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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

Item # AL57231
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5,000-lb Capacity. Designed to upgrade your rear suspension, LoadLifter 5000 air springs provide high-quality, full-time load support. They level your vehicle, improving braking and ride comfort and reducing the strain on your factory suspension. Great Prices for the best vehicle suspension from Air Lift. Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle part number AL57231 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Air Lift Vehicle Suspension - AL57231

  • Air Springs
  • Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
  • Heavy Duty
  • Air Lift

5,000-lb Capacity. Designed to upgrade your rear suspension, LoadLifter 5000 air springs provide high-quality, full-time load support. They level your vehicle, improving braking and ride comfort and reducing the strain on your factory suspension.


Features:

  • Provides your vehicle with up to 5,000 lbs of load-leveling support, reducing strain on your rear suspension and improving both safety and ride quality
    • Designed for heavy-duty applications such as 3/4-ton and 1-ton pickup trucks, motor homes, and commercial trucks
  • Keeps your vehicle level when you are hauling a heavy load
    • Improves steering and braking performance
    • Helps to maintain safe headlight aim
    • Keeps your tires from wearing unevenly
  • Lets you manually adjust air pressure to get the even load distribution and support that you need
    • Level your vehicle front to rear
    • Inflate each spring independently for side-to-side leveling of off-center loads
  • Reduces the strain on your OEM suspension caused by extremely heavy loads
  • Improves overall stability and ride quality
    • Diminishes sway and absorbs road shock for a smooth ride
  • Comes with Air Lift's exclusive upper and lower roll plates
    • Increases the load capacity of the air springs
    • Protects springs from damage, extending the life of your air spring suspension
  • Constructed of 2-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber
    • Endcaps are made of high-strength Zytel nylon, which is lighter, stronger, and more corrosion resistant than steel
  • Mounting brackets and hardware are included for installation
  • Manual inflation valves and air lines are included
    • Manual valves are typically mounted on bumper for easy access
    • Compressor system with in-cab gauges (sold separately) can be added to monitor and automatically adjust air pressure
  • Made in USA


Specs:

  • Load-leveling capacity: up to 5,000 lbs
    • LoadLifter 5000 springs will not increase your vehicle's weight-carrying capacity. Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended weight limit.
  • Adjustable air pressure: 5 psi - 100 psi
  • Lifetime warranty
  • 60-Day satisfaction guarantee


Air Lift's LoadLifter 5000 was designed with an exact purpose: to provide full-time, first-class support to your 3/4- or 1-ton pickup, motor home, or commercial truck. With this kit, you get a safer ride and simultaneously protect your vehicle from the strain that comes with hauling massive loads.


Carrying heavy cargo in your truck bed or trailer puts tremendous stress on your vehicle. Your brakes erode faster, your tires wear unevenly, and handling suffers severely. When towing, you might also experience excessive sway, bottoming out, and even improper and unsafe headlight aim. Fortunately, there is a solution to these problems. By pairing your existing suspension with the LoadLifter 5000, you can seriously beef up your suspension, ensure equal load distribution, and give your vehicle the support it desperately needs. Air Lift's LoadLifter 5000 provides up to 5,000 pounds of load-leveling capacity and distributes the weight of your payload to all four wheels. As a result, the stress on your OEM suspension is significantly reduced.


LoadLifter's air bags are adjustable from 5 to 100 psi for precise support, and they can be inflated independently of one another for front-to-rear and side-to-side leveling. They are made of high-quality, two-ply, fabric-reinforced rubber. Most air bags lose air at the ends, where the bag is enclosed with a steel cap, because the steel can rust and corrode over time, creating small holes. The endcaps on Air Lift air bags are fashioned from corrosion-proof Zytel nylon, a material that is both stronger and lighter than steel, ensuring that the air bags won't lose air. Also, LoadLifter 5000 comes with Air Lift's exclusive roll plates, which both protect your air springs and beef up the load capacity of the springs.


This system installs with the included brackets and hardware. Just mount the springs, inflate them, and ride. And if your truck has a 5th wheel hitch installed, you can use the included self-drilling screws instead of the u-bolts to install the air spring kit. To inflate the LoadLifter springs, you just have to pump air in through the inflation valves. A line kit is included with the springs so that you can install the valves (one for each spring) in an easily accessible area - typically they are installed on the bumper. If you want to make the springs even easier to use, you can get a compressor and gauge system (sold separately).


Air Lift kits are designed to keep your vehicle at normal ride height. You can find the normal ride height of your vehicle by unloading it and measuring the distance between the bottom edge of your wheel well and the center of the hub. After you find and record this distance, you can regulate the amount of air that you put into your air springs to maintain normal ride height - even when you are hauling a heavy load. You will need to adjust the air pressure in your air bags according to the size of your load.


Along with a lifetime warranty that has no mileage restrictions, Air Lift offers a 60-day satisfaction guarantee. Just install and use LoadLifter 5000 springs for 60 days, and if you are not satisfied at the end of this time, you can remove them from your vehicle and return them for a full product refund. Now that's confidence.



57231 AirLift Load Lifter 5000 Air Bag Suspension Support System - Back Axle

Installation Details AL57231 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 2019 - 2024 Ram 3500 Pickup - 2 Wheel Drive
  • 2019 - 2024 Ram 3500 Pickup - 4 Wheel Drive


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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle - AL57231

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (1014 Customer Reviews)

5,000-lb Capacity. Designed to upgrade your rear suspension, LoadLifter 5000 air springs provide high-quality, full-time load support. They level your vehicle, improving braking and ride comfort and reducing the strain on your factory suspension.

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just getting done putting my 5000 Justable air springs put them on about three hours I didn’t have any left I did them on the ground so that’s not too bad I’m gonna be sending some pictures along with us so thanks very much and I hope they work

Brian M.

4/5/2023

No problem with the airbags I have towed my fifth wheel three or four times with them on the truck the fifth wheel weighs 14,000 pounds it’s 42 foot long no problem with the airbags thanks again



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This is my second truck I've installed the airlift system on. The installation went smooth, just like before; after watching the installation video it took maybe a couple hours. I had them aired up and hitched the truck to the fifth wheel, and it made a big difference with leveling the hitch load. I'm very pleased with them.



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2022 Dodge Ram Pickup

fits perfect on my 2022 Ram 3500 SRW trk. Very easy to install and directions was easy and clear on what need to be done.

Joseph W.

1/21/2024

Working great just like the day I installed it. no issues



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The air lift I received was easily enough to install. The performance of the air lift has exceeded my expectations as well as stabilized our vehicle during towing. I have had a number of items purchased from etrailer in the past and no issues with them I have recommended them to others for their towing needs. Thank you



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One of the air bags has developed a leak at the fitting the screws in the top. I replaced the fitting (elbow) but it still is leaking.



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Dodge Ram Pickup

Upper bracket had to be drilled to fit properly on 2023 Ram 3500. All other pieces fit well. I am waiting to test the product the next time that I tow a heavy load. The service at etrailer was great. Product shipped quickly.



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2019 Ram 3500

Product is exactly what I ordered which was delivered a business day early. E trailer is always very easy to navigate their website and I easily find what I am looking for and staff always follow up on orders.



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They are great



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2020 Ram 3500

Arrived on time easy install great instructions 2 hours to complete



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2021 Ram 3500

There was a problem on the drivers side. Upper airbag mount bolt holes did not completely line up Bolt hole was off by 1/4 inch. Had to put in at an angle and use nut to pull mount up and align. Other then that they were pretty easy to install.



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2020 Ram 3500

Package was supposed to be her 3-27 and it showed up 3-24. Excellent service



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Met all demands on service for hauling ...excellent product



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2019 Ram 3500

So far so good! Rides better empty and way better while towing. Fast shipping an I installed in about a hour an a half!!



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2022 Ram 3500

Good fitment, minor adjustment



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Awesome product, best price on the market, easy to install. Highly recommend. I'll be back for more...



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Great product and I recommend them to f riends



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2021 Ram 3500

They got here so fast and have been ins talled.



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Customer service is outstanding



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Faster service than originally stated.



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  • Recommended Air Bag Helper Springs and Compressor System For a 2022 Ram 3500
    With only hauling the 5th wheel trailer with your 2022 Ram 3500 SRW the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs # AL57231 will be enough to help level your truck. The Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL58WQ will allow you to wirelessly control the air pressure in each of your air bags from your smart phone using the Air Lift app. It also has a smart manifold that will maintain the air pressure to within 3psi of your settings while you operate your Ram. This is very helpful...
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  • Which Air Bags for 2021 Ram 3500 Cab and Chassis
    I may have a solution for you to add airbags to your 2021 Ram 3500 Cab and Chassis, but AirLift does not make an air bag solution for this truck. You'll want to measure the distance from the outside of the frame to the inside of the tire and make sure it is at least 8", and as long as that is the case you can use the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle # F2478. These Firestone bags are a confirmed fit on your 3500 cab and chassis with the diesel engine...
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  • Will Pressure in Air Lift AL57231 Air Suspension Increase as 2019 Ram 3500 is Loaded
    What you describe is indeed normal. If the system is pressurized before the truck is loaded, adding weight will further compress the air springs thus increasing the pressure. The more weight, the more the pressure will increase. The system lists a max air pressure of 100 lbs, but Air Lift tells us that if loading the vehicle takes the pressure over that point, the bags are designed to handle it and it shouldn't cause a problem. If you're concerned about the increased pressure, you could...
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  • How Long Will The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs # AL57231 Take To Install?
    For an average DIY installer the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs # AL57231 should take 2-3 hours to install. If you are also looking to install the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL74000EZ at the same time this will add another hour to the time above.
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  • Recommended Air Bags for 2021 Ram 3500 Cab and Chassis
    For air bags designed to fit your 2021 Ram 3500 Cab and Chassis you need the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle # F2478. The Air Lift # AL57231 is only designed to fit the pickup, not the cab and chassis. The # F2478 has a 4,800 lb load-leveling capacity. These will keep you level while towing or hauling, and help increase stability. They feature a double-convoluted design and are attached to the corrosion-resistant metal end plates with a time-proven,...
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  • Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Springs That Fit 2021 Ram 3500 Dually
    There is an option for the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Springs that are a confirmed fit for your 2021 Ram 3500 dually, though they are a different part number than the ones you mentioned; instead, the correct fit for your truck are the following: - Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs # AL57231 These air bags will do a superb job of giving you a more comfortable and controlled ride, and are also compatible with a fifth wheel or gooseneck hitch if you are towing. The only thing...
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  • Are Spacers Needed to Install Air Helper Springs on 2019 Ram 3500 With 1 Inch Lift in Rear
    According to Air Lift, you won't need a spacer for only a 1 inch suspension lift. They don't even offer a lift that small, so you'll be just fine. For a LoadLifter 7500 XL kit that offers up to 7500 lbs of support, the # AL57531 Air Helper Spring Kit you'd looked at would be a great choice. For 5000 lbs of support, go with # AL57231. Both would be a fit for your truck UNLESS you have the factory air suspension. You might also want to consider an on-board compressor system like # AL25856...
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