Recommended 7,500LB Capacity Air Springs and Compressor For a 2016 Ford F-250
Published 08/17/2023
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2016 F250 XL crew cab short bed 6.7 power stroke 4x4 Planning to put in a BandW turn over ball down the road but looking for good airbag setup now. Looking at either Firestone red labels or airlift xl. What is your recommendation
asked by: Gary P
Expert Reply:
Personally I prefer the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs # AL57596 over the Firestone Red Label # F2703 for your 2016 Ford F-250. The Air Lift has an internal jounce bumper which not only helps to prevent damage to the spring but it also helps to reduce bouncing when towing heavy loads. Since installation of air springs requires removing the factory jounce bumper you lose this component all together with the Firestone. It is also easier to fill the Air Lift springs since they only require 5-100psi versus the Firestone which can require up to 150psi and not all compressors are capable of reaching that psi.
I recommend using the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL58WQ with these air springs. It allows you to easily adjust the air pressure in your springs from your smart phone with the Air Lift app. This means no manual fills or having to run air lines into your cab for a dash mounted gauge and fill/deflate switch. The smart manifold is also able to monitor air pressure in each spring while you drive and it will automatically make changes should the air pressure change by more than 3psi.
Both of these will not interfere with the installation of the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1111 you plan to also install.
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