Recommended Air Bags for 2018 Ram 2500 Towing 14,000-lbs 5th Wheel

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Looking to buy air bag for dodge ram 2500 2018. I tow a fifth wheel around 140000 pounds and have some sag on the back of my truck. Can you give.some insights of the be st product. Thank you

asked by: Joe

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We can definitely help you out with this and the AirLift # AL88289 would be a great solution for your 2018 Ram 2500 that are compatible with an in-bed hitch. These air bags have a jounce spring inside each air spring that helps to improve ride comfort, reduce sway, and help with cornering; this provides support progressively - the more you load the springs, the stiffer they become, so they're great for 5th wheel towing. These would do a great job to help support the roughly 2000-lbs pin weight of your 5th wheel, since they're designed to support up to 5000-lbs of weight; they'll also do a great job for any heavy payloads you might have in the truck bed when not towing.

The most common add on with air spring systems is a compressor system to allow you to inflate the bags wherever you are. I recommend using the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs - Remote - Bluetooth - EZ Mount # AL74000EZ, which will allow you to inflate the air bags on the fly using a wireless remote system. This means no stopping at gas stations each time you need to fill up your bags and allows you to adjust the bags individually since it's a dual path system.

If you're looking for something low maintenance, the Sumo Springs Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-312-54 are a great choice. These are jounce style springs that don't require any maintenance after installation. These also adjust to the load progressively, so they'll stiffen up as more weight is loaded in the truck bed and do a great job of helping fight sag and body roll.

expert reply by: Erik B

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It sounds like the purpose of getting the air helper spring would be to counteract the 1 inch compression you're getting in your rear suspension caused by the pin weight of your 5th wheel. If that's the case, I believe that the…

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The maximum pressure for the Air Lift #AL88289 Load Lifter 5000 is 100 psi regardless of whether the vehicle is loaded or unloaded. If you know you're going to carry a heavy load in the truck bed, I'd recommend deflating the air bags…

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Thank you for the picture! From that I can tell you have a B and W Turnoverball hitch installed in the bed of your truck and that the replacement ball part #BWGNXA2005 is exactly what you need. I attached a link to our return policy page but since…

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The gooseneck trailer hitch I recommend for your 2018 Ram 2500 with the 6-1/2' and RamBox is the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch part #BWGNRK1384. The reason I recommend this gooseneck hitch is because unlike the other…

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Yes, the Timbren suspension enhancement system (SES) jounce-style springs will help to level your 2015 Ram 2500 when you are under a load. The correct part you want to use is #TDR2500D as the other part for the rear suspension, part #TDRTT3500E, is…

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While we can offer you a solution to ensure your 2018 Ram 2500 is stable when towing, there is no way to increase the capacity of your truck. These capacities are set by the manufacturer to ensure safe towing, and there is nothing you can add that…

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For your 2021 Ram 2500 4x4 I recommend going with the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SSR-312-54. These jounce springs will do a great job of reducing rear sag and body roll, all while improving the overall handling and braking of…

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The SumoSprings are definitely the best choice for your 2022 Ram 2500. The Timbren will give you a rough ride when unloaded while SumoSprings have a minimal impact on unloaded ride quality. Also, the #TDRTT3500E is a severe service kit. The only…

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For your 2022 Ram 2500 I recommend the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SSR-312-54. These custom helper springs have a 2,800-lb capacity to easily handle the added 2,350lbs of pin weight from your 5th wheel trailer without giving…

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Picking the best weight rated SumoSpring for a truck like your 2018 Ram 2500 is typically based on how much of the truck's weight capacity you are using when towing/carrying cargo and how often you would be doing so. So on the high end we have…

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I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle #F2598 for your 2021 Ram 2500. Firestone is known for their quality and construction which is a step above Air Lift. These air bags will prevent sag and improve…

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Although the Demco Hijacker #DM8550034 that you purchased has cushioning polyurethane dampeners to help reduce road shock, adding some helper springs can help to keep your ride more smooth and support your suspension on your 2017 Ram 2500. If you…

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