Recommended Air Bags for 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 With B&W 5th Wheel Hitch
Updated 09/29/2025 | Published 04/23/2025
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I am looking for some airbags for my 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 4x4 with 6.5 bed 6.6 Duramax diesel. I currently have a BandW Patriot 18k slider hitch installed in the truck with the BandW frame mounting kit. I want to make sure the airbag kit that I buy will not interfere with the frame mount for my 5th wheel hitch. Thanks,
asked by: Kyle
Expert Reply:
Hey Kyle! The Air Lift # AL57538 you looked at will fit your 2013 GMC Sierra 2500. However, you will have to drill in the frame for installation since you have the 5th wheel rails installed. To avoid drilling I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite # F2709 instead. Firestone also makes a more durable, higher quality air bag so you can count on them lasting.
I also recommend adding an air compressor like the Pacbrake Single Channel Wireless Air Spring Controls w/ Compressor and Remote # PB49MV. This will allow you to control the pressure no matter where you go from the cab of your truck. It has a remote and can be controlled via the app on your phone. It is also capable of the max 150 psi for the Firestone air bags.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Towing/Load Leveling
- Air Springs
- Suspension Only
- Extra Heavy Duty
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Lift
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: inverter
- Search Results: air bags
- Search Results: f9009
- Search Results: 7500xl
- Search Results: air line cutter
- Search Results: airlift airbags
- Video: Step-By-Step Installation Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 Helper Springs - 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Q&A: Choosing Between 5k and 7.5k Air Bags for 2025 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali
- Q&A: Is There Downside to Going with 7500 Air Lift Kit Over 5000
- Shop: Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Air Helper Springs Installation - 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Shop: Victron MultiPlus Pure Sine Wave Inverter Charger - 1,000 Watts - 16 Amps - 12V
- Q&A: Recommended Sway Control for a 2026 Ford F-250 w/ the Camper Package
- Q&A: Should Firestone Heavy Duty Air Compressor Connect to 2019 Silverado 3500 Battery
- Q&A: Will TorkLift StableLoads Work In Conjunction With Timbren Bump Stops?
- Q&A: Differences In Firestone Ride-Rite F2709 and Red Label F2613 For 2023 GMC Sierra 3500
- Video: Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs Installation - 2019 Chevrolet Silverad
- Video: Installing the Air Lift WirelessONE Compressor System on a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Q&A: Recommended Heavy Duty Air Bags for a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500
- Shop: Pin Locks for TorkLift FastGun and Derringer Turnbuckle Handles - Qty 4
- Shop: Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Severe Service - Rear Axle
- Video: All You Need to Know About the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs
- Video: DIY Install: Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs on your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Video: DIY Install: Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs on your 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Shop: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags w/ Easy Mount Compressor - Wireless Control - Single Path - 5,000 lbs
- Shop: Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
on Vehicle Suspension
Robin H.
9/26/2025
Hey Kyle, did you decide to go with the Firestone Ride-Rite airbags to avoid drilling into your truck's frame? I'd love to hear how it worked out for you, as it could help others with a similar setup.