Are Firestone Air Bags for 1996 F-250/F-350 Compatible With In Bed Hitch
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/08/2025
Question:
I have a 1996 powerstroke with ride rite air bags on it. Can I put a goose neck hitch in it with these air bags?
asked by: Case P
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Expert Reply:
Hey Case! I double checked with Firestone and found that none of the air bags that fit the 1996 F-250/F-350 are compatible with an in-bed hitch. The brackets install in the same location as the brackets for a gooseneck. If you want to install the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BWGNRK1110 you will have to remove the air bags from the truck.
expert reply by:
Robin H
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B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch
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B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs
- Gooseneck Hitch
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- 7500 lbs TW
- 30000 lbs GTW
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Robin H.
10/30/2025
Hey Case, did you end up removing the air bags so you could add the B&W Turnoverball hitch to your Powerstroke? Knowing how that setup worked out could help others trying to run both on similar trucks.