Firestone F2176 Air Spring Touches Tire on 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Cab and Chassis

Updated 07/11/2013 | Published 07/10/2013

Question:

What can I do to make it work? Instructions are very vague for chevy installs. The are no holes in my chassis as stated in manual.

asked by: Mike

Expert Reply:

The illustrations in the Firestone Ride-Rite kit # F2176 are generalized since this product can be used with both Chevrolet and Ford trucks. These images will not necessarily match your specific vehicle in all characteristics, including the holes in the frame members.

However, I spoke to a technical contact at Firestone about the fit issue between the air bag and your rear tires. Although it is not noted in their instructions they advise that it is necessary that there be at least 7-1/2 inches clearance between the inside edge of the rear tires and the vehicle frame.

expert reply by: Adam R