Difference Between Air Lift AL79DQ and AL73DQ for 2023 Ford F-350 4WD
Updated 01/20/2026 | Published 01/18/2026
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Question:
I have a 2023 Ford F350 4WD with a BandW Companion 5th wheel hitch.I pull a 35ft 5th wheel with a tongue weight of 2100 lbs. I see my truck calls for 2 Air lift springs, AL79DQ and AL73DQ. What is the difference between them other than price? And which one would you recommend.
asked by: Tony
Expert Reply:
Hey Tony! The kits are designed for two different vehicle configurations. The # AL79DQ is designed for single rear wheel trucks and the # AL73DQ is designed to fit the dually. Since that is the only difference between the two you will need to choose based on whether your F-350 is SRW or DRW.
I also recommend adding an air compressor like the Air Lift WirelessONE # AL25980EZ. This will allow you to adjust the air bags no matter where you're towing from the cab of your truck.
What kind of 5th wheel do you have?
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Jason
1/20/2026
Hey Tony, you will not be sorry with the Airlift springs. I Love mine, they perform very well, I hope to add the Wireless one compressor soon. I haul a heavy cabover camper and like the ability to adjust the air individually (dual zones) so I can level the Camper/Truck, with the 5th wheel you will more than likely not need that feature (dual zones). They are super easy to install as well, best of luck sir....
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Tony
1/19/2026
Thanks Robin for the information. My truck is SRW and I pull a Keystone Reflection. I recently purchased the Air Lift Wireless One compressor system AL25980EZ. I will now order the AL79DQ air bags.