Air Lift 1000 Air Spring Kit – Fits 2009-2024 Ram 1500 – 60818

I originally purchased the air lift 5000 or my 2017 ram 1500 crew cab, but I did not realize I have to make permanent changes to my frame to put them on. I didn't feel comfortable doing that to a truck with 200 miles. I returned those and purchased these so I could tow my 31ft travel trailer with a tongue weight of 640lbs. I also carry 200lbs of weight in the bed when we go camping.Shipping was fast and all items arrived in good condition. I read a lot of reviews for the install and they were mixed on how to install the bags. I like most don't have a lift to put the truck in the air, but I found that there is no need to use a lift.installation: The first thing I did was remove the rear fender liners, there are about 9 screws and the liners come right out. I then took my wheel chocks and chocked the front wheels. The I took my 3 ton jack, and () 1ft piece of 4x4 and (2) 1ft piece of 2x4, but you can use whatever you have available. I stacked all 3 on top of each other and used the jack to lift the rear by the hitch. I lifted the rear all the way up right before the tires were about to come off the ground. I placed my jack stands under the truck fro safety. I compressed the first bag so it was flat and tried to install from under the rear, but couldn't get the bag to go in. I then attempted to go from the top and was able to slide the bag in and pull the cap off in less than 30 seconds. After installing both bags I connected the tubing to the first bag and ram the tubing through the frame to the tow hitch. I did this for both bags and installed the T behind the hitch running the last line to one of the holes that face out from the hitch towards the rear of the truck.TIP: when putting the hoses on the nipples of the bags and T use a little silicone spray so the hose will slide on easier. Also if you have a long bed truck you will need to get more hose. The kit comes with enough to do a 6 foot bed, I have 14 inches left over after the install.I aired the bags up to 35psi like the instructions say and let it sit for 3 days and the bags were at 33psi. I drove the vehicle 40 miles and went back to check the psi and still at 33. I have left the 33 psi in it for a week and let the truck sit there and it has only dropped 1 psi and that from me checking it 4 times I think.I purchased the Viar 88p air pump with these air bags and everything works great. Total install time from start to finish doing this by myself was less than 2 hours.I hoped this review helps.

I bought a 2018 Ram 1500 last summer. We use it to pull a 7,000 lb travel trailer. Typically, when pulling the trailer, the truck bed is full of tools, firewood, extra propane tanks, the generator, etc. Additionally, my family is 5 plus a dog. I love our 1/2 ton Ram but it's weak spot is the rear coil springs. They make for a fantastic ride when commuting unloaded. But they are not meant for any serious work. The Air Lift 1000 bags correct this issue. They firm up the rear coil springs to prevent sagging and bottoming out. This makes for a safer and more comfortable (while loaded) ride. I run 5-10 lbs of air in the bags when the truck is unloaded, which does not impact my stock ride quality. To be clear, air bags DO NOT transfer weight. You need a proper Weight Distribution hitch for this. However, even with a properly adjusted WD hitch, my truck would still sag in the rear. These bags are the fix! They're inexpensive and relatively simple (though a little time consuming) to install.Air Lift's customer service is awesome. They really stand behind their product. I used and abused these bags last year. Somewhere in the system, I developed a slow leak over the winter. I emailed Air Lift because they have a lifetime warranty. More or less no questions asked and Air Lift sent me a brand new kit. What's nicer, is they sent me the new upgraded 1000HD bags. I offered to pay the difference in price, but they wouldn't take my money. The new bags are even nicer. They're stiffer for more leveling capacity and have a better method of connecting air lines to the bags.Removing the old bags was hard! But this is due to the quality of the product. I couldn't believe how thick and sturdy the red 1000 bags were! The black 1000HD bags are even thicker. I hope I never have to remove these lol.Bottom line, buy these bags (or the 1000HD bags). You won't regret it. It's a cheap and easy option that works well and is backed by a great warranty and customer service.

Installed on my 14 Ram Sport, I tow and haul quite a bit, 4 wheelers, snowmobile trailers, 22ft open car hauler and race car along with all the spares, 1 ton pallet of wood pellets. These bags are an amazing addition and worth every penny. Add air to level out your truck and make it ride much smoother. It even improves the ride of the truck empty. I run 10psi in mine at all times, and 30-35 when I'm towing or hauling the heaviest loads. Watch a video or really read how to install the bags. The first one takes 10 minutes or more and some swearing, the 2nd you will have done in less than 2 mins. I ran my air lines into the gas door instead of by the license plate like most people do. Keeps it up out of the salt and muck here in NY state. 1 year in and no leaks or issues. I would totally recommend them and I would say they are a necessity if you tow and haul.UPDATE: Still going strong 2 years later, I have installed these on 3 or 4 of my friends vehicles and each person keeps saying the same thing "why didn't I add these sooner"