Will Adding Airbags to a 2009 Ford F-250 Increase Towing Capacity

Published 01/29/2019

Question:

I have a 2009 Ford F-250 Superduty quad cab Cabelas edition with a 6.8L V-10 and 4:11 gears. My question is by adding Airlift airbags and upgrading the leaf springs to Heavy duty see attached. Am I able to increase my towing capacity? We are purchasing a 2019 Grand Design 344GK. 12,500 lbs. dry 16,800 lbs. max Truck is 9600 GVWR Front is 6000 GAWR Rear is 6100 GAWR

asked by: Joe

Expert Reply:

The towing capacity of your 2009 Ford F-250 will remain unchanged through the life of the vehicle in the eyes of the manufacturer no matter what components are added. The suspension enhancements that you are referring to will certainly help with your vehicle's ability to support the added weight but again will not increase it.

Please note that when using a set of airbags on a truck that is also pulling a 5th wheel trailer you need to be aware of where the brackets mount for each. If you are looking for a set of airbags that can be used with 5th wheel brackets then I recommend the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs part # AL57398.

expert reply by: Conner L