Comparing RoadActive Suspension and Air Bags for a 2017 Ram 3500
Question:
am going to be travelling full time with a 40 ft 5th wheel i have a Dodge Ram 3500 dually 2017. I was looking for at air bags, on the video guy suggested that Roadmaster Active Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty Item # RAS3613-HD would be better than airbags in his opinion but he didnt mention if this would solve the problem of front tire contact by leveling the truck for better breaking and handleling. Will this item solve that problem instead of the airbags?
asked by: Jose
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have used both RoadActive Suspension (RAS) and Air Bags; I don't think it's even close. The superior option is an air bag kit, the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs part # AL57595. They are both going to provide support and reduce rear end sag which will subsequently decreasing front end lift and the issues with this such as handling and braking. The main benefit of air bags is that you can adjust them on the fly and much more easily than the RAS. You can also let the air out while not towing in seconds for a 100% factory ride. The RAS can be adjusted but you need tools and it takes much longer to do so. The capacity of the AirLift will also over double that of the RAS so you can have more support if you need it.
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Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Springs
- Extra Heavy Duty
- Air Lift
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RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Leaf Springs
- Heavy Duty
- RAS
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