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01-22-2023, 11:28 AM #31
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I've got the Firestone bags on my 14 F250, run them around 55psi when towing the 320mks. Truck is nice and level and things are smoother when hitting the bad roads. I've been happy since they were installed and glad I did it.
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01-22-2023, 01:21 PM #32
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If you have the onboard compressor, you can adjust the air pressure on the fly depending on road conditions and when you hook-up/unload. I find it extremely valuable to have the compressor with the wireless remote. I can also adjust the air when I am backing under the fifth wheel so that I don't have to change the camper hitch height. The onboard compressor is not a must-have but I would certainly consider it a huge value coming from a person that has tried it both ways.
40+ Year Camping Enthusiast--Living in CO
2022 GMC Sierra 3500 AT4 CC-LB D-Max Payload 3865#--- 5000 Air Springs w/Wireless Comp
2022 GD Reflection 303RLS-- 565 watts of solar/560aH of LIPO4 batteries, 2000w inverter,
DC Starllink- Comfort Ride Shock System and Lippert Air Pin Box
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01-22-2023, 04:41 PM #33
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Air Bags are they worth the money and which are the best?
I am bagging my Ram 2500 pulling a Reflection 298BH. Leaning towards Timber Grove but won’t count out the Airlift at their price.
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01-23-2023, 03:40 PM #34
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Air Bags
I agree with COGrandDes. I have the Airlift 5000 set up on my F250 with the compressor and remote control. Its easy to get the vehicle level and headlights at the correct aim. Then when you drop your trailer, just dial down the pressure for a more comfortable ride. No extra effort to change the pressure all the time. Just do it quickly from the cab. I found no need for independent air circuits.
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01-23-2023, 09:10 PM #35
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Another vote for Firestone Air Bags with onboard compressor. I elected to have the compressor mounted inside the cab behind the back seat. This ensures the compressor is not exposed to dirt, water, road salt etc. My gauge is mounted on the lower right portion of the dash. It is visible when I sit in the driver seat and I can adjust the pressure from the drivers seat.
Geoff and Cheri
2011 F250 CC 6.7L
Firestone Ride Rite Airbags
Pull Rite 16k SuperGlide
2018 Reflection 303RLS, Build date 9/2017
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01-24-2023, 03:07 AM #36
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I use a Viair 400P portable air compressor for the air bags and tires.
2003 Ford F250 6.0 CC 4wd SB
2016 Reflection 27RL
1999 Keystone Sprinter 27FWBHGL (SOLD)
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01-25-2023, 11:28 AM #37
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We put Firestones under our Ram 2500 4X4 Megacab. It keeps the M350 we have riding close to level and really softens the ride. Worth every penny.
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02-11-2023, 10:39 AM #38
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FWIW: I put AirLift 5000 series bags in the rear of my Chevy Express 2500 to make sure it didn't sag when the trailer was attached. Unfortunately, when the extra capacity is not needed AirLift recommends a minimum of 5psi in them, which caused the rear to lift a couple of inches causing the headlights to dip and giving a rough ride compared to stock. Running less than 5psi would cause the rear axle to slam into the frame when hitting large bumps, (the air bags replace the bump stops). I replaced the bags with Sumo Springs and am much happier. The van sits at stock height when empty, the springs act as shock absorbers to improve the ride when hitting large bumps, and the rear sags less than 1/2" when the 950lb tongue weight trailer is hitched up. I'm so impressed with them that I'm adding them to the trailer also.
I used AirLift bags successfully on a Sierra 2500 pickup with a Lance slide-in camper and was very happy with the result, they just didn't work as well on my Express van.
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02-11-2023, 10:44 AM #39
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U.S. Army Retired
2012 F350 DRW CC LB Lariat PS 6.7
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Sailun LRG tires, solar, DP windows, W/D
(Previously in a Reflection 337RLS)
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02-11-2023, 10:51 AM #40
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