Ride-Rite air helper springs are the workhorse of Firestone's air helper spring line. The double convoluted air springs offer maximum load capacity as well as years of worry-free service and support.
Ride-Rite air helper springs are installed between the frame of your vehicle and the suspension, providing load support by using air pressure.
Firestones air springs have become synonymous with quality, durability, and customer support that is second to none. Ride-Rite air bag kits utilize a pair of convoluted air springs which can be adjusted to accommodate your load capacity. The Ride-Rite series is capable of 3,200 - 5,000 lbs. of load level capacity. After installed, your ride will be enhanced by reducing inter-leaf friction which will keep your truck level, reduce suspension fatigue, and increase the stability of your Dodge vehicle.
Overall, Ride-Rite air bags have many advantages for your vehicle and will help to improve steering control and braking effectiveness, level headlight beams, reduce tire wear, keep leaf springs from permanent sagging, reduce bottoming out with air cushions between the axle and frame, absorb road shock, and match your vehicles load for an overall improved ride.
Date Added: 03/05/2011 by Philip Balsam
I have to say that this was one of the easiest installs that I've seen. What took the longest time was installing the airbag system on the passenger side of the vehicle due to the exhaust system because it took a few minutes to get the heat shield in the right position. Key NOTE! when putting in the passenger side airbag with heat shield it maybe tough to get the bolts back into the frame due to the fact that the heat shield gets in the way of the bolts. Also it is a lot easier to install if you remove the rear tires. The whole installation time took only 2 1/2 hrs. You will need a 15mm socket and wrench as well as a 9/16 deep well socket and wrench and a drill and drill bit. I would also recommend getting the optional tee air fitting as it aids in the ease of installation and also allows the air bags to transfer air from side to side which helps allow the axle to give from side to side on uneven ground. I was also pleased with the shipping as it arrived in less than a week.
