Recommended Front and Rear Airbag Kit for a 2009 Ford F-250

Updated 08/17/2017 | Published 08/16/2017

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Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs - Front Axle

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Firestone Air Command Heavy Duty Air Compressor with Tank - Analog - Dual Path

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

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Question:

on my 2009 f-250 will front and back air springs inprove the ride quality when not loaded. Also will it level the truck so I can put on a bigger tire.

asked by: Charlie

Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, arguably the best way to improve ride quality on your 2009 Ford F-250 would involve installing a set of airbags. For the front I recommend using the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F4101 and for the rear I recommend using the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2550.

These airbag kits will improve ride quality both loaded and unloaded. The rear airbags can be adjusted from 5 psi to 100 psi and the front airbags can be adjusted from 5 psi to 35 psi. The level of air you put into each bags will dictate the level of comfort you receive.

If your suspension has too much movement then yes they will enhance the ride quality while unloaded. They will only raise the height of the truck back to stock when you are hauling a heavy load causing the vehicle to sag. In order to operate each of these bags at the same time and while still in the vehicle, I recommend using the Firestone Air Command II part # F2168 as this kit comes with a heavy duty compressor, 1/2 gallon air tank, and a pneumatic single-gauge control panel.

I have attached a few review and installation videos on these products for you.

expert reply by: Conner L