Air bags vs payload capacity
I'm considering putting Ride-Rite air bags on my truck and I see they're only rated to 5K lbs. My vehicle has a payload capacity or 5800 lbs and I'm not really sure if the bags would help. I imagine w...
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azjeffh wrote:
I'm considering putting Ride-Rite air bags on my truck and I see they're only rated to 5K lbs. My vehicle has a payload capacity of 5800 lbs and I'm not really sure if the bags would help. I imagine we'll be at of near the truck's max payload.
Input appreciated.
(from FAQ's) IF I CHOOSE TO INSTALL THE AMP AIR SUSPENSION KIT, CAN I INCREASE MY MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY?
No. You must never exceed your GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The air springs simply provide you with added support and therefore better control for an overall smoother, safer ride.
(from pac brake)
I looked at ride-right and decided on pac brake. But in IMO much harder to put on than ride-rite. Pac brake...Not as good as price and fewer dealers, but more sturdy IMO. Absolutely zero problems on mine.
If you put them on yourself no matter brand...use a tubing cutter ($20.00) for air lines, saves messing with air leaks later. Pocket knife doesn't make as good 90 degrees cuts.
http://pacbrake.com/air/air-suspension/
