Ram 1500 EcoDiesel
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TnWV
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Not sure if you are a member of, or visit, the forum RAM 1500 Diesel Forum, but there is a lot of air bag experience documented there. Seems the most popular are Timber Grove and TLC. I'm no expert on the subject, but have read many of those threads, and I believe both of those companies offer setups with and without compressors. Timbrens also seem to be a popular option. Timbrens are bump stops, and a cheaper option to air bags. that seem to help with sagging and many members of that forum use them and like them. Seems like you tow a lot, so air bags are probably the better option and well worth the extra money for your situation. Just a few options for you to consider as you research.
I hit 6,700 miles on my Ecodiesel yesterday on a trip to Morgantown and back. Lifetime MPG is just over 23 according to my fuelly app. The more I drive this truck, the more I like it!
I'm not a member at the 1500 diesel forum but I've been reading it a lot.
I'm thinking about going with the air lift 1000. I don't need a lot of lift, just maybe 2 inches. I'm probably not going to install on board air. I'm gonna put the 1000 series bags in for minimal cost and start with 5 psig.
One thing that worries me is on some of the bags you remove the factory springs. I'm not real clear on it. What happens if one of those bags fails??
I'm thinking about going with the air lift 1000. I don't need a lot of lift, just maybe 2 inches. I'm probably not going to install on board air. I'm gonna put the 1000 series bags in for minimal cost and start with 5 psig.
One thing that worries me is on some of the bags you remove the factory springs. I'm not real clear on it. What happens if one of those bags fails??
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That's a good question and one I don't know the answer to. I'd have to hear a pretty good argument for getting bags that require removing the factory springs. I plan to go with a 100% bolt on option when I'm ready.
I also don't plan on getting on board air, as I don't want to give up space to a compressor and tank for something I will not use often.
Good luck and keep us posted on what you end up with.
I had these on my 2014 Ram. They work very very well.
When you install them, the spring has to be in full droop, no weight on the tire at all. I used a large wooden spoon to work the bag into the spring. I would wait until some warm weather to do it, or bring it inside a heated garage. The bags are pretty stiff when they are cold.
That's the answer. Per RAM, WDH for trailers over 5000lbs. That would eliminate the rear sag and give you better handling up front too.
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