AIR SUSPENSION FOR RV

Full air suspension or just air bags?

Probably the most advanced upgrade for F53 chassis suspension:

https://liquidspring.com/rv-suspensions/

You can easily add helper air bags, and they DO make a big difference. If you are handy with tools, you can do it in your driveway as long as you have a good jack and a couple jack stands. I installed Firestone Ride Rite airbag helper springs from SD Truck Springs a couple years ago to help correct my ride height and to help stabilize the ride due to worn leaf springs. I bought front and rear air bag sets along with a compressor and wireless 4-corner control system for the air bags, but have only installed the front so far. I replaced the front leaf springs last year, but kept the air bags. Made a WORLD of difference in handling and ride quality. My biggest problem now is that I need to install the rear bags to get the ride height back to normal. I look like one of these young bucks with their pickup truck jacked up in the front and squatting in the rear.

I have the Firestone Ride-Rite air bags on all four corners of our coach which have somewhat improved ride quality, however, I found installation of Koni FSD shocks on the front suspension further enhanced ride quality.

Best of luck and safe travels...:)

look up Kelderman.

https://www.linkmfg.com/product-lines/chassis-suspensions/

Saw this one on a F53 last year where we were staying. Owner loved it.

Here is one type, unless you just want to stick with the four corner adjustable air bags. 2 stage rear air suspension

THANKS EVERYONE.

I totally replaced the rear leaf spring suspension on my Ford E450 - - Which is not the same chassis as yours, but the challenges are much the same.

This is a big, and difficult procedure - - fairly pricey too.

The system I installed is made by Reyco Granning.

If you are interested, I have written up a detailed explanation of the whole procedure.

You can reach me at rhaag11@charter.net

oldusedbear - - aka Roger

good morning everyone. My husband and I are new to the class A experience, having switched from a 5th wheel. It is a Bounder, 2003, 32 ft. with 24000 miles. Ford motor F-53 and chassis (gas). My husband is not used to the top heavy and sway feel. We have replaced all four stocks,
and installed a sterring stabilizer. The unit does have sway bars, both front and back; however; they may be to small considering the age of the unit. What now? or do we just need to practice? Thanks all.