Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for a 2006 Honda Odyssey

Question:

Im looking to buy suspension assists for my 2006 Honda Odyssey but Im not sure what to buy. I see you have two kinds available, the rigid, frame mount and the air assists. The main reason Im getting these is for help getting in and out of my driveway with my camper. My clearance is only about an inch from the hitch to the ground when the vehicle is empty and Im NOT towing anything, so when I load it up and put the camper on I will not be able to get out. Which of these two suspension enhancements will allow my vehicle to remain at the same level as if it were empty, or higher? I dont need to ride that high normally, just to pull in and out of the driveway. Any help you can give would be great. Thanks,

asked by: Tom C

Expert Reply:

A suspension enhancement system will help to keep your 2006 Honda Odyssey more level, although a little sagging can still be expected with heavy loads. Since you indicated not having a need for the level ride height all the time, just when towing, I recommend the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs, # F4179, which you can inflate and deflate for the best ride for a given situation. I have included a link to the installation details below.

You can also add an on-board compressor like the Firestone Level Command II - Single-Gauge with Standard-Duty Compressor - Single Function, # F2158, to inflate or deflate the springs as needed from the comfort of the cab of the van. I have included a link to the installation details below.

expert reply by: Michael H