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Old 01-16-2003, 09:44 AM
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air bag for leveling?

I have a buddy with an 03'F250 that has the camper certification package.

He is looking into getting a in- bed camper and needed to know if air bags are needed to help with the leveling of the camper.

If so what type or recommendations would you suggest.
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Old 01-16-2003, 10:07 AM
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I'd probably put a set of progressive rate helper springs on instead. Hellwig makes some great models. PhilipSVT has mentioned he has a set on his truck, I've used them on previous ones. The best thing about them is that they only take a load when you have one, so when you aren't loaded the ride is like stock. Most installs require no drilling.

Check them out
 
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Old 01-16-2003, 11:39 AM
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Thanks FLAFON!

I know I posted also in the suspension section but not sure were I would get a good response
 
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Old 01-16-2003, 11:41 AM
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Why do people post the same damn thing in two different forums
 
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I would vote for the Hellwig's too. Got them on my rig and they really do keep the rear from dropping when loaded.

On a F250, it could already have 'factory' overload springs, so check that out first.

Airbags are fine too, but cost more and require drilling, plumbing etc.
 
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Old 01-16-2003, 03:13 PM
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Definately air bags. Go to IRV2.com
 
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Old 01-16-2003, 07:32 PM
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Firestone bags are the only way to go.

Should be about $200 for parts without compressor. (just keep one of those little cigarette lighter compressors in the camper)
 

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Old 01-16-2003, 08:12 PM
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Bikenut- thanks
did you post the answer in the other forum

I just wanted to get a few options from the suspension guru's as well
 
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lol, dont mind me, Im a ***... Mostly friendly, but still an *** >> Ask my wife
 
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Old 01-17-2003, 07:47 AM
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I like the airbags.I had 2 valve stems put in the bumper for quick air in air out until I had gottem my compressor.They worked great for towing an heavy loads.


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