Best Air Bag Kit For 2021 Chevy 2500 With B&W Patriot In-Bed 5th Wheel Hitch
Updated 04/27/2026 | Published 04/13/2026
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Question:
What Manufacturers air bags systems can I use that wont interfere with the frame brackets installed with the BW67XR 5th wheel hitch I installed on my 2021 Chevy silverado, 2500 HD series truck.
asked by: Tom
Expert Reply:
Hey Tom, thanks for reaching out, and good choice on the 5th wheel hitch.
For your 2021 Silverado 2500 with the # BW67XR installed, the Firestone Ride-Rite kit # F2613 is a solid choice. That kit is designed to work with in-bed 5th wheel hitch brackets, so you won’t run into interference issues during install. It mounts in a way that clears the B&W hardware, so no grinding or weird fitment problems.
Firestone is also a good way to go in general. The bags use a rolled crimp seal, which holds up really well long-term, and they do a great job leveling the truck when you’re hooked up. You’ll get better ride control and less squat without affecting your hitch setup, which is really what you’re after here.
What 5th wheel are you hauling?
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Steve
4/19/2026
I installed these on my 2015 Silverado 2500HD when I purchased a slide in truck camper three years ago. The bags work well and prevent the truck from sagging. To adjust I turned the lights on and placed a mark on the door in my pole barn. I then installed the camper and added air until the lights came up to the mark. That way my headlights are adjusted so they aren't blinding other motorists. I would highly recommend. They are fairly easy to install.
Jesse M.
4/20/2026
Jim T.
4/25/2026
Installed on my 2015 GMC 3500 to smooth out the bridge joints when hauling my 5th wheel (pull rite autolslder 2900lb pin weight) and it helped alot. Leveling the truck also keeps the center of gravity corrected, and just makes the towing experience 100 times better. It actually makes the truck pull the weight (17k) better as well imo.
Jesse M.
4/27/2026
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