Air Lift Air Shocks Installation on a 2021 Ram 1500 Big Horn 

I just watched a video before this where the guy used the same air shock and tore the rear suspension apart to take the spring out to install the air spring. And you just did it the genius way. You have just convinced me to buy these. Thank you my friend.

Great video!!! I watched this before the holidays so I asked my kids for them for a gift. Well the weather was just right yesterday and boating season is just around the corner so I installed them. Had them in under an hour. Your video is why I did it. If I had to pull springs I would have never attempted it. Thanks!!!

Purchased these Air lift shocks but could not get the truck high enough to get the springs off without compromising the brake line and was ready to return them. Watched several videos and yours was a game changer. It was extremely hard to fold and tie the bag and get it into the spring, but once in - all was very easy.. Much easier than the directions that came with them. He attached the tubing after getting the bag in and they were easy to connect with the wheel off. Thanks - ready to tow!

I have the 21 ram also. Yes, rear suspension is very soft and I have plenty of bounce when pulling my camper. I've purchased the same system some time ago. Will be installing them soon. Hope it gets rid of the bounce. Best video I have seen for this installation. 😊 Thanks......

I'm sold on this set up. I did this to my 2014 Outdoorsman and am planning to do this on my 2021 Longhorn 4x4 Off Road. My trailer is a Airstream International. Thanks for the fine video!

You might want to start by completely resetting your W/D hitch on a surface that's as level as possible. If your trailer is sitting level like that in your driveway and your truck is comparably level with it, then your ball should be sitting about 1-inch higher than the coupler on the trailer before even connecting the trailer to it. And when you connect it with the W/D properly set up, the trailer should be sitting level and your truck might have a little sag, if any. I would suggest adding more spacers to pivot the head of your hitch more, that will distribute more weight evenly and the air bags will just be a redundancy instead of a necessity. Your tongue weight is 825lbs (really heavy), so you should be using probably all 6 spacers anyway. I have a Yukon XL with the same air bags as you and an E2 W/D hitch. Yukons are notorious for rear end sag when towing because they don't have as high of a payload as a typical 1/2 ton truck. I started with 4 spacers at 600lbs tongue weight, then moved to 5 and it sat pretty level. I only added airbags for when I tow my atv trailer, because even 350lbs of loaded tongue weight combined with the family and some gear made the rear sag about 1.5 inches below level.

These airbags combined with a solid steel sway bar from Hellwig has made my towing experience much better. I’ll be adding a Gen-Y hitch next to top it all off.

Appreciate the before and after showing the difference in height. Am having Airlift installed on Tuesday. Thirty years ago I would have done it myself. Take care.

I just did my install yesterday. I didn't remove the wheels. I jacked up one side at a time to install the bags. Quick and simple. I located my air valve behind the fuel door.

Nice vid ... everyone should realize the equalizer hitch is paramount for towing..Installed these air bags, the same way. Front and rear bilstein shocks. E rated tires on my 2019 Ram with 3:92 rear end, instead of 3:21, and D rated , instead of C rated,on my toy hauler...absolutely night and day difference in towing performance . About 6k fully loaded..Safe travels !!

Thank You for the Video. I am going to do Exactly what you did on my 2022 Ram.

I'm so convinced, Google is watching my video history! after I watched your video, ad for the airlift, came up. I'm buying and installing.

Great video. I appreciate the help you gave with this. I installed the same kit in my 2021 Classic 1500 in about an hour

Great video. I didn't know these things existed. Thanks bro. I'm going to get one for my truck.

Just got mine in the mail. Looking forward to putting them on. I have a 2021 Ram towing a 36 ft Malard that is over 7000 pounds dry

I think Ram puts crappy springs on so when you test drive it, it makes for a softer, smoother ride. I just bought HD springs AND an Air Lift for my '21. I have the luxury of putting the bags into the new springs before putting them on the truck 😁 I had Air Lifts in my 3 previous Jeep Liberties. For anyone wondering, they work well during the winter too. I'm in Ottawa Canada eh. Plenty cold. Thank you for the video. I've always had the compressor but this time around I will do it like you did.

Great video. I have purchased the falcon terra-flex with the 3 driving modes which are normal, haul, and tow, and also adding the icon 1.5” dual stage coil springs. But i saw your video and i just bought the air lift airbags to add them in the my 19 ram rebel. Since i will be purchasing freedom express by coachmen 29 SE which puts me right under the normal towing capabilities. But adding everything i mentioned would help so much and being safe is a must. Thanks once again for the video.

When I work under truck with tires off I put a jack stand and the tire under the frame which is a very safe way to do it which I have done when I installed my HD airlift

I just ordered these great video thanks for sharing

Great job on Ram info video.

Great video. I’m purchasing the kit. ( the little biscuit 😂🤣)

Great vid bro! Im thinking of doing same thing to my Ram. Or entire truck on bags. But, good vid!!

i wish i had known these existed before installing my aftermarket tufftruck springs on my 2017 ram. they are 50% stronger than stock but would be nice to have the bags also with new springs for towing. wonder if air lift bags will fit too? putting these inside stock springs seems kind of a half measure. they will help but bags inside stronger springs will help the bags last longer. unless u want to keep stock ride w deflate.

I’m sold on these! Doing a lot of research to plan for a new truck (likely a Ram 1500 5th gen) and a camper that’s going to be pretty heavy. I know these will be necessary.

I pulled a 259 skid steer every once in a while with my 1500 and the rear end is super soft that when the trailer breaks engage it drags the back of the pick down. I am planning on getting the 5000 pound load lifter air bags.

Recently bought a 2014 Ram CC with a 6’4 bed and it came with the Air Bags (in red). Each air line was routed to openings in the bed at the tailgate so I have to air each up individually. Would have preferred the t and routed to one valve. But my truck Idoesn’t squat and tows great! Also use a Husky Straight line DH. Great video.

Great Vid man, appreciate the info!

Thank you really appreciate this video!

So glad I came across this video! I’m looking into buying a travel trailer and I’m kinda nervous to because I have a 3.21 axle with a max weight of 8,000lb and from what iv heard it’s kinda a joke to tow with that axle 😅. At least I know I won’t have any squat if I use these airbags!

...paint the inside of ur garage with semi-gloss white. You'll be amazed at how often you don't hafta use your trouble light!

Great video!

Must trucks have a 2-2.5 inch rake to the front for this reason. The rake is calculated so that with proper tongue weight the truck is near level. So 2inch squat means your tongue weight is not over limit.

Found this.. Weight distribution hitches improve steering, braking capability and enhance vehicle control. Airbag systems provide adjustable suspension that is easily adapted for optimal driving. While there will be redundancies, these two systems can coexist and deliver an exceptional towing experience.

If I’m doing this to my truck its got to be worth the effort think I’m going to use the 5000 lbs lift kit on mine so worth the effort.. who knows what you want to tow in the future.. ram should do this from factory to be fair .. stronger shocks … might be worth looking at stronger shocks before fitting a kit even 👍

Curious to know, how did this work with your truck still being under the manufacture warranty? Looking to add them to my truck but it’s currently still under warranty (2020 model).

Nice job

After almost a year the fitting at the top of the bag vibrated lose causing the onboard air compressor to cycle. After tightening the fitting we heavily coated it with silicon gasket maker. Hoping for a trouble free ride.

I've never seen this color on those wheels. I really like the charcoal metallic look. Mine are matte black.

Great video! Thanks. I have 2021 1500 Laramie and it only has 4 ties down points, one in each corner, but they are down low. I would like to add 4 to the top of the bed. Have you ever installed any in your truck?

Great video! I personally don’t like using the T-valves though, don’t wanna push air out of one side and over inflate the opposite side in corners. But that’s just my opinion and we all know what opinions are like. Lol Stay safe brother

One hundred percent agree that the coils are garbage, I tow a 31’ TT and my 16 Ram sport squats like my wife peeing in the woods! I bought these and will be installing when the weather breaks! Thanks for the video as I seen others took the entire coil out to get the job done! Have you had any issues at all since making this video? Thanks again

Great video! Going with your same set up on my 2020. Would you change anything now that you have used them?

I'm going to definitely install these air bags in my truck ( RAM 1500) what is your thoughts on upgrading to factory 20 inch tires that i believe are load range C to load range E tires , i am considering do that but don't know if it is needed , i would appreciate any thoughts on that .

I'm getting ready to install the 1000HD on my 2019 bighorn could you tell me when doing your daily driving with 5lbs psi. Did it take away from the comfort of the ride...? Thanks Jeff

That's why you replace the rear springs with 2500 springs.

I’m gettin ready to install exact same bags. On my 2020 ram. Looks easy to do. I pull a 26 ft Rockwood hoping to get good performance out of them. Does it help with the towing is what I really want to know. Thank you great vid

Thx for the video. I have a similar setup and am considering airbags. How heavy is your camper trailer?

Can you comment on the wdh? Did it help reduce read squat? The wdh should make your front end drop a bit and help reduce rear squat. Best way to verify everything is on a cat scale

whoa... I just went through this.. I sold my 2021 Ram Rebel for a 22 Telluride. 45 days later.... I am back in a Ram. Atleast I am not alone.

Now that you have had these for a bit, what are your thoughts on them? Also, when you're not towing anything, does the backnof the truck stiffer or anything?

Good job!!

Nice vid! I’m going to have to do this myself soon for travel trailer. What size is the camper you’re hauling?

These worked well for me, until my first winter here in Canada. The bags split and I wasn't even using them at the time. Was almost impossible to get them out of my springs after. Would not recommend in colder climates.

Hello from a fellow Minnesotan!

What are you doing with the torsion bars on the tongue? You should be able to torque the hell out of 'em and raise that back end. Still, I like using air-shocks. Whatever works and is safe.

I have a valid question? Would an adjustable hitch do the same job ? Where ball slides up and down to match the high of your travel trailer? Thanks

So if I have Spring Spacers on my Spring can I still use them with the bags or do I have to remove spring spacers on the rear before installing

what size and weight is your Travel Trailer? I have a 1500 with eco diesel. 7660 max tow weight. will the air bags allow more weight on the truck?

Great video. My camper is a 27' weight is 7,700 dry. I only tow dry at all times, with little gear and food on board. We shop after we set up. I'm sure this lift kit should work great. Wonder how the bags hold up over winter conditions?

very good how to, thanks

How have the bags held up any issues?? I’ve never had air bags I’m wondering how common is it for a bag to fail and leak. Would suck to have to pull them back out to replace.

Just heard about these airbags and googled them. Then your video pops up. I have a couple questions. First, would a cigarette lighter air pump be enough to inflate the bags. Don't have access to a full air compressor when camping. Second question, if a cigarette lightet compressor isn't enough, how rough would the ride be leaving the bags inflated for a couple days of short drives?

I though air suspension was only a $2000 option on the rams. How much did you spend on the aftermarket install?

Did you precut the hose? Just cut the hose in half before you ran it through the frame? Thanks, and good video.

Do these replace the use of a weight distribution hitch? Or do you still use both? Thanks.

@Don't Burn the House Down - Just curious what your payload of your RAM is vs the GVWR of you trailer is. I am running into same issue.

What pressure do you run with your trailer? And trailer weight? Do you add air with the just the empty truck to a certain psi then hook up? Or go to psi once hooked up? Thank you

I have a 2023 ram ...I cannot get the bag into the spring. I wrestled with it for about an house and just can't get the sob in there. damn. I'm sure Ram knows this is an issue...surprised they don't do something about it so the ass doesn't sag when towing.

61/4 front 61/4 rear now were even 👌😂

Great video

Is the 1/2 inch drop after install with a weight distribution system or without?

Excellent video, thank you so much

This is something i’m very interested in doing to my truck i just bought, im just not sure should i do it with a RWD 5.7 BIGHORN? this is my first truck!

How’s the feel driving with no trailer? Any benefits for everyday driving or only when hauling?

Consider stainless steel zip ties. Use more light. Otherwise, Excellent video! Thanks.

in all fairness to Ram, which I own as well You really need a 2500 for that camper

Great video- when you deflate the airbags does your truck drive stiff or different? I love the way the Ram drives over the other brands…

In the background of your coil spring, I red color looks like air bags. What is that?

2021RAMClassic, they should fit? I'm scared when it comes to order stuff and getting the wrong parts 😂

Do you ever a sway issue with the dodge ? I pull with a ram and similar trailer as yours and can’t stop,the wiggle Have WD bars, loaded properly, inflated tires to max towing psi, tried everything still wiggles Drives me crazy

The stickers are for your tool box...lol

Are you supposed to air up the bag before or after you hitch up?

Good video but how heavy is your camper?

Imagine our disappointment when we switched to the RAM 1500 and pull behind trailer from the RAM 3500 and 5th wheel. New Air Bags, 10 ply tires, sway control hitch and rv equalizer were our answer to a better ride. We should have kept the 5th wheel and Cummins.

Its been 2 months since you installed your air Shocks, how are they working for you? And would you suggest replacing the Stock Shocks on the truck.Thank you!

Doesn't the weight distribution hitch level the truck?

Yes did the mistake my self trade my ram rebel for a Honda and the trade again for another Ram with high interest rate

Do you or anyone know how much weight can be put in the box with these air bags?

So in all how long did it take you to install everything?

Why not just change the rear coils?

How much does you trailer weigh?

Nice set up, does that truck have a 3.21 rear gear? How heavy is you camper. This is about the same set up we will have

What was the tongue weight of your trailer?

How much those your travel trailers weights ?????

Should maybe have a 2500 to tow that bad boy

i trust ram trucks but under on stands is a no no for me too lol.

Every half inch counts .. especially if it’s only 6 inches .. 👌😂 it’s a man thing … I’m the same … I need this done ✅

What model MPG trailer is that

This is not quite the airbag system i was looking at

Make sure to test with the spray water next time you do a video of this detail. We know it can be done when it comes to the installation, but checking your lines are important because people hesitate to install because of the leaking issue. Other than that, great job Bud!