Recommended Air Bags for a 2018 Ford F-150 w/a Gooseneck Hitch
Updated 07/02/2026 | Published 06/28/2026
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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double conv-rear. I have this rear set of airbags. I’m needing the mounting brackets for a 2018 f150. My kit came off of a 2017 f250 and the brackets won’t work. Can I buy just the brackets? It has a bandw goose neck hitch installed also.
asked by: Adam S
Expert Reply:
Hey Adam. Unfortunately, you're going to need to get a brand new kit for your 2018 Ford F-150. There's no way to get new brackets and transfer over your air bags from the 2017 F-250. Another issue is compatibility with your B&W gooseneck hitch. The Firestone brackets mount in the same location as the B&W ones.
To add a set of air bags to your 2018 Ford F-150, I recommend the Air Lift item # AL57385. These air bags have a 5,000 lbs capacity that will level out the rear end of your F-150 when you are towing your gooseneck trailer. All the mounting brackets and hardware are included for installation.
Please note that the Air Lift item # AL57385 is designed for the 4WD models of the 2018 Ford F-150. If your truck is a 2WD model you'll need the Air Lift item # AL88268 instead.
I have linked an installation video below along with a couple of pictures so you can see how to get these air bags installed and what they'll look like once they're setup.
I also recommend adding the Air Lift WirelessONE Compressor System item # AL25980EZ to your F-150. This onboard compressor will allow you to adjust the PSI in your air bags from your phone or the included remote.
What kind of trailer are you pulling?
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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
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