Firestone Vehicle Suspension
For safety and stability, Firestone's suspension enhancement kits are perfect for helping your vehicle push a plow or tow a trailer. These air springs fit inside your coils to help level your vehicle and reduce tire wear.
Firestone Air Compressors
Firestone's air compressors are perfect for supplying compressed air to your air helper springs and other pneumatic components. They draw power from your car's battery and can be mounted anywhere.
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- Recommended Air Pressure of Firestone Ride Rite Air Springs # F2071 on Dodge Ram 3500 Dually
- Other than saying that the air bags need to be kept between 5 and 100 psi, Firestone does not offer much in the way of specifics. The instructions mention that as a general rule of thumb, 1 psi will support approximately 40 lbs of load.
Your best bet is to use enough pressure to level the vehicle, and then adjust plus or minus according to your personal preference. You can do this with the 5th wheel in place, and for the unloaded scenario.
Keep in mind that using an air bag suspension...
view full answer... - How To Tell What Size Firestone Lift Spacers Are Needed On A Truck With A 6 Inch Lift Kit
- To determine what size lift spacer to use on your vehicle with Firestone Ride-Rite Air Springs, measure the distance between the upper and lower brackets of your air helper spring kit, and whether the kit mounts on the leaf spring or the axle. The spacer needs to be the same length as the amount of lift applied to the axle on which the air helper spring is installed.
The axle mount kit would have the lower bracket mounted to the axle. The leaf mount kit would have the lower bracket mounted...
view full answer... - How to Remove the Air Hose for the Firestone Sport-Rite Air Helper Springs
- I made a short video for you showing you how to remove the air hose from the air line fittings on your Sport-Rite air helper springs.
The main thing to remember is to have the collar on the fitting pushed down when removing the air hose. It may take a little elbow grease to remove, but it should release if the collar is held down.
view full answer... - Diameter, Maximum and Minimum Height for Air Bags in Firestone Ride-Rite System # F2071
- I went out to the warehouse and pulled a Firestone Ride-Rite system # F2071. When fully collapsed and no air in the system it measures 2-3/4 inches not counting the valves on the top. Please note that you should always have at least 5 psi in the springs up to 100 psi. When in its regular state the bags will not expand much beyond how they come in the box. They are 6 inches tall again not counting the valves. And finally, the diameter is 5-3/4 inches.
Use these measurements as guides...
view full answer... - Firestone Air Bag Suspension Enhancement for a 2014 Chevy Silverado LTZ Z71
- The axle your version of the 2014 Chevy Silverado would be the Z71 rear axle and that should also be a 4 wheel drive model. The proper kit for a 1500 would be # F2430 that you have referenced. But if it happens to be a 2500 or 3500 then you would need to use # F2596.
Also, if you do not want to manually fill the air bags every time you can install a Level Command II kit, # F2219, which will allow you to fill/remove air from the bags from the cab of the truck. I have also linked some...
view full answer... - How to Reduce Sag on a 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty with Towing a 5th Wheel Trailer
- The best way to reduce the sag on your 2012 Ford F-250 when towing your fifth wheel trailer is to add a rear suspension enhancement system.
The two most common types of rear suspension enhancement systems are air bag systems and rubber spring systems. The rubber spring systems like the SumoSprings and the Timbren Springs, # TFR250SDG, are typically more economical than an air bag kit like the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Springs, # F2550. The Timbren springs and the Ride-Rite kit that I mentioned...
view full answer... - Replacement Upper and Lower Mounting Brackets for Firestone # F2299 Ride-Rite Air Spring Kit
- It sounds like what you're needing is the Firestone Replacement Bracket Kit for the # F2299 Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs. The part number for the bracket kit is part # F2479. This will provide 2 upper brackets, two lower brackets, two upper braces and the necessary hardware.
Firestone offers the brackets individually, upper bracket # F5757 and braces # F5758, but hardware isn't something they sell separately. Your best bet would be to get the entire kit.
Keep in mind that this bracket...
view full answer... - Fit of Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs with B&W Turnover Ball Hitch on 2008 Ford F250
- The Firestone Ride-Rite # F2550 is compatible with fifth wheel or gooseneck hitches, including your B & W Turnover Ball. I've confirmed this with Firestone for you.
You might also be interested in an on-board compressor system like part # F2158. A compressor system would allow you to add or remove air pressure from the air bag helper springs from your truck cab with the touch of a button.
I've linked you to some install videos and FAQ articles that you might find helpful.
view full answer... - Can Firestone Air Bags be Used with Weight Distribution Hitch when Towing a Trailer
- I do not recommend using air bags and weight distribution at the same time. If you are experiencing rear end sag on the tow vehicle caused by towing a trailer then the best solution is weight distribution. But not just any weight distribution system. It has to be the proper capacity.
To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer, when loaded and ready to tow, and adding...
view full answer... - Gooseneck Hitch Compatible with Firestone Ride Rite Suspension for 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 4X4 Dually
- According to Firestone, both the Ride Rite Air Spring Kits compatible with your truck, part # F2264 and # F2071 would indeed prevent you from installing a fifth wheel or gooseneck hitch. Both air spring assemblies install on the outboard side of the side of the truck frame, as would the frame mounting brackets for a gooseneck or fifth wheel hitch.
Your best bet would be to replace your existing air bags with a solution that mounts to the bottom of the frame members, replacing the factory...
view full answer... - Air Lift or Helper Spring Recommendation for a 2000 Ford F-250 Super Duty Towing a Camper Trailer
- The product that will work best for you will depend on how you will be using your truck and why you are looking for a suspension enhancement system.
If you are looking to level your truck because you do a lot of hauling with varying load weights and tow the trailer occasionally then the air bags would work well. I would recommend using the Air Lift LoadLifter air springs, # AL57298, for 2 wheel drive or, # AL57390 for 4 wheel drive models of the 2000 F250. I recommend these air bags...
view full answer... - Best Firestone and Air Lift Air Bag Kits for a 2016 Sierra 2500 HD 4x4
- The top of the line Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs # F2702 would be an excellent option for your 2016 Sierra. Firestone is a time tested brand that stands behind its industry leading air bags with a limited lifetime guarantee.
However, I would go with the Air Lift LoadLifter # AL88396 because it is more cost effective and has Internal Jounce Bumpers that set it apart from Firestone. These Internal Jounce Bumpers act as a back up if the air bags were ever...
view full answer... - Can Air Bags Be Used With Weight Distribution System On 2013 Ford Pickup Truck
- You can use an airbag system along with the weight distribution system on your 2013 truck. The two can be used together as long as you set up the air pressure in the bags before you set up the weight distribution system.
The air bag system is not designed to increase the weight capacity of the vehicle and it is designed to work with a suspension system that is in proper working order.
If you have an F-250 with a gas engine, the system I recommend is part # F2550. For a diesel you...
view full answer... - Rear Air Bags Recommendation for a 2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty 2WD
- For your 2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty 2WD, I would recommend installing the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs, # F2550. There is not much of a difference between the Ride-Rite Kits, # F2550, that I recommended and # F2484 that you referenced, but the brackets that are included with the # F2550 springs are compatible with fifth wheel and gooseneck trailer hitches.
It may not seem that important now if you do not have a gooseneck or fifth wheel hitch, but the # F2550 air springs will...
view full answer... - Firestone Union Tee for 1/4 inch Tubing Recommendation for Filling 2 Airbags Evenly With One Valve
- The diameter hose that is used on the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs - Rear Kit, part # F4182, is 1/4 inch. You would need a Firestone Union Tee for 1/4 inch Tubing, part # F3025-1, if you wanted to use a single valve to fill both bags evenly on your 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
You may also be interested in a Single Inflation Valve, part # F3032-1.
view full answer... - Recommended Spacers for 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 With 6 inch Lift and Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs
- For the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2299 to properly fit on your 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 2WD with a 6 inch lift you will need the Lift Spacers # F2375. These are confirmed to fit vehicles with a 6 inch lift. You can verify this by measuring the distance between the upper and lower brackets. If it is between 11-1/2 inches and 12-1/2 inches then these spacers are exactly what you need.
A great accessory to the Firestone Ride-Rite Springs is the Firestone Air Command I # F2158....
view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch and Air Bag Kit Recommendation for 2016 Ford F-350 with Hitch Prep
- For your 2016 Ford F-350 with the hitch prep package the B and W Companion part # BWRVK3300 would be a great option. It has been confirmed as a fit and is one of the nicest hitches around.
The Firestone Kit part # F2535 is designed to fit your truck and has tech notes that say it is compatible with trucks that have fifth wheel hitch rails or gooseneck rails so it would be a great option that would have no interference. I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Leakages On Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Shocks on Ford F-150
- For your Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs, you can check the fittings for air leaks with an applied solution of soap and water. If a leak is detected, deflate the air spring by depressing the valve core. The tubing can easily be removed from the fittings by pushing the collar on the fitting towards the body of the fitting while pulling out the tube.
Next, check the tubing connection to ensure that the air tubing is cut as square as possible and that it is pushed completely into...
view full answer... - Towing Capacity of 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and Recommended Suspension Enhancement
- I checked the owner's manual for your 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and there are a few towing capacities listed, depending on your vehicle's engine size and whether or not it has a factory trailer package. If your Santa Fe does not have the trailer package, the listed maximum towable weight is 2,000 pounds. If you have the trailer package, the maximum trailer weight for a 2.7L engine is 2,800 pounds and for a 3.3L engine it is 3,500 pounds. I recommend checking with your owner's manual to confirm...
view full answer... - Will the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags # F2525 Fit on a 2013 Ford F-150 With Reese 5th Wheel Hitch
- I do have a rear suspension enhancement option for your 2013 Ford F-150, however, the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs, # F2525, are not compatible with most fifth wheel frame brackets that mount to the outboard side of the vehicles frame rail. Most fifth wheel brackets block the frame and it is not recommended to install the Ride-Rite kits on top of fifth wheel brackets.
If you have a fifth wheel kit that uses the 4 individual universal L-brackets, then the Ride-Rite kit may...
view full answer... - Rear Helper Springs for a 2016 Ram 2500HD 4x4 Towing a Travel Trailer
- We do have some rear helper springs for your 2016 Ram 2500HD 4x4 that do not require adding air. The most popular option for your truck are the Timbren springs # TDR2500D. These springs have an 8,600 pound capacity (but do not increase the capacity of the truck bed) so they will work well to keep the truck level and provide a better ride. I have included a link to our informational article on Timbren springs for you.
view full answer... - Recommended Mounting Location of Firestone Command F3 Compressor System # F2581
- When using the No-Drill Mount Kit # F2588 to mount the compressor and electronic control unit (ECU) of the Firestone Air Command F3 Compressor System # F2581, you will simply select a location that is solid and secure on the body/frame of your Silverado 3500, trying to avoid areas that are not protected from debris and moisture.
You should only need to snorkel the air inlet filter if the compressor will be mounted to an exposed, wet location. Otherwise the air filter will attach directly...
view full answer... - What are the Measurements of the Air Bag in Firestone Ride-Rite Kit # F2445
- If your 1974 Toyota Class C RV is built on the 1974 Toyota pickup chassis then we do have options for it, see link. I went out to the warehouse and pulled Firestone kit # F2445 to measure the air bag.
When compressed the height to the top of the spring is 2-5/8 inches and to the top of the valve it is 4-3/4 inches. When not compressed it is 6-1/8 inches tall to the top of the spring and 7-5/8 inches tall to the top of the valve.
The overall diameter is 6 inches whether compressed or not.
view full answer... - Suspension Enhancement To Reduce Porpoising When Towing 30 Ft Travel Trailer w/ 2015 GMC 1500
- Of the various suspension enhancement products we offer, the TorkLift StableLoad Rear Suspension Upgrade Kit # TLA7310 is designed to preload the factory overload springs in order to combat porpoising and reduce side to side sway and body roll. The wedge pack is hinged, which allows you to swing the wedges out of the way when you're not towing or hauling. No drilling is required for installation.
I believe this option would be more effective than an air helper spring system.
view full answer... - Can Firestone Sport-Rite F2337 Install on 2013 Chevy Express Van with 3 inch Lift
- What you can do is use lift spacers with the Sport Rite kit part # F2337 that you referenced which is a fit for your 2013 Chevy Express van.
Since you would need a 3 inch spacer the part you'd need is the # F2368.
view full answer... - Improving Ride Quality On a 2012 Chevy Express Van 3500
- Full size vans, especially heavy duty models like your 3500, are going to ride a little rough when not loaded because of the size of the vehicle and the travel of the suspension (not being compressed by weight means a lot of possible movement). Think of it like riding at the back of a school bus.
The good news is there are some things you can do to get a better ride. Suspension enhancement will help. Air bags will help but # F2173 that you referenced is intended for vehicles with dual...
view full answer... - Can Firestone Air Helper Springs be Used with Existing Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Kit on a 2013 F-250
- The Timbren Rear Suspension Kit # TFR250SDG is recommended for use with your 2013 Ford F-250, due to the the fact that the Timbren Springs mount in the exact same location as the factory installed jounce springs and would not interfere with the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rail and Installation Fifth Wheel kit # RP50026-58.
The Firestone Ride Rite Air Helper Springs # F2535 that you mentioned, are possible to use in conjunction with the Reese 5th Wheel Custom Install Bracket # RP50026-58....
view full answer... - Difference Between the Sport-Rite and the Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs for the 2003 Chevy Silverado
- Air-spring kits are vehicle-specific kits. Kit compatibility is based on your vehicle suspension, all kit types will not work on every vehicle.
The Ride-Rite, item # F2190 will provide additional support for existing suspension and have higher weight capacities. These kits are designed for vehicles with heavy duty suspensions like the 1500 HD series Chevrolet trucks.
The Sport-Rite, item # F2320, will also provide additional support for the vehicle but not in the same capacity as...
view full answer... - Recommended Air Spring Kit With Compressor for a 2017 GMC Sierra 3500
- I have the perfect option that will allow you to install a set of airbags with compressor on your 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 with a 5th wheel hitch currently installed. For this I recommend using the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2596 in addition to the Firestone Air Command II part # F2219. The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs are designed to fit all in bed 5th wheel hitches for this truck.
The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs Kit comes with all the brackets,...
view full answer... - Air Helper Spring Kit Recommendation for a 2015 Ford F250 Super Duty 4x4
- I have a suspension enhancement very similar to the one you referenced that has been confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford F250 4x4, but the part # F2535 has not been confirmed as a fit yet so I cannot safely say it would work for you.
The Air Lift Loadlifter 5000 part # AL88396 would be a great choice for you as it has been confirmed to fit your vehicle. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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