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When you’re hauling heavy gear or towing your biggest trailer, rear-end sag throws off control and braking. Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty air springs add up to 7,500 lbs of load-leveling capacity between the frame and rear suspension. They keep your truck level under load, maintain even tire contact, and help align your headlights so driving feels steady and predictable mile after mile.
Loads change every day, and these heavy-duty air bags let you match pressure to the job. Each spring can be inflated independently using the included manual valves to balance off-center loads or fine-tune ride height. Drop down to 5 psi when running empty for a smooth, compliant ride, then air up as needed for maximum stability and control when you hitch up or load down.
These aren’t ordinary helper springs. Red Label air springs use four layers of reinforced rubber with a braided wire girdle for a double-convoluted shape that boosts burst pressure and durability. Corrosion-resistant metal end plates are crimp-rolled—not band clamped—so the bags stay securely sealed even when the axle hangs free. This rugged build takes on extreme loads without losing strength or air pressure.
The kit comes ready with brackets, hardware, air lines, and separate inflation valves for manual fill. Vehicle-specific brackets mount directly to the axle and frame for a no-drill install that fits cleanly with your existing setup. Once installed, you can easily route the air lines to the bumper for quick access when adjusting pressure. It’s straightforward gear built for anyone who would rather spend time towing than wrenching.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
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Ratings & Reviews
This truly changed how I haul highly recommend it! 2022 GMC 2500HD AT4 Diesel. Install was exactly like the videos and instructions were fantastic. It took 5 hours to install these bags and Airlift wireless one compressor. I do not have a vehicle lift or large jack stands so I removed the spare tire and heat shield giving me plenty of space, just laying on the concrete. There were two modifications I had to make. 1) There is a no-fit issue on the hook spring mounts where it impacts a bracket on the axle. On the drivers side I was able to remove 1/4" of the bracket from the axle. On the drivers side I was had to shave off 1/8" off the hook spring mount to allow it to fit. Otherwise the installation was quite simple! Tanks to FabRats who had a video on this install that got me interested in making this modification and after my first 15K RV haul it fabulous. My only regret is that I did not do this earlier in my life!
I highly recommend these air bags. It's the second set I've owned, Silverado 2500 & a single wheel 3500. I tow some heavy loads, 40' camper and 25,000lb gooseneck. These air bags help keep everything in check, the ride is second to none compared to the truck without them. I'll never own a tow rig without them again.
Casey
6/10/2025
Its been almost 2 years theyve worked without issue. Theyve definitely been put to the test.
One year review excellent shape no issues no air leaks holding up well under heavy hauling equipment loads very happy with with product
It was missing a part, and firestone was notified and sent the missing part. Kelly V. answered the phone call and was so helpful. We will be installing it this summer. Thanks again, Kelly for your quick help, and sending the picture of box. It was a very big piece of metal. Thanks again. Jon and Dea
Customer service is awesome, thank you for all your help. Will definitely recommend to others and will always get my trailing needs from you.
FIRST TIME I GOT THE WRONG KIT.THAT'S WHY 4 STARS ONLY! CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS REALLY HELPFULL TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM.THE PROBLEM WAS THERE IS A 1TON AND A 1TON HD! WHICH ARE DIFFERENT IN THE FRAME DESIGN!
Little different compared to Firestone I installed 9 years ago. The top mount is a big improvement.
The bottom mount looked awesome using clips under the pad instead of the vertical and horizontal U Bolts on the older version I installed in 2017.
The park brake cable bracket was directly in the way of the pinch bolt for base plate clip connection
pass side.
I made it work with a little fanning on the lower clip.
It was about 98 degrees and have not swapped the drivers side out yet being it is still functional. All good with me, if you had not asked for a review etrailer would not have heard from me.
EZ install good video
Great fit, easy install. And fantastic service and shipping 10 stars.
Easy install. Works great with gooseneck hitch! Only had to make a very slight modification to one of the bottom clips. Had to cut a very small piece out of the way to seat properly on the axle side pad.
Perfect addition to my 2500. They really help with leveling and staying off full squish. Next addition will be a compressor so I can adjust in cab.
Installed on my 2025 3500 GMC. Installation was pretty straight forward. Big cabover camper and a big boat, the air springs made a huge difference!
I have Firestone air bags on my older truck and had no problem with then. And the new Firestone air bags work great on my new truck.
Works great. The instructions and install videos were extremely helpful.
Fairly easy to install. They work great, just follow inflation instructions and learn what pressure works for specific loads. All I did was put my 2025 GMC hd2500 on 6" blocks and removed the spare tire - that allowed easy access for installation.
I’ve had them on my 2024 Silverado 2500 for a year now and I have had no problems with them. I pull a TT Toy Hauler (10,000lbs +) and have put about 7,000 miles on them with the trailer alone. I run 10 psi in them when pulling, which doubles to 20 psi under load. No load, I run about 3 psi. They came highly recommended by my mechanic/avid RVer. I would buy them again.
Victoria H.
3/21/2025
Thanks for sharing your insight, Edward! Sounds like these have more than held up for you. Do you have any upcoming adventures planned?
Edward
3/21/2026
Working on two years now with the airbags and they have worked perfectly. I run about 18 lbs on my Silverado 2500 while towing a 10,000 lb toy hauler and seems to be the magic number for my setup. I deflate to 2-3 lbs when not towing.
These bags are great for leveling out and handling of my truck with a load I measured the bottom of my hitch to the ground empty,then subtract about an inch or so and thats where i air up the bags to using a Dewalt battery air compressor.
Shipping was quick .Very easy directions . Installation went very well.
Hey Josh. Got everything on without too much issue and got the Arctic Fox 990 loaded up for its first trip out this week, also while towing my boat. Very cool to load the camper on and then stand back and load a pressure on the compressor remote and watch/hear it do its thing. Camper was loaded up with gear and 55 gallons of water. Rode like a Cadillac. Minimum sway with the stabilizers, still dialing those in as our winds in Spring are ever changing here. Very, very satisfied. Big shout out to you and Chris and the woman on the CS phone line (don't have her name, sorry) for all the help. Highly recommended. Joe
Very well madel. The installation videos that etrailer has really helped and made it very easy to install, and if you had any questions, you could go back and watch the video again. I shopped around and E trailer had the best price of anyone. The customer service team was very nice and helpful with the order.
Victoria H.
3/18/2025
Thanks Daniel! I'm so glad the installation videos came in handy for you, and they look good too.
This is my second set of Firestone air bags that I've purchased and I've been very happy with the ease of install and at how much better the truck rides.
Quality product, this fits a Chevy HD 2500 ZR2 in stock form.Most of the installation is easy and straightforward. The compressor comes with a mounting kit and it probably will work for a long bed frame but it was not usable on my standard bed model. Drilling holes into the frame was a total PITA. Having the compressor control Bluetooth to your phone is nice.However, mine seems to only stay connected within 5 feet of the driver seat. So walking away from your truck to view to see if it is level with your phone will cause it to disconnect. So you leave the phone in the driver seat and walk away to view the truck and then return to it again to adjust the air bags. Overall it is much nicer than having overloade leaf springs.
I usually don't leave reviews unless i'm being compensated. When searching for airbags online, I found many conflicting reviews, so I am compelled leave a review. My truck is a 2025 2500 Silverado LTZ. The install was "simple", but nothing is "easy" it took some effort. 4 hours start to finish including setup and clean up moving at a leisurely pace. All parts were included,instructions were clear. After install, I checked for leaks and nothing leaked. At 5lbs,unloaded truck, the airbags are imperceptible, feels like riding on stock suspension. This was the most important result I was hoping for since the truck is a daily driver. At higher pressure, hauling a load, they do the intended job quite well. Very pleased, highly recommend.
Gwendolyn Y.
5/4/2026
Thanks for going outside your normal and leaving a review for the air bags, Adam. I know I'm someone who relies on reviews to make sure I'm getting what I think I'm getting so I know people will be appreciated of your review. What are you usually hauling around with your truck?
Gwendolyn Y.
5/5/2026
Install went well, instructions were easy to understand. The only thing I didn't like was the big nut (holds top of airbag to bracket) interfered with bracket securing the top bracket to the bounce/jounce part. Not sure what the fix would be, I used a wrench to get it on (it should have threaded on by hand most of the way).
I don't have any leaks, all seems good. We tow next week and that will be the test. I expect no issues, it all looks good.
Scotb
7/1/2026
still working great
Install was straightforward. Instructions are pretty good and easy to follow. I paired with an onboard air compressor with wireless control which makes adjusting air pressure in the bars super convenient.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/18/2025
You have a nice set up, Donald! I'd love to hear how your first tow goes once you can take the camper out!
Donald
4/21/2026
A year in and still 5 stars. The ride and controll is noticable better with the air bags inflated to just 60psi when towing my 16K lb 5th wheel. I run with about 30 psi if Im hauling a lighter load and just keep 5psi in them when Im empty. I have had no issues at all with the air bags or my on board compressor. Absolutely recommend this set up.
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Casey
6/10/2025
Its been almost 2 years theyve worked without issue. Theyve definitely been put to the test.