Best Air Bags For 2018 Ford F-250 2WD Towing 5th Wheel Trailer

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I have a 2018 F250 two wheel drive with a B&W turnover ball and B&W companion fifth wheel hitch. I changed factory shocks to Bilstein currently have Timbrens on the rear but I am still getting some squat in the rear when towing my fifth wheel. Considering going with air bags. What’s you recommendation?

asked by: Gaylan

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Helpful Expert Reply:

If you are having some squat issues even with the Timbrens then upgrading to air bags is a good idea as they will allow you to set the best air pressure for your situation to help with the squat you have. The best option for air bags that fit your 2018 Ford F-250 2WD and are compatible with your set up are from Air Lift:

- Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs # AL88391

These Air Lift air bags are designed for heavier-duty applications and their 5,000 lb capacity is the highest amount for air bags that are a fit for your truck. They have internal jounce springs for added support, are made from reinforced rubber, and have roll plates on the top and bottom of the spring that stabilize and protect them.

During the installation of these air bags, you are going to want to ensure your air lines are cut perfectly straight, and the best way to do this is by using the Air Hose Cutter # AL10530. Also, I do recommend considering adding a compressor in order to make both monitoring and maintaining the air bags much easier, allowing you to do it just from the comfort of your truck's cab. The best option to do so is a wireless compressor, the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs - Bluetooth - EZ Mount # AL58WQ.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The only difference between the Firestone Ride Rite Red Label 5000-lbs Air Bags #F35FV and the 7500-lbs Air Bags #F95FV is the material that they are constructed with; both air bags will be the same size, but the 7500-lbs air bags are constructed…

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Answer 2

I believe you're talking about what Reese refers to as inner brackets because they mount to the inner surface of the truck frame. They offer the inner brackets as #RP27FR, as shown in the provided photo.

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Answer 3

Yes, you will be able to install one of the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 kits with the SuperSprings Custom Suspension Stabilizer #SSA25 on your 2022 Ford F-250. A 4 wheel drive truck will use the Kit #AL35FJ while a 2 wheel drive will use Kit #AL88391.…

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Answer 4

The Reese #RP87FR Elite Series Under-Bed rail kit has the same exact puck spacing as the Ford OEM puck system. Since the Curt Q24, part #C16530-16020 is designed for the Ford OEM pucks, the hitch will work perfectly with the Curt Q24 slider hitch you…

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Answer 5

Thanks for the picture! That is exactly what I need to confirm what pin box your Forest River Shasta Phoenix 28RB has. I just spoke with my rep at Lippert and you have a 1621 pin box with an 18,000 lbs capacity. You will want the Gen-Y Hitch 5th…

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Answer 6

When it comes to the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #325-GH-8045 and the #GY58GR, the main difference is the auto latch feature of the #GY58GR. This self-latching lever automatically engages when hitch ball is in socket…

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Answer 7

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 options.…

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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 OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 10

A drop axle certainly can make it tough to reach the star wheel adjuster on a drum brake. The adjuster spoon tool we offer #W80630 has a 90-degree bend that will often let you get access to the adjuster even on a drop axle. Essentially you will need…

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Answer 11

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 12

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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