How Long Does Installing Firestone Air Bag Kit Generally Take

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I am installing this product on a 2011 ford f-250 super duty and was wondering what kind of time it takes to install being the first time?

asked by: Colin

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I'd set aside an afternoon/evening to install the Firestone suspension kit part # F2597 on your truck. The install isn't anything crazy so it shouldn't be too hard at all as long as you have basic tools.

You can view the entire install process at the install video link down below.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The minimum psi for the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs part #AL88396 while installed on your 2016 Ford F-350 is 5 psi which is to ensure the airbags do not become deformed.

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Answer 2

Using a union tee like the part #AL21838 would be a great way to simplify inflating the bags of the Air Lift kit part #AL88396. This will allow you to inflate both bags at one time with one valve stem and will give both of the bags equal air…

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Although there is not a specific psi for an unloaded Ford F-250 with the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs #AL88396 you do need to make sure you have enough air pressure to maintain a level ride height and there is a minimum of 5…

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Best option we have would be a wireless compressor kit like the Air Command II Compressor System #F2592 which has a dual path option as well as an air tank and air chuck for inflating tires and external bags. It's very possible though the…

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The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Spring Kit #F2550 is a confirmed fit for the 2002 Ford F-250, both 2WD and 4WD versions. I linked an installation video showing this kit in a 2002 F-250 like yours. This kit works on trucks that have the stock…

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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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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion…

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Answer 9

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 10

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 11

The Hellwig Adjustable Big Wig Rear Anti-Sway Bar #HE94FR is only going to leave a few inches between it and the spare tire, as you can see in the attached picture. Depending on how far forward you have the tire it could potentially interfere with…

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Answer 12

There's not many differences between the Air Lift WirelessONE item #AL25980EZ and item #AL25980. The main difference is that the item #AL25980EZ has a slightly higher CFM at 1.03 compared to 0.92 and it runs slightly more efficient at 9% over 15%…

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