Is Air Lift LoadLifter Air Bag System the Same as the Factory Air Suspension on a 2016 Ram 3500
Question:
Is the air lift system you show on your web site the exact system that is factory installed on the newer Ram 3500?
asked by: Jerry J
Expert Reply:
Apparently the factory air suspension on the newer Rams such as a 2016 Ram 3500 is not a true air suspension system. Rather it is a hybrid of air bag helper springs and leaf spring suspension. So if you were to add air bags to a truck that did not come with the factory "air suspension" then it would be a similar set up.
On the 1500s it is a different system, a truer air suspension.
For Air Lift system # AL57295 fits 4x4 models and # AL57297 fits 2-wheel drive models. If you want to add an on-board compressor there are several options and I have linked them for you.
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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Springs
- Heavy Duty
- Air Lift
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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Springs
- Heavy Duty
- Air Lift
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