5th Wheel Hitch Compatible Air Helper Spring Recommendation for 2019 Ford F-250

Published 07/31/2021

Products Featured in This Question

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

(3010)

$448.90

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

(661)

$669.67

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

(359)

$784.38

Question:

thanks for your reply. a couple other questions. which system would provide a better loaded ride 5th wheel travel trailer 2600lb pin weight the F89ZR or the AL57577. if the AL57577 is your choice will it work on the 2019 F250 FX4 with the Demco under bed rail mount. thanks

asked by: Wayne E

Expert Reply:

The AirLift LoadLifter 7500 XL, part # AL57577 and the Firestone # F35FV are both a confirmed fit for your 2019 Ford F-250, and both are compatible with in-bed hitches.

I'd personally choose the Firestone option, because their crimp sealed spring end caps doe a better job attaching the rubber spring to the end caps which are more durable than the band clamp arrangement used by AirLift. Plus, the 7500 lb capacity of the # AL57577 is more capacity than most folks would ever need.

You might also be interested in an on-board compressor system like # F2219 that would allow you to add or remove pressure from the system from the cab of the truck. It's not a necessary option, but it is very convenient, especially if the loads you carry vary. There's something to be said for not having to pull into a gas station to use their compressor while pulling a trailer to add pressure to the system.

I've linked to install videos for the air helper spring kits and the compressor kit mentioned above.