Can Airbags be Used with a Weight Distribution System on a 2014 Ford F-150
Question:
I have a 2014 Ford F-150 2 wheel drive with 5.0 super crew cab. Pulling a travel trailer using an Etrailer sway/ weight distribution bar. Does adding ride rite airbag or helper springs help or hurt the ride?
asked by: Tom
Helpful Expert Reply:
Adding a set of airbags like the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2542 which is what I recommend for your 2014 Ford F-150 can be used with a weight distribution system and will be an excellent one-two combo for you. The airbags will improve ride quality dramatically taking a lot of the bumps out of the system which will also help prolong the life of your existing suspension components.
When using a weight distribution system on a vehicle that has airbags, you will want to set the airbags to the proper psi first then attach the spring bars on the weight distribution system. The above airbag kit comes with everything you need for installation including manual inflation valves that will require access to an air compressor. In order to eliminate having to find an air compressor, you can use the Firestone Air Command I part # F2158 which will allow you to adjust airbag pressure from inside the vehicle.
I have attached an install video of the above air compressor kit on a 2015 Ford F-150 for you as well.
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Firestone Air Command Standard Duty Air Compressor - Analog - Single Path
- Air Suspension Compressor Kit
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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
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