Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for a 1992 Ford F-250 with Fifth Wheel Rails

Updated 05/26/2015 | Published 05/23/2015

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

(3086)

$373.17

Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System

(6575)

$269.36

Question:

Just purchased the Reese RP 30035 universal rail kit. I went to install and noticed the Ride Rite air spring brackets F2071 are in the way of where the L brackets of rail kit install. Is there a different top bracket for this ride rite system that can be used one whose bolt holes are closer to center of air spring and not so wide and in the way of where rail L brackets mount? Sure would like to keep and use my ride rites with the 5th wheel hitch. Leveling the truck when 5er is connected is one of the purposes of the ride rites. Thanks 1992 Ford F350 2WD Long Bed Overload springs factory

asked by: Carlos

Expert Reply:

I have a suspension enhancement solution I can provide for you, but there is no way to use air suspension enhancement like the part # F2071 on a 1992 Ford F-250 with fifth wheel rails as the two brackets interfere with each other like you have found.

Your best option would be a Timbren setup like the part # TFR150SDE. This will fit your vehicle and would be compatible with your rail kit.

expert reply by: Jameson C