Difference Between Firestone 7500 and Air Lift 7500 for 2020 GMC Sierra 3500

Published 01/10/2020

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Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

(899)

$643.47

Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

(257)

$800.99

Firestone Air Command Heavy Duty Air Compressor - Remote and Smartphone App - Dual Path

(375)

$1273.39

Question:

I'm interested in one of your 7500 air bag kits either the Air Lift LoadLifter XL or the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label. What is the difference between these two? Please confirm which kit part number I need for my 2020 GMC Sierra 3500. Thanks.

asked by: Tim G

Expert Reply:

The air spring kit I recommend for your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 is the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label # F2709. Firestone air bags are less likely to leak and overall more reliable thanks to their rolled crimp seal that keeps the bags securely anchored to the metal end plates. This is superior to the standard band style clamp designed used on the Air Lift bags, like the LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs # AL57541.

Another advantage of the Firestone kit is that it gives you the option to use the included no-drill inflation valve bracket, which means you don't have to drill the two 5/16 inch holes needed to install the schrader valves on your truck. See attached photo.

If you're opting for the Red Label air bags you're likely a frequent tower and haul heavier loads, so you will benefit the most from an on-board compressor. I highly recommend the Air Command Compressor System with Wireless Remote and Heavy Duty Compressor - Dual Path # F96VV because it's designed to run cooler even if it's ran frequently (every day) and it's 3 times bigger than other heavy duty compressors on the market. This means you will spend less time airing up your bags, and more time on the road.

expert reply by: Carla M