Can I Use Air Lift Air Bags With Spacers And Cradles On 2022 Ford F-250?

Updated 08/15/2025 | Published 07/26/2025

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Air Lift Air Helper Spring Cradle - Fits Bellows Style Air Springs

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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

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Air Lift Universal Air Spring Spacers for LoadLifter 5000 and 7500XL - 2" Lift - Qty 2

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Question:

I have a 22 F-250 with a 4.5” Carli suspension with their progressive Deaver leaf springs. I’m wanting to add airbags. Do you have a spacer and cradle that will work with the Airlift 5000 airbag kit?

asked by: Daniel L

Expert Reply:

Hello Daniel, thanks for reaching out. It is possible to add air bags to your 2022 Ford F250. It is also possible to use spacers and cradles at the same time with an Air Lift setup. Basically the cradle would bolt to the top of the spacer. Here is what I recommend:

- Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle # AL23FJ

- Air Lift Air Helper Spring Cradle - Fits Bellows Style Air Springs # AL59DQ

As far as the spacers, you will likely need a 2" spacer like part # AL52420. The best practice is to install the air bag kit brackets, measure the distance between and subtract the height of the air bag. This will tell you exactly what spacer you need. A 4" lift does not directly equate to a 4" spacer in most cases.

expert reply by: Jesse M

AL23FJ Example
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Jesse M.

8/15/2025

Hey Daniel, did you get a chance to install the Air Lift setup with the spacers and cradles on your F-250? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could really help others in a similar situation.