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We are pretty new and have a 355 gdm th. We are towing with a 2008 f350 king ranch diesel. Quad cab long bed. We have a fancy new hitch ball hitch that is supposed to be the cadillac of hitches. We towed it from little rock where we purchased back to north georgia where we live we didnt notice any problems and didnt have ant levelling issues. My husband thought it squatted a little. We think we should get airbags. If so what kind and about what would the average cost be expected? Thanks.

We will have a yamaha viking sxs utv, the two of us, our two english setters and all typical gear for dog related field events.
 
I had put air bags on a previous truck but am seriously looking at the Timbren system as it does not affect the ride when unloaded but gives the support when the Solitude is hooked up.
 
Look at firestone work-rite . Same thing but cheaper. You can find it online for 175 .

It also gives you a couple of spacers so you can adjust it if needed .
 
I had Timbrens on a previous truck/5th combo, and it makes for a harsher ride LOADED than airbags.

I don't notice the airbags now, when empty, and is a better ride loaded.
 
Hunter.....x2. But I went old school. No onboard compresser. Valves out the back near license plate and digital tire gauge works for me..
 
[quote author=Shamu link=topic=370.msg2423#msg2423 date=1392213974]
I am partial to Firestone Ride-Rite.
Have installed on last 3 trucks (super easy to install)
I purchased from TruckSpring.com always had good luck
http://www.truckspring.com/Search.a...n-Parts/Air-Springs-Kits&c=Firestone-Air-Bags
[/quote]

Shamu, did you have to install an air compressor for this system? Curious since I've got the 379 coming with my 3500 ram long bed. I'll check the suspension but may need to add some bags
 
No compressor
[quote author=Justaguy link=topic=370.msg2457#msg2457 date=1392306745]
Hunter.....x2. But I went old school. No onboard compresser. Valves out the back near license plate and digital tire gauge works for me..
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I have a compact compressor I carry.
I prefer to keep both bags isolated with their own valve stems.
Some people put a "T" in the air line and have only 1 valve stem.
 
[quote author=Shamu link=topic=370.msg2465#msg2465 date=1392314577]
No compressor
[quote author=Justaguy link=topic=370.msg2457#msg2457 date=1392306745]
Hunter.....x2. But I went old school. No onboard compresser. Valves out the back near license plate and digital tire gauge works for me..
[/quote]
I have a compact compressor I carry.
I prefer to keep both bags isolated with their own valve stems.
Some people put a "T" in the air line and have only 1 valve stem.
[/quote]

Thanks I will probably do the same
 
My plan is to get a small 12v compressor and tank. Mount it in one of the front compartments, maybe with the genset and that way I won't need 120v to run my pancake compressor that I have. I know I have a genset, but it's silly to fire it up just for a few minutes to pump up my air bags. It would be a simular system that would be used for an onboard air supension system.
 
I mounted a 12 volt Viair system in the front of mine (my 355), just to the left of the generator. Ran the line thru the wall to the font compartment and hung a retractable hose reel from the top. On/off switch mounted handy there too. Works great for airing up tires, the bags on the truck, running an impact, whatever. And like you say, I don't have to drag my pancake compressor around.
 
Has anyone used the Roadmaster Active Suspension system? It's in place of airbags. Lots of info on other forums, none bad. I want to do something because of the sag with the Solitude hooked up, I pull with a F250 diesel. Let me know, thanks.
 
Went to their site.
How can hey claim improved fuel mileage, and better tire wear?
I understand the concept of how they are leveling, but air bags are so much easier.
 
I went with the Airlift Loadlifter 5000 #57398 bags due to my F-250 having a B&W turnoverball hitch. Got them from SuspensionConnection.com. Best price I could find for the bags that fit my situation, $287. I had the local Ford dealership put them on while I was having the %#*@ diesel emission system fixed, they charged me $200 to put them on. they installed the schrader valves thru the license plate, pretty cool. I did order the Airlift Wireless One #72000 with the bags which includes the compressor and wireless controller from SuspensionConnection.com as well for $410, have not installed that part yet. I'm not sure I need the compressor and wireless option. I've found that I need about 25# in the bags to level the truck/trailer and when disconnected, the truck rides fine. I may install the compressor and wireless option with an air tank mounted to the frame rails on the truck so I wouldn't have to stop for air if I needed it.
 
I too went with the Airlift Loadlifter 5000 bags. Got them on Amazon for $275.00 and they have a $50.00 rebate going on now. Contemplating the on board compressor... Right now I have the valves installed near my license plate.
 
I often carry a small air tank and a high quality air gauge whenever I'm trailering. It takes about 55 lbs. to air up a set of air bladders on an RV. Either the Airlift or the Firestones will be just fine, but make sure they're good for 5000 lbs. (They make lighter air suspensions that are not up to a fifth wheel use.)

And remember the air suspension is just to level your tow vehicle and make it handle better--without bright lighting everyone you come up on. It does not make your tow weight capacity increase. After you drop off your fifth wheel, bleed the air pressure off to maybe 2-5 lbs.
 
Shamu said:
No compressor
[quote author=Justaguy link=topic=370.msg2457#msg2457 date=1392306745]
Hunter.....x2. But I went old school. No onboard compresser. Valves out the back near license plate and digital tire gauge works for me..
Click to expand...
I have a compact compressor I carry.
I prefer to keep both bags isolated with their own valve stems.
Some people put a "T" in the air line and have only 1 valve stem.[/QUOTE]

I have the same truck with a 2015 385 on the way. Was the back end squatting enough to need the airbags or was it a comfort preference reason for putting them on? Curious to see if I need to plan on adding them. Thanks.
 
I installed the Airlift 5000 Ultimate bags (jounce bumper inside . . . just in case) and the Wireless One on board compressor and control system. I run 10 psi empty and 30 with the 5th wheel. I tried many different pressures since this is as easy as a touch of a button (literally). Another advantage is that the Wireless One system is constantly monitoring and adjusting for temperature and ride height changes that will change the effective pressure in the bags. When I first installed the system, I had a small leak at a fitting. The system told me this by the compressor coming on each morning. An easy problem to solve, once I knew it was there. All in all . . . I'm pretty happy with the total Airlift system.

I do have a valve stem plumbed in to the back bumper for checking system pressure calibration and for emergency use if the Airlift compressor should fail. BTW, this valve stem also allows me to to top up tire pressures, if needed, using the Airlift compressor.

Rob
 
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