Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
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Heavy trailers and loaded beds can make the rear of your truck sag, throwing off steering, braking, and headlight aim. Firestone Ride-Rite air springs add up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling support between the frame and rear suspension to keep things even when the weight comes on. By holding the rear level, they reduce strain on the axle, improve stability, and help your tires maintain full contact with the road for safer handling when towing or hauling.
Every load is different, and these air springs make it easy to fine-tune your setup. Each side can be inflated manually with its own valve from 5 psi up to 100 psi to balance uneven loads or dial in comfort. Add air when you’re hauling a camper or trailer for a firmer, more controlled ride, then let some out when unloaded for a smoother feel. The separate inflation valves mount conveniently at the bumper for quick pressure checks and adjustments.
Ride-Rite’s double-convoluted rubber springs are built to absorb road shock and soften contact between the axle and frame. Each bag has four layers of reinforced rubber with a braided wire girdle that boosts burst pressure and overall durability. This design cushions bumps and prevents bottoming out so your suspension doesn’t take a beating over rough pavement or washboard roads.
Each air spring is crimp-sealed to corrosion-resistant metal end plates for long-term reliability under load. The kit includes brackets, air line tubing, hardware, and separate valves for manual inflation. Switches, gauges, compressors, and air tanks are available separately if you want onboard control later. With sturdy materials and a time-proven design, this system delivers dependable performance trip after trip without permanent sagging or wear in your leaf springs.
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Jim
5/13/2026
Still happy with this install, bags help tremendously over bridge joints hauling my 5th wheel. not sure how these compare to Timbren setup, but i would guess better based on being able to adjust pressure. way more stable over bridges and bends in road.
Lazer S.
6/16/2026
I will be contacting Firestone about this, but what is the year, make, model, and version of the vehicle you are trying to install this on?
Christopher H.
8/4/2026
Thanks for the kind words Robert! Also thanks for including the photo in your review. Glad the video was helpful!
Claire H.
8/4/2026
Christopher H.
8/4/2026
Robert
1/17/2026
After 1 year of use, my Firestone airbags never let me down. Working perfectly. This is the 3rd trucks Ive run Firestone 5000 lbs. rated bags on with no issues.
Alec
9/29/2025
Still working great as it should and doesnt leak air. The remote controller is really convenient and can be operated from inside or outside the truck. Definitely worth all the work. The shield I fabricated for the compressor keeps road grit etc. Out of the air intake of the compressor which should be a huge help for the life of the system. Love it.
Mark
8/20/2025
I ended up adding an airlift compressor which was super easy to install and everything works great! I got tired of checking pressures, the air compressor monitors psi and kicks on if needed. I would buy and install these things again if I ever end up getting a new truck. Works great when towing my 12,000 pound bumper pull camper
Kate F.
9/17/2025
Glad we had the right fit for your set-up Gary! What an awesome picture too! What has been your favorite trip you have been on this year? Where did you go, what did you see?
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Thomas M.
1/26/2022
The correct kit for your 2002 Ford Excursion with four wheel drive is the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle Part # F2251. I will have Customer Service reach out to you.