Compatibility of Firestone F2597 Air Helper Spring Wtih B&W Turnover Ball Hitch on 2012 Ford F-250
Question:
I saw that this should be a no drill fit, but one person had to modify the hitch platoon the frame. Willi use the hitch bolts to mount the upper bracket? Or is there something else I have to do? It is gas engine with 61/2 ‘ bed. Thanks
asked by: Scott S
Expert Reply:
I believe you're speaking of a review of the product provided by our Customer, Timothy.
The B&W # BWGNRK1111 Turnover Ball hitch is compatible with the Firestone # F2597 Ride-Rite kit, but our customer Timothy found the install was easier if the driver's side frame bracket for the Turnover Ball hitch was removed before beginning the air helper spring install and reinstalling it after the air bag install was complete. Firestone tells me this isn't absolutely necessary, but it will make the install easier.
You might also consider adding an onboard air compressor kit like # F2219. The compressor would allow you to add or remove air pressure from the system while on the fly if the load your hauling/towing or the road conditions change.
I've linked to install videos for the # F2597 Ride-Rite air helper springs and the compressor kit I mentioned. I've also linked to the installation instructions.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Below the Bed
- Manual Ball Removal
- 7500 lbs TW
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Removable Ball - Stores in Hitch
- Wheel Well Release
- 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
- B and W
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Firestone Air Command Heavy Duty Air Compressor - Analog - Dual Path
- Air Suspension Compressor Kit
- Wired Control
- Dual Path
- Analog Display
- 150 psi
- Firestone
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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Springs
- Heavy Duty
- Firestone
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