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    #1

    Airbags on F150

    Has anybody installed airbags on their F150?
    I have a 2014 ecoboost with a level kit and when hooking up my boat the back end sags pretty good. Looking to to put airbags on it to level it out and looking for recommendations. I have heard good things about the firestone systems and called a shop that sells / installs them and they actually recommended the Air-Lift systems over the firestone.

    Any first hand experience on either system on a 1/2 ton truck

    Thanks



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    #2
    Love that boat, was just looking at your build thread the other day.

    I have a set of Firestone's on a 2015 and love em. I run 10-15 pounds when empty which seems to give the best ride. I've loaded two 55 gallon drums of water plus corn or protein with no problem.

    A boat like that wouldn't need more then 25-30 pounds to maintain a good ride. I wish I had done the kit with an onboard air pump but it's double the money. I may add it anyway.

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      #3
      I have the Airlift "Ride Control" bags on my 2015 F150 that has also been leveled. Love it. I haul a John Deere 4520 with FEL and bush hong on a heavy pipe top "Big Tex" trailer, a Rockwood 30 ft travel trailer, and a Sea Hunt BX24 all completely level.

      The "Loadlifter 5000" will give you more lifting capacity but a rougher unloaded ride. The "Ride Control" will level 2000# which is plenty considering my max payload is 1800 anyway.

      I went with the onboard compressor and in-cab analog controller. I recommend both highly. I can play with the pressure going down the road to get it just right.

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        #4
        Ecoboost with airbags is perfect for towing 12k and less.

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          #5
          Originally posted by Slick8 View Post
          Love that boat, was just looking at your build thread the other day.

          I have a set of Firestone's on a 2015 and love em. I run 10-15 pounds when empty which seems to give the best ride. I've loaded two 55 gallon drums of water plus corn or protein with no problem.

          A boat like that wouldn't need more then 25-30 pounds to maintain a good ride. I wish I had done the kit with an onboard air pump but it's double the money. I may add it anyway.


          Thank you,
          Definitely want the onboard compressor, and the Air lift system has a wireless remote which I like the concept if it works. That way don’t have to worry about installing a gauge and switch inside the truck


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            #6
            Originally posted by BuckSmasher View Post
            I have the Airlift "Ride Control" bags on my 2015 F150 that has also been leveled. Love it. I haul a John Deere 4520 with FEL and bush hong on a heavy pipe top "Big Tex" trailer, a Rockwood 30 ft travel trailer, and a Sea Hunt BX24 all completely level.

            The "Loadlifter 5000" will give you more lifting capacity but a rougher unloaded ride. The "Ride Control" will level 2000# which is plenty considering my max payload is 1800 anyway.

            I went with the onboard compressor and in-cab analog controller. I recommend both highly. I can play with the pressure going down the road to get it just right.


            Great info, thanks


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              #7
              There’s a reason they come from the factory with a rake to them (actually more than one). [emoji41]

              The air bags will fix your sagging issue though.


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                #8
                Had airlift on my tahoe with compressor. After about 3 years the bags had pinholes and it leaked down with time. Customer service was top notch and covered under warranty shipping included, very easy to replace. I would buy again. Definitely get an on board compressor.

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                  #9
                  I have had the load lifter 5000 and like said above its a rougher unloaded ride. Now the ride control with on board compressor and remote on my new truck are the perfect setup. Very easy to install yourself as well.

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                    #10
                    Airbags on F150

                    You may try moving your boat back on the trailer. A few inches goes a long way. You can move the bow stop back 2-3” and then retrained it and see if it helps. Airbags will help no doubt

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                      #11
                      I put a set on myself in my garage- took like 3 hrs and totally worth the ride
                      I can haul my 20ft flatbed with my old project 3/4 ton 81 Chevy on it and rides smooth and level

                      They are air lift brand and same brand I ran on my old truck with zero problems

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                        #12
                        No help on the airbags, but kudos on the Whaler! Nice looking boat!

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