of the truck lifted to level it out, then put on tires two sizes up. I can't drop (don't want to drop) the front end back down, so I picked these up to help the rear end when I have loads or heavy trailers. Easy to install! No special tools! In fact, only a 9/16 box wrench and socket, a 1/2 in wrench, a 13mm socket and pair of dykes to cut the zip ties. That's it! No lifting the truck off the ground (did remove spare). No leaks! Took about 2.5 hours (at my pace). Instructions were accurate, and what the paper instructions didn't say, the video that e-trailer has covered the rest. Thank you! 349576
Great customer service and advice from Pat C. Delivery was very fast. 343447
Purchased the ride rite Firestone airbag kit for an 05 GMC. It fits perfect and seems very durable. Instructions were easy to follow and etrailer has very good videos on their website and on youtube of how to install. Fast shipping and will definitely do business with a trailer again! Thank you!! 331641
Katie D made sure everything went right during my purchase process. Made things fast and easy,very knowledgable about products. ;-) 330044
Very easy install. Superior to super springs and the like as no noise when not under load. Made a big difference in pulling heavy fifth wheel RV. Recommend highly. No broken dishes. 302662
So far so good. Install went smoothly and took less than 2 hours. One road trip with the new bags and my new truck camper loaded. Couldn't have done it without them. Hope that bags are pretty maintenance free for at least a couple years. 266391
Placed my set of air bags on a 2006 Chevy 2500HD. Easy to follow instructions, everything bolted right were it was suppose to. Took about 2 hrs to install. Very happy with the product 257479
Great product, easy install, step by step video on etrailer site. THANKS 256033
Easy to install and made huge difference in hauling a 13,000 lb tractor on a goose neck trailer with Chevy 2500 hd . Did go with the "T" fitting to connect both bags together and it saves having to balance air between bags. All parts are of quality materials and fit as designed. 253393
best air bag system I have ever found 250778
Pretty easy to install. Instructions could be better. As usual, the next time would take half the time. 2009 3500 single axle Silverado duramax now seems to ride better without load. Will check it out under load soon. Would recommend 221562
Easy install. Cant believe I pulled my 5th wheel for years without these. Ride saver. No more broken dinner ware etc. great.
cdave - 08/24/2016recieved product as described install was a breeze, and E trailer staff was outstanding and great support.. Thanks again E-trailer 208962
Everything fit and install as expected. Soon to put it to the workload test. One tip I found very helpful, if you can jack up on the frame of the truck (use jack stands and general safety precautions) it will provide much more room and make the installation easier. I figured that out after I struggled with the first bag. 190315
It is a good product and easy to install but the install instruction could be better. 183138
They are working great, they make the truck much more stable while towing. I would highly recommend them. Thanks.
Dean L - 04/11/2016Packaging of this product was fine, and delivery was on time. Pricing very competitive with other internet providers. Etrailer support is as expected....very good. I and my neighbor installed this air bags in my 2009 Silverado 2500 HD Diesel to give me greater support while pulling my fifth wheel trailer (with a tongue weight of 2300 lb). Install took us about 3 hours to complete, with no problems what so ever (not even a leak in the air lines...which I worried about...cut them carefully with a razor knife). After the install and air test, I hooked up my fifth wheel and was pleasantly surprised how the ride improved. Would recommend this product. I put 30 psi in the bags and the results on the suspension we outstanding! 140486
I installed the Firestone Air Ride on my 2009 Chevy 2500 HD Duramax. I am towing a horse trailer with LQ and felt like I needed the extra support. I installed them myself and it took about 3 hours. Going to try them out this weekend. etrailer is the best. They have excellent customer service and I would order from them again. 140441
Excellent product. The installation was very easy, it only took me 45min to bolted on and have it working. The installation video on your website is excellent, very helpful. Thank you to the etrailer team for the excellent service, keep up the good work looking forward to do more business with you. Ps. Sorry didn't take to many pictures. 125547
Phone order, went out the same night, delivered fast, great product, thanks. 123341
When I first purchased the kit I thought it was over priced. Once I finished the install by myself, in under two hours, in my driveway, with only a few simple tools, the price looked a little better. When I added in the very heavy-duty construction and quality construction the price started to look pretty darn good. Well, as I sit here in Florida after the nicest 750 mile pull I must say that the F2250 kit is probable the best money I have spent in a long time. If you pull you will understand what I mean about the problem you have when you hit a number of bumps in a row. This product almost completely solves the problem. In addition the over-all ride is much better. 119698
Pleasure doing business with E-Trailer. Order was taken by Suzanne, as she was very helpful and knowledgeable. Order was received promptly and installation was straight forward. Air fittings were prepped with a red thread sealing compound for an airtight seal. No teflon tape required. Great product! Thanks E-Trailer. Ray 116934
Easy install. Took about two hours. Was impressed with the fast shipping. I live within 100 miles of warehouse and ordered at 3 pm one afternoon and it was delivered to my door at 9:30 the next morning. Seems to be a great product 90315
Seems like a quality product. Took about 6 hours to install. 86531
easy install 79762
THis was an easy install it took about 1.5 hrs I put 15psi in after the 70 psi test and went for a drive my son and I both said it rode good and we went on some very rough roads . I do think this is a very good so far and the staff at etrailer was very help full with everything. Thanks ALbert M. 71137
work well on truck very friendlyand helpfull service also from etrailer. fast shipping to thanks 59946
Great service, quick delivery, great product, I had it installed in 4 hours by myself, the installation info and videos really helped out, I will use etrailer.com for future purchases......Thanks. 57407
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