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... - Best Air Helper Springs and Compressor System for a 2018 Ram 2500
- For your 2018 Ram 2500, I highly recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs part # F2706. The Red Label Airbags are Firestone's heavy duty version. The airbags are rated with a support capacity up to 7,500 lbs which will be perfect for trailers up to 25,000 lbs. The airbags will only be responsible for the tongue weight (TW) of the trailer and not the entire gross trailer weight (GTW).
You will have no problems installing the airbags as they will not...
view full answer... - Air Bag Helper Springs for a 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4
- For your 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4 I do recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite helper springs # F2596. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation of this kit for you.
Adding an on-board compressor system is an excellent idea any time air bags are used on a vehicle. It will allow you to add or remove air from the comfort of the truck cab so you will not have to have a separate compressor.
There are different compressor systems you can use. If you are looking...
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 Ride-Rite Rear-Axle Air Bag Kit for 2006 Ford F-350 4WD Long Bed with 5th Wheel Hitch
- Yes, the Firestone Ride-Rite rear-axle air bag kit # F2400 if a confirmed no-drill fit on your 4WD 2006 Ford F-350 Super Duty long bed pickup with 5th wheel hitch installed. I linked an installation video to show you the whole process.
If you like you can add a compressor # F2097 to provide easy adjustment of both bags' pressure from the comfort of the cab. An install video for the compressor is included. This can be installed along with the air bags or it can be added later on if you...
view full answer... - Air Bag Kit Recommendation for 2005 Ford F-250/350 with B and W Gooseneck Hitch Installed
- So your best solution is going to be the Firestone Air Bag Kit part # F2400 which is confirmed as a fit for your 2005 Ford F-Series Super Duty and was designed specifically for fitting trucks that have in-bed hitches like the B and W hitch your truck has. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
For a compressor kit the part # F2158 would be a great way to monitor the air pressure and make inflating the bags easy.
view full answer... - Best Airbags for a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD with 6 Inch Lift
- For your 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2250. These airbags will do an excellent job of helping to distribute the weight of the trailer across the vehicle in addition to helping with stability and off center loads.
Now in order to compensate for the 6" lift on your vehicle, you will need to add a spacer. The correct spacer for you will depend on the distance you have between the upper and lower brackets once installed....
view full answer... - Where is the Fuse for Trailer Running Lights on a 2014 Ram 1500?
- According to the owner's manual for your 2014 Ram 1500 the trailer running light fuse is in location F29 under the hood. It takes a 20 amp yellow cartridge fuse. There is also a fuse for the Trailer Tow Receptacle in location F30. It takes a 30 amp pink cartridge fuse.
This will be the same location for a boat trailer or any other trailer.
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... - Firestone 2250 Airbag Fit for 2006 Chevy Silverado 3500 With B&W Flipover Gooseneck Hitch
- I spoke with my contact at Firestone, who tells me that the frame bracket for your B and W Gooseneck hitch will not interfere with the installation or use of the Ride Rite # 2250 Air Helper Spring.
The air bag will locate between the underside of the frame member and the top of the axle, just in board of the leaf springs as shown in the diagram posted for you.
view full answer... - Using Air Bags on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 When Towing 5th Wheel Trailer
- Air bag kits like the Firestone Ride-Rite Rear Axle Air Helper Spring Kit # F2596 are intended to provide load support with a truck bed cargo load or to reduce sag when hitched to a trailer. Air springs do not so much directly lift the rear end as they simply reduce some of the compression of the rear suspension when under load. This of course depends on the exact load and inflation level.
If your concern is keeping your 5th wheel trailer level when hitched you might check to see whether...
view full answer... - Rear Suspension Enhancement Recommendations For A 2016 Ford F-150 XLT
- You have several options to choose from in order to enhance the rear suspension of your 2016 Ford F-150 XLT while towing. Each of which has their own individual pro's and con's
The best way to combat vehicle sag when towing a trailer is a weight distribution system because it will distribute the weight on the rear axle across the entire vehicle and trailer. Choosing the right system is very important. You will first start off by measuring the total tongue weight of your ready to tow...
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... - 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.
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 kit is intended to be used with the # F6401 springs.
view full answer... - Maximum Trailer Weight for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado with 5.3L Engine
- I looked at the owner's manual for your 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and for the 4WD Crew Cab, Standard Box with a 5.3L Engine and a 3.42 axle ratio, the maximum trailer weight for the vehicle to tow is 9,500 pounds. The GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating), which is the maximum allowable combined mass of the vehicle, passengers, cargo and the trailer is 15,000 pounds.
The GVW of 7,500 you see on the sticker inside the door refers to the Gross Vehicle Weight, which is the maximum weight...
view full answer... - Differences Between Firestone Ride Rite Air Helper Spring Kits # F2542 and # F2525
- According to my Firestone representative, the only difference between the # F2542 and the # F2525 is that the mounting brackets on the F2542 are a bit different to allow a B and W fifth wheel hitch or a fifth wheel hitch with the # RP30035 universal brackets to be installed. The Firestone # F2525 would not be compatible with frame brackets for a fifth wheel hitch.
view full answer... - Can Firestone Air Bags be Used with Weight Distribution Hitch when Towing a Trailer
- You could use air bags and weight distribution at the same time. But 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 to that...
view full answer... - On-Board Compressor Recommendation for use with Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs
- There are several options for an on-board compressor for your Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2299. Since you tow your gooseneck every day, I suggest using a heavy-duty compressor.
If you would like to be able to level the air springs individually, I recommend the Firestone Dual Air Command II # F2168. This kit comes with a pneumatic control that mounts in the cab, a super-heavy-duty compressor, and a 1/2 gallon air tank. The air tank helps to inflate the air springs faster....
view full answer... - Availability of 6 Inch Spacers for Firestone Airbags on a Truck with 6 Inch Lift
- You would just need the 6 inch spacers, # F2374. Using 2 sets of the 3 inch spacers is not a good idea because the more components you add to the system the more points of weakness there are. Not that the spacers or system are weak but if you can avoid a potential issue it would be a good idea.
Spacer # F2374 is for use on air bag systems that mount on leaf springs and # F2375 is for air bag systems that mount on axles.
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... - Available Lift Spacers for Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bag Kit F2550
- If you do not know the height added by your truck's lift kit you can measure the distance between the upper and lower brackets (without the air bag) to determine which spacer you need to fill the gap.
For a 2-inch spacer use # F2366; for a 3-inch use # F2368; for a 4-inch spacer use # F2370; for a 5-inch spacer use # F2373; for a 6-inch use # F2374.
If your current lift block is tapered (from 3-1/2 to 4-inches tall) you'll probably be best off using the 4-inch spacer block # F2370.
view full answer... - Portable Compressor That Can Inflate 80 PSI Trailer Tires
- We have the portable air compressor by Bulldog part # BDW41000 that is rated for up to 150 psi which would work well for your 80 psi requirement.
I attached a review video for this compressor for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Replacement Remote Control for Firestone Air Command F3 Compressor Systems
- The replacement remote control for the Air Command F3 Compressor System part # F2581 is the Replacement Remote Control for Firestone Air Command F3 Compressor Systems part # F9490.
view full answer... - Mounting Location for Air Tank and Compressor for Air Bag Suspension on 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD
- When the # F2239 is installed, the air tank is typically installed under the vehicle, along one of the frame members. The compressor is best located under the hood, although you can mount it along the frame members if necessary.
If you want the compressor tied into the air bag system, along with having in-cab control, I would recommend using the Air Lift Air Helper Springs, part # AL57338 along with the Air Lift Quick Shot Compressor System, part # AL25690. The Air Lift springs are...
view full answer... - Will Airbags Make a Smooth Ride in a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2L 4X4
- All of the suspension enhancement solutions are going to stiffen up the ride. Using airbags will allow you some degree of customization, less air would be a softer ride, more air would be a stiffer ride. But no matter how much air is in the bags they would engage first, before the stock suspension could fully compress. Since you have added softer shocks in the rear I do not think that airbags would create the ride quality you are looking for.
Interestingly you might notice a better ride...
view full answer... - Factory Air Ride Suspension or Aftermarket Air Springs for 2017 Ram 3500
- Based on my research, the factory air ride suspension for the 2017 Ram 3500 will essentially replace the coil spring suspension on the vehicle. This will provide some nice features and the decision is ultimately up to you, but I do recommend going with an aftermarket system instead, such as the Firestone Ride Rite Air Helper Springs # F2560, as long as the truck has 4 wheel drive.
The main reason I recommend an aftermarket suspension enhancement over the factory air ride system is the...
view full answer... - What Is Difference Between Firestone Ride-Rite F2535 And F2550 For 2015 Ford F-250 Diesel
- The Firestone Ride-Rite suspension systems are designed for your truck based on the engine.
For your 2015 F-250 with a diesel engine the Ride-Rite system designed to fit your truck is part # F2597.
Part # F2550 is designed for gasoline engines.
The difference is the brackets used to install the Ride-Rite system on the frame of the truck.
Both of these system will work with a gooseneck hitch system installed on the truck.
You can also control the amount of air pressure...
view full answer... - Maximum Towing Capacity of a 2012 Ford F-350
- The dry weight of your 2016 Grand Design Solitude is the weight calculated from the factory without any additional weight added to the trailer. The gross trailer weight (GTW) rating of your 2016 Grand Design Solitude is the most that it can weigh when completely loaded. Depending on the amount of cargo you're carrying on the trailer the actual weight of the trailer will fall in between 13,200 and 16,000 lbs.
As long as your trailer is not loaded to the brim with cargo and accessories...
view full answer... - Rear Axle Air Bag & Compressor Kit for 2016 Ford F-350 4x4
- On the linked page you can view all rear-axle air bag kits for your 2016 Ford F-350 4x4. These include kits from both Firestone and AirLift, such as Firestone Ride-Rite # F2597 and Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 # AL57396. Both of these kits offer a 5000-lb load support rating and both install without drilling.
A wireless compressor kit is available as a separate item. Firestone offers their Wireless Air Command F3 Compressor System # F2581 which allows for independent pressure control of...
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