Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs - Rear
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2015 Toyota RAV4 - Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs - Rear
- Air Springs
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Lift
- Light Duty
1,000-lb Capacity. Upgrade your Toyota RAV4's rear coil spring suspension with this kit. Molded polyurethane air springs fit inside your existing coil springs for added support when hauling heavy loads. Improves handling, braking, and overall ride.
Features:
- Provides 1,000 lbs of load-leveling support to improve safety and ride quality
- Supports your existing rear coil spring suspension when you're hauling or towing
- Keeps your vehicle level when you are hauling a heavy load
- Improves steering and braking performance and maintains headlight aim
- Reduces tire wear and OEM suspension strain
- Diminishes sway and absorbs road shock to improve stability and ride quality
- Lets you manually adjust air pressure for even load distribution and support
- Inflate each spring independently to level off-center loads (with installation of dual air lines)
- Constructed of durable, molded polyurethane
- Installs inside your vehicle's rear coil spring suspension
- Includes 2 air springs, 2 heat shields, tubing, Schrader valves, and hardware
- Add a compressor system (sold separately) to monitor and adjust air pressure
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Load-leveling capacity: up to 1,000 lbs
- Air Lift 1000 springs will not increase your vehicle's weight-carrying capacity. Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended weight limit.
- Adjustable air pressure: 5 psi - 35 psi
- Lifetime warranty
- 60-Day satisfaction guarantee
Heavy loads can cause the back of your vehicle to sag and add unnecessary stress to your suspension. This stress not only affects your brakes in a bad way, but your tires, headlight aim and handling suffer as well. To improve your vehicle's ability to endure heavy loads, you need to add support to your existing coil springs.
Air Lift's 1000 adjustable air springs have 1,000 pounds of load-leveling capacity and are made specifically to fit inside your rear coil spring suspension for additional load assistance. You can inflate and deflate these tough, molded polyurethane helper springs as needed, ensuring the perfect amount of support for every load, every time. Easily level your vehicle front to rear, and if you run dual air lines to the air springs at installation, then you can inflate the springs independently of one another for side-to-side leveling. Air Lift 1000 is a breeze to install with standard tools and comes with an easy-to-follow instruction manual.
Air Lift 1000 comes with manual inflation valves that are typically mounted on the bumper but can be installed anywhere on your vehicle for easy access. For even more convenience and control, you can add a compressor and gauge system (sold separately), which will let you monitor and automatically inflate your air springs.
Air Lift kits are designed to keep your vehicle at normal ride height. You can find the normal ride height of your vehicle by unloading it and measuring the distance between the bottom edge of your wheel well and the center of the hub. After you find and record this distance, you can regulate the amount of air that you put into your air springs to maintain normal ride height - even when you are hauling a heavy load. You will need to adjust the air pressure in your air bags according to the size of your load.
Air Lift is positive that you will benefit from their air spring suspension system - so much so that they offer a 60-day satisfaction guarantee. Install and use Air Lift 1000 springs for 60 days, and if you are not satisfied at the end of this time, you can remove them from your vehicle and return them for a full product refund.
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Video Transcript for Review of Air Lift Vehicle Suspension - Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement - AL44VJ
Hey everybody. I'm Hellen here at etrailer.com and we're taking a quick look at the Air Lift Loadlifter 1000 air helper Springs. These are designed to fit in between your coil on the rear of your vehicle. And this is a custom fit for the 2006 through 2018 Toyota RAV4. So if you're maybe putting some extra weight into your vehicle and you want to be able to make sure that your vehicle can support it effectively this is going to be a great way to do that. Now I will say it's not going to increase the overall payload or the amount that your vehicle is rated to carry but it's going to help to get you up to the max more safely without really kind of having any adverse effects to the driving or handling of your RAV4.
So, normally whenever you put stuff into your trunk or maybe you're doing a little towing on a back of your hitch, it'll cause some squat in the back of your vehicle, and it could affect how that your RAV4 handles your braking power, steering all that kind of stuff. So by having some kind of extra support for those quail Springs it's going to mitigate that problem. It also helps to sort of cushion the ride and make your OEM suspension lasts a bit longer since you now have another component to take the brunt of that force. But again, it doesn't allow you to increase the weight that you can carry. Just helps you to get up to that Max more effectively, kind of like a weight belt will help you get to your max safely rather than actually letting you lift more.
So this is what you're going to get in the kit. It's pretty simple. Overall, there's really no cutting or drilling required. It does have the quarter inch line that you need to go from the bags to the back of your vehicle. So you'll have the Schrader valves and all the hardware for that.
A T to connect the bags. If you want to have them just matched up together. Some folks like to keep them independent side besides you can make adjustments. If you're going to have an offset load it probably won't be such a big deal for the RAV4. You can T them together and then one valve will be able to fill both, but it's kind of up to you as far as how you want to do that.
I've seen people put those Schrader valves and all kinds of different spots. You can actually use these to sort of replace the hardware for your license plate so you can hide it on your license plate. You can put this behind the door to your gas tank. Put it at your bumper really anywhere. That's handy that you can get access to it to fill up the bags. Now you can also get a compressor to go with this to make sure that you always have air in your bags and you don't have to find a place to actually get them filled up. But, I would think that since this is rated for kind of light duty towing you probably won't really need to have a compressor or any answer unless you're going to be using these all the time. It's pretty expensive to get one. And I just would say that you probably aren't going to need it since this is just going to be there for support. One little trick that whenever you're getting these installed you want to keep the little caps that it comes with these little black guys that goes over the top of that barb fitting because it's going to really help whenever you're trying to get these in between the coils. Basically you'll just want to squeeze the bags down. Maybe even roll them up a little bit but get them as flat as you can. And then put that cap over the top. So it doesn't take any, any more air in and that'll make it a lot easier to fit that in between the coils. As far as the load leveling capacity this does help up to a thousand pounds, but again it doesn't increase your overall weight carrying capacity. They have an adjustable air pressure between five pounds per square inch and 35. So between five PSI and 35 PSI, this is covered by a limited lifetime warranty and a satisfaction guarantee from airlift and they are made in the USA. That's pretty much all there is to it for our look at the airlift 1000 air helper Springs. I hope this video has been helpful in the setting of this is the right kit for you. We do have a lot of other accessories, here at etrailer.com for your vehicles. So be sure to check them out, and thanks for watching..
Customer Reviews
Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs - Rear - AL44VJ
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (872 Customer Reviews)
1,000-lb Capacity. Upgrade your vehicle's rear coil spring suspension with this kit. Molded polyurethane air springs fit inside your existing coil springs for added support when hauling heavy loads. Improves handling, braking, and overall ride.by: Daniel 06/27/2021
2016 ToyotaRAV4
I installed this product today, the video was spot on, including the mention of the difficulty get the bags in the springs, but as they said it was doable.
I have not tested this product yet, but the transaction and delivery were great.
I will order from this company again.
Comments
The product works very well, the video was great, delivery was on time. I am happy.
Daniel - 07/01/2022by: Robert06/23/2021
After 5 hours I finished one side.After 4 hours I figured out why I was having such a tough time . The coils had a cover of some sort on the coils about 1/16 to 1/8 thick. This is of course double that thickness due to coils times 2. This was factory coils . Removed covering and I was done in 1 hour.
by: Carlo 10/01/2022
Fairly easy to install and works great
by: Toue04/28/2022
2010 ToyotaRAV4
Took about 1.5hrs to install haven’t driven with the back loaded yet but just airing it up and driving it through bumpy roads I can tell the rear really stiffened up over stock. So far so good
by: Yannick08/16/2022
Easy to install , work and fit perfect
by: Mark06/25/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Product arrived promptly. Very simple idea, but absolutely difficult as H&¿¿to install. Trying to squeeze the folded air bag between the coil Springs was an absolute nightmare. Maybe some springs on some vehicles have a larger spacing between the coil,but a 2019 Kia Sorento does not. It took almost 6hrs to install both sides. One trick that did help was to use a little silicone spray on the air bag where it was jammed into the coil spring. This helped make the bag slippery so it passed between the coil spring. Just don't get it all over the air bag or it will be too slippery to hold onto as you push it into place. The hose clamps are really a poor design, awkward to squeeze with pliers as you position them into place. So far bags appear to be holding air pressure. Time will tell has to how durable and dependable they will be.I installed them to assist with towing my camper and help reduce the squatting when towing.
Comments
So far the air bags are still holding air . It does help with keeping the rear end of my Sorento from bouncing around when pulling my camper.
Mark - 10/11/2022by: CKM10/10/2021
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
2020 Ford Explorer install. These are well made in the USA. Being robustly made, they do not fold into a "hot dog bun" shape as indicated in the instructions. The Hulk might but I could not. I was able to get them into a "horizontal stomped beer can" shape which I made work. It took about an hour for the first one and less for the second one. I used a plastic dead blow handle to assist since the hammer end allowed for a good handle as I pushed with the actual handle. I have dual exhausts so I routed up through the body rails above the mufflers. I found holes in the A-arm, just rear of the middle hole, that allowed for the air line to be routed back and up. I didn't go forward as the directions illustrated since I would it would not help my situation. Product - A+ Easy of Install - B-
Comments
Works great during the two times I actually used them. Dont inflate too much or youll hear squeaking sounds that will drive you insane.
CKM - 10/11/2022by: Raymond 08/16/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Easy to install in my 2012 Toyoda Sienna AWD. The air hose supplied was barely just long enough to reach the rear, where a custom made mount is required for the Schrader valves. I used 2 valves, rather than the "T" for for 1 valve, so each air bag would retain separate air pressure for better anti-sway support when cornering. Rear end squat is minimal with my 450 lb motorcycle mounted on a hitch rack and added load inside. The ride is noticeably flatter through corners, especially after lifting the van 2" higher for much better 8" clearance for well worn dirt double-track roads.
Comments
After 1 year of use, I suggest setting air pressure to 10 psi or less when there is no added vehicle load to avoid a bouncy ride. For example leaving 25 psi in the Air Lift after a load is removed, produces a bouncy ride on less than very smooth pavement.
Raymond - 02/26/2023by: Frank08/26/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
I own a 2004 Kia Sorento and About a year ago i purchased an Air Lift AirLift 1000 Vehicle Suspension from you to enhance the suspension of my SUV. At first i was skeptical but after installation and a short road test it was obvious the improvement on handling , i will recommend it to anyone . Here are some pictures after one year of use.
by: Jon11/13/2020
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Installed on 15 Jetta tdi. I Removed wheel, then coil spring, (1 side at a time) folded bag like hot dog bun and installed into coil spring upside down (fitting facing down) cause it would have hit otherwise. Reinstalled, ran lines, mounted fill valve in bottom part of rear bumper and filled. It’s been a year and is still working perfectly.
Comments
The Insides of the Rear tires wore out within 2k miles of having these installed and aired up.
Jon - 11/14/2021by: Vinny in Marrero La.03/18/2023
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Installed the airlift 1000 system four days ago. Didn’t have access to a car lift so I installed on the ground by jacking up and installing one side at a time. Had plenty room to work with. Routed air line up the driver side rear corner and in through my Odyssey’s rear taillight into my rear storage compartment inside the vehicle. I made a small brass manifold with a 0 to 60 gauge so I can easily monitor and manage pressure. Gauges don’t lie! So far, it’s perfect! I’ll be towing a can-am Spyder on a trailer in April. Can’t wait to put this system to work.
by: Greg07/27/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
I was experiencing bottoming out on my '03 Nissan Pathfinder by just adding passengers or groceries. At first, I thought about replacing the rear springs, but after installing the Air Lift system I was more than satisfied. I can increase pressure to 25 psi for cargo/heavy loads and then decrease to about 12 psi for everyday driving. My vehicle sits up like it was new and no longer sags or bounces. After 12 months and 9,000 miles I'm glad I went with this upgrade. Take your time and follow instructions for a perfect install.
by: Robert09/04/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
They work great. I’ve used them to align my boat, a utility trailer and the wheelchair carrier for my wife. Has improved the ride and gas mileage by making the combinations more aero Dynamic. I would purchase again and recommend them to others
by: Gary01/27/2023
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
very happy with the product on our Hot Rod school bus, giving it a good ride and stability.
by: Tony02/06/2023
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Excellent kit. Works outstanding!
JOHN WICK WOULD BE PROUD.
by: Mark10/23/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Easy install and it really firmed up the suspension on my Palisade! It only took a couple hours to install. I found it easier to leave the bag uncapped and push it through the coil spring with a twisting motion. It kinda just popped into place. If I followed the instructions and flattened the bag it became rigid and difficult to work with. Otherwise routing the tubing and connecting everything was straight forward.
by: Neil 03/23/2023
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
It’s been a year of dragging my overloaded trailer around. These things are still doing the job in weather from 0 F to 100F. Best investment I ever made. When I get my Ranger on the road I’ll be installing a set on it.
by: Stephen05/27/2019
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Just installed my new set of air bags (AL60815 Air Lift AirLift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs) on my 2008 Odyssey.
I purchased this model as a replacement to the previous air bags (F4179 Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs) that I purchased from etrailer four years ago.
I had to replace them because this winter one of the push on fittings broke off one of the air bags.
I have been using those air bags for four years towing my 2200 lbs tent trailer.
The only complaint I had was that sometimes air would seep out after towing for a few hours. I suspected it was from the push on fittings.
That was the reason I choose this model as they have barb fittings and spring clamps. Very positive connections and tight fits.
Installation was very easy as all the holes in the tables were already done from the last install.
1. Somethings to keep in mind, if your shocks are a few years old consider changing them at the same time.
2. Remember to support the table with a jack while removing and installing the retaining bolt for the table. Failure to do that will damage the threads on the bolt and rapidly decompress the spring.
3. When drilling the hole in the table don’t rush. Centering the hole so the valve on the air bag does not force against the edge is very important. Luckily there is a template in the instructions booklet.
4. Running the air line to the passenger side bag can be done through the center cross member.
I mounted my valve inside the van to keep it clean and out of the way. Using the tee to connect both bags to a single valve will facilitate inflation and ensure they are both at the same pressure.
I will be ordering another set of these air bags when I replace this Odyssey with a newer model in a few years.
Kit is very complete. All the parts I needed and did not have to run to the auto parts store.
Didn't use the heat shield because where I ran the line it is protected from the exhaust pipe.
Comments
Great so far. I had the opportunity to use them all last summer pulling my pop up. Never had an issue of leaking fittings. Very happy with the product. Will definitely purchase again when I trade in my current Odyssey for a newer one in a few years.
Stephen - 05/28/2020by: AJ05/28/2021
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
With the tubing going under the suspension I don’t see it lasting long. The air bags looked a little short for the springs but I could not find if that was normal in the instructions. I don’t like the way the airlines are exposed to the ground. I believe I should have just gotten the upgraded rear springs.The air bags went in fairly easy after I deflated them and put the cap on to keep them deflated. I had to go through the side of the springs not the bottom as instructed. So far the air bags them selves are working properly.
Comments
Thank you for your review. The bags press out on the coils to keep them from compressing instead of up and down. They are not designed to touch the top and bottom.
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Heather A - 06/09/2021by: Ron06/14/2021
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Looked at these for several days, watched a few YouTube videos and pulled the trigger. They went in easy no fuss. Hook the 25’ air stream to her maybe just maybe a inch of squat. Help control the bounce. Please with my purchase.
Comments
Still doing a very good job.
Ron - 06/15/2022by: Hurl08/10/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Was easy install dropped rear springs . Loaded 4 wheel handicap scooter as show picture stayed level Thank you
by: Scott04/09/2022
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
2010 Toyota Sequoia Limited, item installed as described. Haven't used them with trailer yet. But install was straight forward and product seems solid so far.
by: Thomas07/15/2021
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
I installed the AirLift 1000 air bags on my 1998 Toyota Sienna. I
flattened the bags per instruction but, I found that if I also folded
them in half vertically, they went in very easy. It took literally 30 seconds per side to install the bags inside the coil springs. I saw
where some people had to use a wooden spoon or blunt tool to force the
bags inside the coil springs. The method I used took no tools, and was
easy peasy.
The kit was shy 1 of the small hose clamps, otherwise everything
necessary for installation was there.
I'll be test driving for a couple of days and will update my review afterwards.
by: Scott W.04/01/2017
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
Installation was super quick and easy in my home garage. The hardest part was finding a way to jack the truck high enough to hang the rear axle. My test was 25 bags of mulch. The before installation picture shows the rear squat. The after picture is of the exact same load with 30psi in the air bags. Super happy with the results. The ride is much better with a load in the back. Can't wait to hook up my camper to see how much better the ride is on a long trip.
Comments
Still pleased with the product. Towing my camper is so much safer and easier now that the truck is level.
Scott W - 04/01/2018by: Ja07/11/2021
Review from a similar AirLift 1000 in Vehicle Suspension
The Air Lift 1000 was easier than I thought it would be to install . My H2 Hummer sits even now with my 20' in-closed car hauler in tow. I only had to add 15 lbs of air . When not hauling I lower the air to 5 lbs. Love this system .
Comments
Great improvement to my ride height when towing my 22 foot toy hauler. Really help stabilize the rear of the H2 Hummer.
Ja M - 08/11/202225
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