Air Bag Suspension Enhancement Kit Recommendation for 2018 Ford F-150 XLT with 5th Wheel

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I need to put air bags on my 2018 Ford F-150 XLT short bed 5’ 6 with 5th wheel hitch The 5th wheel hitch is a PullRite SuperGlide 2700 Any suggestions ? Thank You

asked by: Richard Q

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Air Lift makes an air bag kit that was designed to fit your 2018 Ford F-150 and also be compatible with and in-bed hitch like your PullRite SuperGlide 2700. For that you'd want the LoadLifter 5000 kit part # AL57385 that you referenced.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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If you have the super short bed option on your 2019 Ford F-150, I recommend the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, #DM8550040 installed with the Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit, #DM8552028-71. This hitch…

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Answer 2

The correct B&W Custom Installation Kit for a 2021 Ford F-150 is part #BW39FR. This is a custom fit kit with no drilling into the frame required. Please note, when using a sliding hitch on a super short bed truck, your turning clearance will be…

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The rail kit you need on your 2019 Ford F-150 is the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, part #BW39FR. Once you have the rail system installed you can use the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch…

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There is a sliding 5th wheel hitch that will work for your 2018 Ford F-150, as well as base rails and an installation kit if you also need those for your truck. The hitch and rails for your F-150 are the following: - B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer…

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Answer 5

While there is an air bag kit that works with a 5th wheel hitch for your 2018 Ford F-150, the Firestone #F2582 does not, and unfortunately there is no type of special bracket made for this, and I definitely don't recommend any type of…

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Answer 6

The air bags and the brackets are different between a 2003 Ford F-250 and a 2018 Ford F-150 so you'd need a new kit with the part #AL57385 for your new truck.

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Answer 7

Generally speaking, it is not recommended to use a Revolution or Sidewinder pin box with any type of sliding 5th wheel hitch. The risk is that these two different pivot points could result in loss of control of the trailer and/or damage to the truck…

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I spoke with my contact for Reese and he said it is not recommended to use your Reese Revolution pin box with your SuperGlide. It is possible to lockout the turret of your pin box and remove the wedge allowing the pin box to rotate at the hitch,…

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Answer 9

You need to operate within the torques specs. On a Reese Revolution or Aftermarket Reese Sidewinder the Grade 8 bolts going through outer cap should be torqued to 45 ft-lbs. It should not be easy to move when not under weight, in fact you…

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Answer 10

The best option for air bags for your 2017 Ford F-150 with an in-bed hitch are the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs #AL57385. These springs are compatible with your in-bed hitch and will provide you with air pressure that is manually…

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Answer 11

I recommend using the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty Item #RAS3611-YHD because they're going to provide you with a system that turns your standard leaf springs into a mechanically active suspension. This…

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We can help you with both rear-axle air bag and 5th wheel hitch fits for your 2016 Ford F-150. For rear air bags you can refer to the linked page that shows all kit options. Click on 2WD or 4WD to see kits for your particular truck. For 2WD you can…

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