Tiara3100

I have an 04.5 2500 4X4 quad cab that I use to tow my 8,000lb Travel trailer. I have a large fiberglass cap on the back of my 8 foot bed. When I tow the trailer, the back of my truck sags a little more then I like (Could be all the crap in the bed). I have a weight distrubution hitch and I have tried adjusting it to no avail. I was thinking of adding some adjustable air bags to raise the rear.
Any suggestions on a brand or setup? Pro's and con's? Things to look for, watch out for?
Thanks...

smokindog

Firestone Ride Rite hands down.... and I think for the 03+ trucks it is a no drill installation!

XLR8R

Yeah - I installed the 5K# Firestones on my '05 and like them much better than the overload springs on my '98. 20psi is good for 1K# pin weight.

leonesm

Firestones...get the compressor and whole setup. I didn't and I regret it and am going to have to add it. Install is simple and have had no issues in 20k working miles

cowboy133

Ride Rite. I have pics on gallery of mine. No drilling easy install

2500WHITERAM

How About Freezup Roblems In The Winter? Condensation In Lines?

TonyB

As long as the compressor has a coalescing filter, there should be a very minimal amount of water in the lines.

For some, you may want to add a coalescing filter.

Tony

ptgarcia

Anyone have interference problems with the air bag brackets and they're 5th wheel hitch? I know with the Fords this can be an issue. Thanks!

XLR8R

A compressor isn't necessary unless you plan to adust the air pressure frequently, and because such a small volume of air is needed to pump up the bags, a cheap ($25) electric compressor that runs off it's own battery or your cigarette lighter can easily provide the 100psi for full capacity.

beardedone

I have the ride rite bags on my 04.5 qc lb and they work very well with 2K hitch weight. I run about 30 lbs in them and have a Trailair air ride king pin box. I use a 12 volt compressor to inflate it and works well. You will probably need a 12 v extension cord for the comp. but it is cheap and effective.

DryCreek

My vote goes to Timbren!
No air compressor to worry about, and quiet to boot.
Like the Firestone airbags, they are also a no-drill installation - but at around half the price (with installed compressor). They will ship with a spacer that you can install if your truck is constantly under load. This spacer allows the Timbren to contact the axle as soon as you start lowering the truck while on the jack. Warning!-it WILL make your truck ride rough when unloaded. If you prefer a soft ride while unloaded, leave the spacer out. As the bed lowers (due to added load) the rubber spring will start to take load and the ride will firm up somewhat.
Dry Creek

kev94mx

I went with a 3500 dually this time and it almost squats as much as my 2500. I put timbrens on my 2500 and I plan on putting them on my dually.

12vstrokethis

i got to looking at the Timbren and, i might be wrong, but all they look like to me is bumb stops if that is the case will somebody explain this idea to me because that is a lot different then air bag to me
david

BlueDually

Ive got 2 extra leafs and a 2" block, with the heaviest mopar coils in the front, it carries 15 500lbs level

LCH

Ride-rite. I got the compressor with dual controls and mounted it under the drivers seat. I couldn't find a good spot on or under the dash. I'm very happy with the set up. I can stand beside the truck and watch it level out.
Sometimes we load hay after dark and I like the light in the gage. My dad laughs at me and says I wouldn't want to ride through town with you in a truck thats not level . LCH