Will Firestone Air Bags Works with Curt 5th Wheel Brackets on 2017 Ford F-350

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will the Curt C16428-204 5th wheel mounting brackets fit on my 2017 F250 6 3/4 truck with firestone air springs installed on rear axel? Looks like if I remove spacers from springs the Curt plates will fit between the spring brackets and truck frame using the same bolts and frame holes. Please advise.

asked by: Jeff H

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The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F35FV which are a fit for a 2017 Ford F-250 are compatible with the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford part # C79BR. The air bag brackets mount underneath and inside the frame whereas the fifth wheel hitch brackets mount outside the frame so they will work together great without issue.

If you have a different, older kit then you just need to make sure the old brackets don't mount on the outside of the frame. Unfortunately, we have no way to look up the older kits to ensure compatibility but if you send a photo I'll do my best to speculate fit.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Hello Matt, I was seeing some mixed information on this as well, so I reached out directly to my contact at Firestone to confirm. The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags w/ Easy Mount Compressor - Wireless Control - Single Path - 5,000 lbs #F44XV will fit…

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Answer 9

We do! What you're looking for is the Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit for Reese Elite Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches #RP87FR. This is the exact same setup that would have been installed on your 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty if it had the OEM…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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Will Firestone Air Bags Works with Curt 5th Wheel Brackets on 2017 Ford F-350

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