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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
Part Number: F2616
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Firestone Vehicle Suspension - F2616
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- 5,000-lb Load Support: Keeps your truck level and stable when towing or hauling heavy loads.
- Better Steering and Braking: Prevents rear sag so your headlights and handling stay consistent.
- Smooth, Stable Ride: Absorbs road shock to stop bottoming out and reduce bounce under load.
- Balances Uneven Cargo: Inflate each side separately from 5–100 psi to level off-center loads.
- Built to Last: Double-convoluted, reinforced rubber springs withstand heavy-duty use for years.
Features to know about
Stay Level and Confident Under Heavy Loads: 5,000-lb Load-Leveling Capacity
When the back end starts to sag from a heavy trailer or stacked bed load, these Ride-Rite air springs pick up the slack. With a 5,000-lb load-leveling capacity, they mount between the frame and rear suspension to keep everything sitting level. That means better steering control, steady braking, and headlight beams that stay aimed where they should—no more squatting under weight or light front-end feel when towing or hauling.
Dial In the Ride You Want: Adjustable Air Pressure from 5 psi to 100 psi
Every haul is different, so it’s handy to tweak your setup for each job. The Firestone system lets you manually adjust air pressure between 5 psi and 100 psi using individual inflation valves for each side. Add air to handle a camper or heavy lumber run, or let some out when driving empty for a smoother ride. You can even fine-tune side-to-side pressure to balance off-center loads for better stability through curves and over uneven ground.
Smooth Out the Rough Spots: Double-Convoluted Rubber Construction
A tough job shouldn’t beat you up on the road. These air springs use a double-convoluted design with four layers of reinforced rubber that absorb road shock and cushion contact between axle and frame. The extra durability helps prevent bottoming out and keeps the suspension working smoothly mile after mile. The rolled crimp seal locks the rubber to corrosion-resistant metal end plates for a secure, leak-free performance you can trust.
Ready for Real Work: Complete Kit with Custom Brackets and Hardware
Each Ride-Rite kit comes with custom brackets, air line tubing, hardware, and separate valves for manual inflation—everything needed to get it mounted up right. Switches, gauges, compressors, and air tanks are available separately if you want in-cab control later on. Once installed, you’ll have solid load support that fights permanent sagging in your leaf springs and keeps your truck riding level no matter how much gear you’re carrying.
Specs
Weight and Capacity
- Load-leveling capacity: 5,000 lbs
Adjustability
- Adjustable air pressure: 5 psi to 100 psi
Warranty
- Air springs: Limited lifetime warranty
- Hardware: 2-Year limited warranty
Note
- Construction material: The construction material of the fittings may vary.
W217602616 Firestone Ride Rite Air Bags - Suspension Kit - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
2616
Replaces Firestone 2579
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2014 - 2028 Ram 3500 Pickup - 2 Wheel Drive
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
3276 reviews
by:
Randy
04/13/2021
System was very easy to install and user friendly. After one years use absolutely no issues. I highly recommend this unit.
by:
Jim
05/12/2025
2015
GMC
Sierra 3500
excellent product, very easy (uncomplicated) install. anyone who is somewhat mechanically inclined can install themselves. It took me about 3.5 hours by myself with simple tools and a jack on my garage floor. Hardest part was me getting up and down from the creeper.
On my truck, (2015 GMC) i had to remove Ebrake cable brackets on both sides and reroute, not a big deal. also, did not find it necessary to remove spare tire heat shield, worked around it just fine. Routed my schrader valves through the plate screw holders for easy access.
On my truck, (2015 GMC) i had to remove Ebrake cable brackets on both sides and reroute, not a big deal. also, did not find it necessary to remove spare tire heat shield, worked around it just fine. Routed my schrader valves through the plate screw holders for easy access.
by:
Vince
06/15/2026
This installation took twice as long as it should have! The top plate had to be modified to clear the leaf spring U bolts and shock absorber bracket.
The Jounce doesn’t allow the installation of the 3/8@ bolts close the leaf spring that holds the brackets together. I’m not sure what to do with this now. I saw in other reviews where other people had similar issues. Not sure if it’s the universal bracket design vs having slotted holes like your video.
Any help would be appreciated.
Also both valve inserts had to be replaced!
The Jounce doesn’t allow the installation of the 3/8@ bolts close the leaf spring that holds the brackets together. I’m not sure what to do with this now. I saw in other reviews where other people had similar issues. Not sure if it’s the universal bracket design vs having slotted holes like your video.
Any help would be appreciated.
Also both valve inserts had to be replaced!
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?
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Robert Howard
08/02/2026
Excellent customer service! Very knowledge staff and basically have anything you need!
I just unpacked my box filled with air bags for my truck! Great video showing how to install made it a breeze!!
I just unpacked my box filled with air bags for my truck! Great video showing how to install made it a breeze!!
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
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Christopher H.
8/4/2026
@RobertH We do what we can. Let us know if you need anything else!
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Robert
01/16/2025
2025
GMC
Sierra 2500
This the 3rd truck I've used and installed myself of the Firestone 5,000lb rated airbags on, and not one has ever failed on me. I used them on a 2007.5 Chevy LMM 2500 LT Silverado, a 2020 Chevy 2500 LTZ Silverado, and yesterday I put them on my 2025 GMC 2500 Denali. I did pair my new bags with an Airlift wireless compressor, which is an awesome addition to the bags. I like the fact that etrailer did a comparison video on the Firestone and AirLift bags, and they found the Firestone bags are of better quality and can support the weight of the axle if you lift the truck off the ground by the frame. If you have never installed these bags, you do not have to lift the truck off the ground or remove your rear tires. If you're like me, and do not have access to a lift, I suggest removing your spare tire, which will give you more seating area, and you will not bonk your head into it. Two thumbs up on this kit
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.
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Dennis
08/27/2026
A great product, works well. Had to remount an electrical plug with zip ties
by:
Alec
09/23/2024
I purchased this Firestone Air suspension and installed it myself on my 2017 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab 4x4. Not having a lift, I had to use a creeper and tarps under and beside the truck to do the installation. Installation was pretty straight forward after viewing the video from etrailer a few times and using the provided diagrams. You will need good 3/4" drive hand tools for the installation. An electric or air impact wrench and ratchet also speeds things up. I then installed a mini onboard compressor with remote control for in cab or outside operation. The system has never leaked air but if it did, any time the vehicle is started, the compressor will refill the system. I keep 10 lbs. air pressure in it and raise it to 20 when I haul my dirt bike on my hitch carrier and it compensates nicely and keeps the vehicle level. All good so far.
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.
by:
Nic
12/27/2025
toyota
Tacoma
Definitely help level the truck back out with the camper, and bed full of firewood cooler. Installed very easily, but it did have a clearance issue with a bracket almost touching the gas tank skid plate. Some grinding down and krylon flat black paint fixed that issue. But the little tacoma still needs heavier shocks to slow the travel down when hitting bumps. Especially bridge joints back to blacktop. In all worth the money, just need to set aside more money for better rear shocks to accommodate. May eventually change them to the cradles to keep flex availability. As well as less issues when putting the truck on a lift for service.
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Mark
08/19/2024
2023
Chevrolet
Silverado 2500
Installation was really easy except for the lower brackets that attach to a lip of metal. There was another piece of metal on the axle that got in the way but i pried and then hammered the bracket into place, squeezing it in. If I didn’t I’d still be able to get the bolt through but I bet as I tightened it down it would move the base plate and wouldn’t be lined up as well. No air is leaking so far. I didn’t buy the compressor so I might screw on some Bluetooth tire pressure monitors so I’ll get notified if pressures drop below 5psi. I have a 2023 Chevy 2500 and surprisingly with 15psi and no load in the bed it rides much better! Doesn’t hop all over the place
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
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Gary
09/13/2025
Just what my Tundra needed to help balance load of bed and trailer.
etrailer.com and the products they offer are 100% in my opinion.
Thank You for your excellent service and follow up.
etrailer.com and the products they offer are 100% in my opinion.
Thank You for your excellent service and follow up.
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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Mark
10/20/2025
2015
toyota
Tacoma
I just installed them and put them to work immediately and I am impressed so far! Installation was pretty simple, and they fit great even with an Old Man Emu 3" lift (7 leaf spring stack). It only took about 15 psi to level up the Tacoma even with 1000 Lbs of feed and a steel high rack on it and they handled that load over 50 miles of some very rough west Texas terrain. They seem to be very well made and heavy duty. Time will tell if they hold up but again, I am very impressed thus far!
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Lee B
06/12/2025
2020
Chevrolet
Silverado 3500
I’d really love to give these a 5 star as they massively improved the ride and porpoising of my truck with a fairly heavy truck back camper. We were shorted one bit of hardware in the kit that caused a 1 hour RT drive to the hardware store for a stupid bolt. One of the hex head flange/wedge bolts for the upper mount was missing . Simple ‘miss’ by someone but was annoying . That aside everything g was great.. instructions were clear and helpful… I’d give them a 2 of 5 for difficulty installing.. any weekend mechanic can do this. The truck rides better and is safer now so thumbs up all around except for Mr Bolt pack loader!
Gwendolyn Y.
6/17/2025
Thanks for being honest with your review, Lee. It really is a bummer when a part, even as small as a nut, is missing causing a delay with the install. However, I'm glad that you were able to get everything installed and that the ride is better and safer now. When's the next camping trip?
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Mike
10/25/2026
It took a little more time to install than I thought, but then again I’m 72 years old and a perfectionist.
Seriously though, they installed per the instructions and the only modification I had to make was to the passenger side brake line, which had to be removed from its holder and gently bent in order to obtain the recommended clearance.
Seriously though, they installed per the instructions and the only modification I had to make was to the passenger side brake line, which had to be removed from its holder and gently bent in order to obtain the recommended clearance.
by:
Floyd
09/18/2026
2019
Chevrolet
Silverado 2500
Great product! Quick shipping, good install instructions, easy to use. Installed these on my 2500HD. Next day had 2,500# of shingles loaded in the truck bed. Truck still sat level, and handled great! I highly recommend for anyone moving weight. Difficulty to install from 1-10, 1 being easiest these are about a 3. I would say around the same level as changing a set of brake pads.
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Mike
04/19/2025
The installation was pretty straightforward, and was managed at campsite with basic tools. It is filled with Milwaukee portable air inflator and has been keeping air pressure set at. We have had good use of it to level truck after loading 5th wheel. I elected to not join both lines together so I can keep individual air pressure in case one had leak but has been fine, I might join them with optional part etrailer offered.
After 1 year and 8,000 miles has been great purchase. All bolt on, no holes to drill, I even placed fill valves in license plate to conceal installation.
Alex at etrailer was excellent as helping us find the correct kit and shipping promptly with great communication and follow up.
After 1 year and 8,000 miles has been great purchase. All bolt on, no holes to drill, I even placed fill valves in license plate to conceal installation.
Alex at etrailer was excellent as helping us find the correct kit and shipping promptly with great communication and follow up.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/21/2025
Your set up looks great, Mike! Where are you planning on traveling to this year?
Gwendolyn Y.
4/23/2025
@Mike I haven't had someone mention an Atlas in a long time! Reminded me of my first road trip with one of my sisters and using a combination of those and print out directions from old reliable MapQuest. Was the only way to know where you were going then.
by:
Al
06/03/2025
Really quite easy installation. Honestly, the hardest part was routing the air line. (that coiled up hose!) I ended up covering the lines with cable wrapping to protect them from any rubbing or scuffing. I also don't have a compatable hitch for the mount, and didn't want to mount them through my bumper in the license plate area because I know I would step on them at some point in time. Product had all the correct parts, high quality, and super happy with it. I wish I had gotten them sooner.
Brooke M.
6/6/2025
Install looks awesome - I think the wrapping of the line was a great idea too! Do you work on vehicles a lot?
Brooke M.
6/9/2025
@Al sounds like you basically have a shop all to yourself! And haha, the creeper comment made me laugh! Thanks for clarifying LOL
by:
James
09/29/2026
installed the Firestone Ride Rite air helper springs with the on board pump and they work great!
by:
Steve
04/08/2025
I recommend this to anyone with a 3/4 ton that wants stability without adding springs. It works well at giving support when I hook up to the 5th wheel. Before adding the airbags the rear suspension would settle 4 inch or more when hitching up to the trailer. Now I can control how much it settles and I get more stability and a better ride. Good system and not too difficult to install. I would have given 5 stars but I had to make three attempts to get the airlines to seal. The airlines are plastic and are a tight coil and are tough to straighten and install. I had a leak that I finally was able to remedy after several attempts at connecting. This was frustrating but I am still a big fan of this system and highly recommend these airbags. I have run with as much as 60 psi in the bags and have decided that around 40 is about right for my setup. The truck settles about 1-2 inches with about 40-60 psi.
Brooke M.
4/9/2025
Glad to hear this, Steve! I am curious, what all did you do to find and fix the leak? I'm always looking for new ways to help folks stop a leak or whatever the issue is :)
by:
Fig
07/11/2026
Been a great product for me has worked well for my application I chose to just run individual airlines out by the license plate to air up when needed with a little handheld compressor did not want to spend the extra money on onboard compressor pretty straightforward install
The only thing I changed was the plastic air hoses to braided lines with fittings
You would think braided lines would be standard equipment with these bags plastic hoses are junk
Hope this helps somebody down the road
The only thing I changed was the plastic air hoses to braided lines with fittings
You would think braided lines would be standard equipment with these bags plastic hoses are junk
Hope this helps somebody down the road
by:
Brenton
06/16/2026
Best airbag kit on the market! Going on 10 years and 160k miles on one kit and a year and a half on the other (two different vehicles). Firestone’s quality is excellent, their customer service is exceptional, and the kit design is simple. Quality components means ZERO air leaks in 10 years when installed properly (cut the airlines at 90 degrees with an inexpensive airline cutter or brand new razor blade). Their mounting brackets are simplified, making more room for the airbag between the axle and frame. And the double convoluted bag offers better ride quality and more suspension movement than a single convoluted bag. I’ve run a single convoluted bag setup from another reputable manufacturer and noticed a marked decrease in ride quality and comfort. I also recommend installing cradles such as those from Daystar (also 10 years on a set) to allow 100% downtravel for maintenance or off-road articulation without fear of tearing a bag. Well worth spending a little more for this USA brand kit over the cheap Chinese copy-cat kits. I tow and haul regularly - weekly, if not several times a week - and these have stood up to snowy sub freezing winters, 100 degree summer days, dusty and gravely off-highway adventures, and general use and abuse that comes from working out of a vehicle for a decade. Can’t find a better kit.
by:
Clark H
04/08/2025
1999
Toyota
Tacoma
These are very well built, and the installation instructions were clear and easy to follow. I run my Tacoma with a camper shell, and the weight always had the back end squatted a little. These air springs require 5 psi minimum, and I've got 7 in there now, and the level is great. I test drove at 80 psi just for fun, and the truck looked and felt silly. But the real reason I got these is so I can handle loads in the bed and/or tongue weight from trailers. The diameter of the upper and lower disks on the springs is about 4.5 inches. Doing the quick math, the pair of springs will compensate for about 320 lb of load (over the axles) for every 10 psi you inflate. Tongue weights are applied farther back on the vehicle so it works out to about 225 lb of tongue weight per 10 psi given the geometry of my Tacoma. At any rate, these springs will compensate for any conceivable load I'd put on this truck. I'm very happy with them.
Oh, I drilled and installed the inflation valves in the bumper, right under the license plate lights where they're unlikely to get stepped on or have loads dropped on them.
Oh, I drilled and installed the inflation valves in the bumper, right under the license plate lights where they're unlikely to get stepped on or have loads dropped on them.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/10/2025
You're much better at math than me, Clark! I really do appreciate all your attention to detail with this kit as well as with your truck. How often do you are you carrying a load in the truck?
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Terry Thrower
09/06/2026
The airlines could use an upgrade. When pulling a travel trailer 26’ the air pressure would drop 10 lbs in 3 hours of highway travel
by:
Bill
09/23/2026
2006
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
Had to call firestone talk with engineers to learn what I needed to do to get bolt on kit to work with my truck but I like product installation instructions are piss pour at best
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EL Timber LLC
05/24/2025
Brackets bent in first few months apparently due to not enough air pressure. Warranty department was cooperative with replacement.
Seems to me a better mounting design could be used. Instructions need some work also but product performance is what to be expected.
Seems to me a better mounting design could be used. Instructions need some work also but product performance is what to be expected.
El L.
5/25/2026
Brackets kept bending. Eventually distorted the frame. I removed them and went with another product.
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Mark
08/26/2026
Working great. Better than Airlift bags in last truck
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view full answer... - Can Vehicle with Ride-Rite Air Springs Be Lifted on Vehicle HoistFirestone Ride-Rite rear air spring kit # F2616 is a correct fit for your 2014 Ram 3500 2WD pickup and you are right that Firestone includes a caution in their installation instructions (which are linked for you) concerning lifting the vehicle by the frame. Please refer to page 4 of the instructions. Firestone states: Once the air helper springs are installed, it is recommended that the vehicle not be lifted by the frame, as over-extension may occur, resulting in damage to the air helper...
view full answer... - 2014 RAM 3500 Dually Fifth Wheel Rail Kit and Air Suspension Enhancement RecommendationYes, you can install air suspension enhancement on your 2014 Ram 3500 and have a fifth wheel hitch installed. Firestone has confirmed that their kit part # F2616 (2 wheel drive models) and their part # F2615 (4 wheel drive models) will fit your truck and will allow a fifth wheel hitch to be installed at the same time. The Reese Select Plus fifth wheel hitch part # RP30081 that you referenced would be an excellent choice for a hitch, but for a rail kit to install this hitch you would want...
view full answer... - Fitment of Firestone Air Ride Kit on a 2015 Dodge Ram 3500 DuallyGood news, I can help you figure out which Firestone Kit will work on your 2015 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually. The Firestone # F2560 will be the Air-Ride kit if you have a 4 wheel drive 3500 and the Firestone # F2616 Air-Ride kit will fit if you have the 2 wheel drive model. Both these have a load leveling capacity of 3,200 to 5,000lbs. The switches, gauges, compressors, and air tanks are sold separately. The kit for the airbag kit # F2560 is the # F2158. The kits for the # F2616 are the #...
view full answer... - Autosliding 5th Wheel Hitch and Suspension Upgrade for 2019 Ram 3500If your 2019 Ram 3500 has less then an 8' bed than I would recommend a sliding hitch. If your truck has an 8' bed a slider won't be necessary because there will be more room between the nose of the 5th wheel and the cab of your truck. When you tow a 5th wheel with a truck that has a short bed (less than 8'), there can be issues when making slow speed turns where the cab and nose of the trailer get too close for comfort, and in some cases can make contact. Obviously no one wants that. That's...
view full answer... - Firestone Ride Rite Air Bag Kit Recommendation for 2019 Ram 3500The Firestone Ride Rite kit that fits your 2019 Ram 3500 is the part # F2616. These air springs maximize safe load-carrying capacity, increase stability, and improve the ride quality of your truck especially when towing or carrying a heavy load in the bed of the truck. For a compressor kit then the heavy duty part # F2097 which will work great to make inflating the bags and maintaining them easier. The compressor will inflate faster than standard compressors and the gauge inside the vehicle...
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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.