Air springs vs coil springs (w/ helper bags)

[IvoryHemi]

I’m trying to decide if the $2k air suspension is worth it. Is the unloaded ride , that much better with air springs? I’ve read where some have handling issues with WDH and air ride, is it that much harder to setup?

Does anyone with coils & helper air bags (timbren, airlift) wish they had air springs instead? Is this setup preferred because it can handle heavier loads?

 

[Rebelguy2020]

I’m trying to decide if the $2k air suspension is worth it. Is the unloaded ride , that much better with air springs? I’ve read where some have handling issues with WDH and air ride, is it that much harder to setup?

Does anyone with coils & helper air bags (timbren, airlift) wish they had air springs instead? Is this setup preferred because it can handle heavier loads?

I have the airlift HD installed in my coils, it’s easy to install and under $200, you can add a compressor and control but would be another $400.
I installed the inlet air valve beside the rear licence plate, it’s the only hole to drill and it’s plastic. The manual says to remove the coil springs to install the air bags but that is not needed, just jack the rear of the truck to stretch out the coils and install the bags, look on YouTube.
You can put up to 50 psi for a maximum of 2000 lb payload, not that I would put that much in the bed of my truck.
You are supposed to put the air before loading the truck, but sometimes I forget and put the air after it was loaded and it does lift the truck.
I hated driving at night with a load and the headlights pointing in the air.
I also hated looking at the truck sagging with something in the bed.

As far as the ride, there is no change with no air in the bags, well I keep a few psi to keep the bags tight, and for me the ride when loaded is fine, I can’t compare it to the manufacturer air ride suspension because I never had a truck with it.

 

[RAMSTER@]

I have the airlift HD installed in my coils, it’s easy to install and under $200, you can add a compressor and control but would be another $400.
I installed the inlet air valve beside the rear licence plate, it’s the only hole to drill and it’s plastic. The manual says to remove the coil springs to install the air bags but that is not needed, just jack the rear of the truck to stretch out the coils and install the bags, look on YouTube.
You can put up to 50 psi for a maximum of 2000 lb payload, not that I would put that much in the bed of my truck.
You are supposed to put the air before loading the truck, but sometimes I forget and put the air after it was loaded and it does lift the truck.
I hated driving at night with a load and the headlights pointing in the air.
I also hated looking at the truck sagging with something in the bed.

As far as the ride, there is no change with no air in the bags, well I keep a few psi to keep the bags tight, and for me the ride when loaded is fine, I can’t compare it to the manufacturer air ride suspension because I never had a truck with it.

I am looking at these for my 2019 Longhorn 4x4 - the other air bags require you to cut the dampener perch out of the truck. We are going to pick up a new travel trailer - only 4500 lbs with 450 tongue weight. I likely don't even need them, but seems to be a much better choice for something on the smaller side as far as travel trailers go.

Are you happy with these and the install, etc?

 

[JJRamTX]

I am very happy with the air ride and it rides better than the traditional coils for smoothness. The auto level is great and the ability to raise and lower the truck 6 inches is handy at times for loading and once in a blue moon clearance height. ***As a bonus feature the air release valve when it gets warmed up from a bitter cold state, sounds like a big rig ***

 

[RAMSTER@]

I went with the HD kit after talking with some of my mopar friends - I didn't want to modify the truck for the full air. I'll report once installed. The kit was inexpensive and looks easy to install. Not doing a compressor, just 2x valves mounted to the back on each side of the license plate.

 

[RAMSTER@]

Well, they're in! Pretty easy install. Mostly mechanical stuff, nothing too hairy. I did end up removing the springs, but really didn't need to. Air lines were very easy to run and I put the valves next to the license plate. Initial pump up to 25 PSI. They seem pretty stiff when you hit a bump so should do well with a 4500lb travel trailer with 450lb tongue weight. I'll know how good they are when I hook up the camper, but overall I'd recommend these over the full air bags because of the install. Great value. So I've installed the trailer controller, had the computer flashed, and now have the air bags, I'd say were ready to tow!

 

[kc1500]

I just install today hoping for the same results when camper is attached. Super easy to install. The Difficulties is folding the air bag/zip ties to fit into spring.

 

[W Six]

Any update how these worked out for y'all?

 

[Davidbt]

Any update how these worked out for y'all?

I live in South East Arizona and installed the HD1000's on my 21 Big Horn. Our travel trailer weighs 5,500lbs loaded and, and with 30lbs of air they made the truck feel planted even with the stock tires. I have E rated tires now and it should be even better.

 

[W Six]

Thanks!!