Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle

Easy install and now the weight of my cap and trailer don’t sag my truck and it’s a big plus for the price and long haul. Would buy it over and over again. 567358

Awesome product will install on New trucks every time .

Louis M - 09/21/2019

So far, I would give this product a 5 star rating. I must say, the installation directions from Firestone are a bit lacking. However, the installation video from etrailer made the installation a snap. I completed the installation in about 3 hours. I'm confident these Ride Rite bags will improve my hauling and towing performance when I go on long fishing trips fully loaded with gear and pulling my 19 foot boat. Also, etrailer was as good as their word when I asked them to honor their price pledge. 505966

Still very satisfied.

Ken - 05/09/2019

Just received parts good quality, looking to install over the weekend Very fast service and reliability for all the trailer and truck parts I have ordered, dont see this to be any different. Very pleased with the service Darryl Ziemba 230534

Quickly arrived and pretty easy to install. I filled to approx 20psi just as a daily driver but already can tell a big difference in the overall handling of the truck. The rear end feels stabilizes quickly when hitting bumps and the body rill is greatly reduced.I have yet to try them with a heavy load but I have no doubt they will perform great. 2008 GMC Sierra 1500. 517454

Click to Enlarge

Still a great product a year later. I have pulled heavier trailers across the country,used it for my 30ft travel trailer. Alls i need to do is adjust the pressure to my desired settings and the truck rides smoothly down the highway nice and level. Highly recommended product. Product is holding up well.

Ben - 06/04/2019

The airbags installed very easy. It took us about two and half hours to get the job done, and that’s after getting ahead of ourselves a couple times and having to redo some steps. It makes the vehicle ride great and I can’t wait Took my trailer up to it and see how it tows. 544910

Opened the box and in awe, I called my service guy, but he couldn't get to it for a week, so I started in. Rolled my truck up on some blocks. Removing the stock rubber bumper was easy. Then the installation. Bolting the upper housing onto the frame was the first job and was easy, except I forgot to include the spacer. So two steps later I had to unbolt it , insert the spacer and re tighten it. The rest of it went well and is now ready for the air line. Quit for the day and this morning will install the other side, which should go much easier now that I have learned from the first side. So it looks hopeful that even I can accomplish this. As a 75 year old retired surgeon that is saying a lot! Stay tuned for next installment which should review performance. 483120

Worked great. But sold vehicle 6 months later

Steve - 03/10/2019

I don't typically do reviews but I was so excited about these I just had to share. installation was fine, it took me about 2 hours. Watch the installation videos, it helps. I thought I needed a 3/4 ton truck just to put some heavy loads in my bed a few times a year, but not anymore! See the picture I loaded. that is my Silverado 1500 with approximately 1,500lbs in the back (there are a bunch of concrete curbs in the back). Can you tell, I can't. That's with only 30lbs of air in the springs. I have used air shocks in the past but forget that, no comparison. I will say I did not get the series to fill itself which I will probably upgrade to soon, but for now, these are exceeding my expectations. 603952

Click to Enlarge

2008 Chevy 1500. Using to assist with hauling travel trailer. Product shipped quickly and arrived on time. Poorly written instructions but easily installed once I was able to sort out the installation process. Very heavy duty material. Vehicle drove great after installation. Cant wait to put it to the test with a load. Note that the reference pictures on the website are of an older design. The mounting brackets have been redesigned and probably easier installation now. 141466

Is air bangs seem to be of good quality. They were easy to install. I was happy to see that there was a bracket included for the air fill valves. I did not want to drill holes in my new bumper! 218305

The airbags work so good I do not have to use sway bars when I pulled my 35 foot camper.

Peter R - 08/10/2016

This is my first set of Firestone air shocks - my last set were made by Air Lift, which I used for about 10 years and really liked. It took me about 2 hours to install these air shocks on my 2014 Chevy 1500 4x4 but I could see it taking less time for someone with more mechanical experience. I haven't tried towing with these shocks yet but I like the quality and fit. I may add an update once I tow something heavy with them inflated. 112435

Really great product and does exactly what it is supposed to do! I really dread doing projects like this sometimes because of the so-so directions, but the directions for this kit were the best I have seen. You can tell somebody actually took the time to do it right! My 740 lb cruiser in the back of my truck used to push the bed down a couple of inches. Not anymore! 399032

Click to Enlarge

This is a simple product that performs as it states. Simple installation although any time you climb under a vehicle it's not fun. My order shipped the same night it was ordered and arrived exactly on time. Great service 285586

Thanks for the information. I received the airsprings in good condition and have installed them on my truck. Attached is the photos of my installation. Everything installed great with no problems. 144702

Click to Enlarge

Click to Enlarge

We purchased the airbag kit for my husbands truck. The shipping of the product was quick and now it is a matter of doing the install. I will definitely do business with etrailer.com again and recommend them to my friends and family. 540654

Finally got a break in the rain yesterday so I installed the Firestone Ride-Rite air bags on my 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 4WD. Took about 4.5 hrs to install. My only problem was finding the correct way to remove the jounce bumpers from my truck. Directions state to simply unbolt them, but it took me awhile to figure out that the correct socket was a 10mm since you can't see or feel the bolt. The perfect setup to remove them is a deep well 10mm socket with a universal joint to get the right depth. After that the directions were right on and everthing went together nicely. I used a tubing cutter for the air lines and had no leaks. This is my second truck with air bags and I find them very useful in keeping the truck level and reducing sway while towing a 5th wheel trailer. 36071

I ordered the F2430 air bags for my 2016 chevy with a 6'' lift , it arrived on time and was very easy to install. The only problem I encountered was i ordered the F2375 6'' spacers.I was told from the Chevy dealer the truck had a factory 6" lift, after installing the upper and lower brackets I found the 6" spacers were to big . For the F2375 you need 11.5" to 12.5" between the upper and lower brackets and i had only 9.5". So I really need the 4" lift spacers. I cut the 6" spacers down and rewelded myself. So i recommend if you have a lifted truck you measure before you order your lift spacers. Over all very pleased with the air bags and a very big help with pulling my camper. Took all the sag and sway out of the truck while pulling my camper and really didn't effect the ride when not loaded. Very Satisfied!!!!! Thank you!! 574835

So far, so good. These things will hold some serious weight! I haven't had to exceed 6 lbs. yet, even towing cars on a flatbed trailer. The weight distribution setup I have has alot to do with that though. One gripe I have is that is should have came with a T joining both sides, going into a single Schrader valve. I don't like having to try and balance 2 separate sides. Just checking the pressure at lower pressures will release quite a bit of air - not alot of volume in there. If you load your vehicle correctly there should never be a need to have differing pressures on each side. At the very least, the option to choose should be included. Other than that, and a nagging slow leak I have on one side (at one of the quick-connect fittings), they've been great. 172906

I still havent fixed the slow leak yet. Ive developed a rattle from the top half of the bag mount against the frame. Need to take that down and see what the issue is - nut might have loosened up. Weve got some pretty bad roads up here in the Northeast, so its no surprise. Other than that, theyre still working great. My idea on the T is a bad one, because that will introduce some severe body roll, as air pressure is forced from one side to the other depending on which way you turn. Will definitely decrease stability, so I wont be making that modification. Wish there was a way to hook this up to my existing Viair compressor. Suppose theres a way, just not an easy one.

Smithsonite - 02/08/2016

by: Steven09/25/2018

2011 Chevrolet Silverado

A year of great towing experiences after installing the firestone ride-rite. I wish I would have installed them sooner than I did. Even with the a weight distribution hitch, the addition of the airbags improved ride quality and minimized the water bed feeling after hitting bumps in the road. The only drawback with installing an ride-rite system is thinking that I did not need the on-board air compressor to handle the inflation. Would have saved me time trying to find service stations that have working compressors and me carrying my around my own. Splurge and get an on-board air system or be ready spend a day driving around your neighborhood dialing in a good air pressure setting knowing that any weight adjustments (adding family to your vehicle, additional supplies to truck or trailer, etc.) are going to change the feel of the setting that you just spent hours dialing in. 568805

Easy to install. It took longer to run the air lines than it did to install the bags. The way Firestone packages this kit needs some help as I had to paint the brackets as they were chipped and didn't want to worry about rust. Some of this is due to my OCD. I can see where they are going to work well as just a few LBS of pressure changes the ride height on my truck with no load. I have not towed with them yet but am sure they are going to be perfect for the application of towing my TT and a better ride. Not only that, but taking some of the strain off the stock springs. 81999

Very good product. Was installed in less than 2 hours. Only thing I'd change, is add a push-lock Tee. To run both lines into it and only have to fill 1 valve and they would self equalize. But they do work very well with no leaks. I'm 100% sold on E-Trailer and everything they sell. The best information and customer service I've ever received, anywhere. Thank you and keep up the great work!! 349614

by: Dean05/16/2017

2009 Chevrolet Silverado

Only problem I have had is when bags are aired up and towing trailer, throws off traction control / stabilizer and ABS light. other than that bags have held up. 381105

by: Michael03/26/2018

2011 Chevrolet Silverado

We ended up with a 32 foot Flagstaff 5th wheel camper. I'm pulling the camper with a 2011 Silverado (1500). Though the weight of the camper is well within the published weight limits for towing, the trailer compressed the rear suspension. The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs solved the problem completely! The truck rides level and seems more stable with the trailer on. I would not hesitate to recommend this product to anyone! Thanks for reading......... 489208

Installed this kit on a 2013 Chevy Silverado 1500 4WD extended cab. Was planning to do one spring at a time by removing the wheels and jacking, then use jack stands to crib, etc., but it wasn't necessary. After removing the spare (highly recommended) I used a floor jack positioned under the receiver hitch to get adequate clearance to get under the vehicle. I did use jack stands for safety reinforcement; positioned under the frame. Worked the drivers side and then went immediately to the passengers side to perform steps 1-3. Make sure you have decent sockets and a torque wrench. The top "nylon jam nut" is tough to get to. The jounce bumper bolts were accessed by using a hack saw to cut the bumpers, which allowed me to see exactly how they were mounted to the frame. Make sure to watch the instructional video posted on the etrailer web page for this specific item. It was invaluable. All in all, it took me about 3 hours to install because I didn't get the best possible alignment on the first try, so I had to redo the mounting again. In other words, make sure you get the spring perpendicular to the rear axle as best you can. In step 3 of the instructions it says, "Insert the alignment pin into one of the small holes in the upper bracket that provides the best alignment". This is where I had to redo the process. The springs have provided a smooth ride so far and I'm pleased with them. Good luck with your install. 418859

by: Larry New Mexico04/02/2017

2013 GMC Sierra

Installed on a 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE. Issue was excessive "loping" as when transitioning onto or off of a paved surface onto a concrete surface like bridges, overpasses, which tends to create a bump or dip. My first pressure setting was 20 lbs, not quite enough; I changed to 50 lbs which caused the impact to be a bit severe; back down to 30 lbs.....bingo. Great product, made a huge difference pulling our 27ft travel trailer. Worst part of the installation was the wheels on my creeper getting stuck in the cracks of the concrete driveway. Otherwise not a big deal at all. Thanks gang!! 361852

Still goin. Pickup rides great even if I forget to lower the pressure after parking the trailer between trips.

Larry N - 04/05/2018

by: Gary B.11/14/2019

I got these for my 2014 Silverado LTZ crew cab. I pull a 30ft Flagstaff trailer that weighs about 6,500 lbs using an Equalizer wd hitch that does a great job. It just seemed to sit slightly tail low. After installing the Ride-Rites I was able to adjust it to sit level or slightly above with only 20 psi. It also helped dampen bouncing on rough roads. It may make the ride without the trailer a little stiffer, but not much. I have had no issues with air leaks and leave it set to 20 psi all the time. I wish I would have installed these a couple of years earlier. 725654

by: Steve M10/21/2019

The airbags work fine. I installed them myself in about 3 hours. They would have been easier to install if I would have had the truck on a lift. 719296

Great product, easy install over all great experience 669039

Perfect! 667831

Installation was not hard at all, I definitely recommend having an impact wrench handy though. The airbags definitely improved how my toy hauler towed!! They took out all sag and reduced the roughness on torn up highways. The pic shows my truck back to factory ride height with the bags. 665369

Click to Enlarge

I have had very good experiences when ordering from you guys. I could have saved a little money on some things ordering elsewhere but the customer service makes the difference. I also like the quick shipping. 664468

by: Charlie06/23/2019

Great addition to my truck.I pull a 34 ft camper it really makes the ride better on concrete highways,you don't,t get the thumping on the seams as bad.Had to play with air pressure alittle to get it right.should have done this to my last truck.great product,Thanks e trailer 661801

Easy to install 660635

Awesome and easy to install! I would recommend this product to anyone 660634

by: DAN B06/04/2019

EASY TO INSTALL. WORKS GREAT THANKS 653009

love it... soooo far so good. 651944

very easy to install even without lifting my Silverado. It took me longer to keep rewinding the you tube video to download where the install once you do it is pretty straightforward. The right side where the muffler is takes longer because of the limited workspace. I haven't tested the system yet with air but look forward to my dry run towing my 25' ft travel trailer. 638171

Very good fitment, so you do get what you pay the premium for. My only concern is some sort of regulator would go a long way to getting the pressure equalized between the bags. This is not something I expected, but will probably add later to enhance the ease of use and warranted that fifth star. Highly recommend as advertised regardless! 635267

Awsome product for reasonable price, installed as described, quick delivery. 616728

by: Rex H.03/29/2019

Easy Install. Does a nice job of leveling out truck and keeping headlights pointed where they should be. 615144

by: Keith L03/25/2019

After reading reviews on this product and being on a budget, I decided on this package. I used everything supplied to mount the bags. The system was easy to install. I did happen to over torque a nut on the U-bolt but I was able to make it work after cleaning the threads. So far it's been about a year. I'm still playing with bag pressures while towing my 33ft camper but it definitely made the ride quality better while hauling a heavier load in the bed or airing up to level the truck with the trailer attached. I was impressed with the system and talking with a coworker about it, he went and purchased a similar system for his truck as well. 4 stars only because I snapped that bolt as described above. 614141

I'm very satisfied with this product. They were easy to install and work great! 602378

Took me 2 hrs to install, very easy and straight forward after watching the video which I highly recommend. 599951

Easy install - took about an hour. I was very impressed with the kit, but the video I watched at etrailer.com was very nice to "see" the installation rather than fight the instructions. Fast service, lowest price - what more could I ask for? 580781

by: Gary08/29/2018

2015 GMC Sierra 1500

Great kit easy to install and levels my truck and 5th wheeler perfectly. 559518

As advertised, no drilling required. Installed with no issues in under two hours. Can’t give it five stars without using it for a while to see how it holds up. 554592

by: Michael07/27/2018

2015 Chevrolet Silverado

Eliminated the sag after I added a 6” FabTech lift on my 2015 Silverado LT. Great product have not had any issues at all. 546592

Great product, shipping was fast, ordered on Monday and delivered on Thursday. Simple instructions, got it installed in about 3 hours or less 516209

I just received the Firestone air bags and haven't even opened the box yet I know these are great air bags. I installed the Firestone air bag system on a 1996 1 ton dodge dually and I just sold the truck in 2006. Twenty years and not a problem/leak so I chose Firestone again. 501679

Fast shipping, easy installation, I have ordered from etrailer several times and they never fail to deliver ......a great product at a great price. 491969

by: Herman e.02/21/2018

Easy to install. Met all expectations. 477667