Will Firestone Air Bags Increase the Capacity of My 2020 Ford F-150?
Updated 09/29/2025 | Published 05/07/2025
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I’m looking at Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle Part Number: F2582 If I put this on a 2020 ford f-150, will it add 5000 pounds of load capacity? I’m trying to tow a 10,000 pound trailer and with my current truck configuration I can’t have anyone in the truck with me. Is it Bluetooth or how does it work it’s kind of hard for me to figure out? I don’t see an air pump but I might not know what I’m looking at.
asked by: Brian C
Expert Reply:
Hey Brian! Sorry but the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs item # F2582 will not add any additional capacity to your 2020 Ford F-150. The 5,000 lbs is talking about supporting the load-carrying capacity not increasing it. This would be the tongue weight of your trailer and anything you're hauling in your bed.
There's no air compressor included with these air bags. It has to be purchased separately. I recommend adding the Firestone Air Command item # F2610 to your truck. This onboard compressor will allow you to adjust the PSI in your air bags from your phone. It does work off of Bluetooth.
What engine do you have in your F-150? We may be able to increase your towing capacity by getting you a higher rated hitch and comboing it up with a weight distribution system.
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Jerred H.
9/29/2025
Hey Brian, did you have a chance to check which engine your F-150 has? I'm curious if you found a solution to increase your towing capacity. Your experience could really help others in a similar situation.