How Do You Set The Air Pressure In The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs F2609?
Updated 12/22/2025 | Published 10/07/2024
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Good fit for 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 turbo max? How is the air pressure set?
asked by: Al
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Hello Al, thanks for reaching out. The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2609 are indeed a good fit for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 turbo max. Thea air pressure is set by an air compressor. The # F2609 kit comes with two schrader valves that are mounted near the bumper. You can use really any air compressor to fill the bags. A lot of people will use the compressor they have in their garage. I have used a tire inflator to fill air bags and that works fine too. You also have the option of adding an onboard compressor like the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs # AL58WQ. This is a wireless compressor so it allows you to fill the bags via the Air Lift smartphone app. The app also gives you real time towing info and diagnostics so if you plat to tow frequently it is definitely worth investing in.
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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
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Jesse M.
12/22/2025
Hey Al, how did things go with the Firestone Ride-Rite air springs on your Sierra 1500? Did you end up using a garage compressor or try the wireless Air Lift system for filling them? Your experience could point others in the right direction.