Firestone

Do you tow a caravan or horse trailer, or often carry a heavy load in the bed? Firestone makes air suspension that helps your vehicle’s springs carry the weight, so it stays level and drives more steadily. Here you’ll find air springs, helper springs, compressor kits and controls for pickups, SUVs and vans.

Air suspension with an industrial background

Most people know Firestone from tyres, but under the same name there is a division specialising in air springs for trucks, buses, industry and passenger vehicles. The range for pickups and SUVs builds on that experience. The idea behind air springs as helper springs is that you adjust the pressure to suit the load. With little air the vehicle drives close to stock, and when you carry a heavy load or tow a trailer you inflate them so the rear doesn’t sag and the vehicle keeps its steering feel.

Firestone’s key products

The main product is Ride-Rite air spring kits, fitted between the axle and frame alongside the original springs. The kits come with brackets and lines tailored to each vehicle. For vehicles with coil springs there is Coil-Rite, air cushions placed inside the coils. Add a compressor kit and pressure controls to adjust the pressure from the cab or with a wireless remote instead of inflating at the valves. Firestone also offers replacement air springs and accessories. See each product for vehicle fitment.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I drive with air springs when the vehicle is unloaded?

Yes. Without a load you run a low minimum pressure, so the vehicle feels close to stock. Always stay within the minimum and maximum pressure stated in the kit’s instructions.

Do I need a compressor for the air springs?

No, they can be inflated at the valves with an ordinary compressor or pump. A compressor kit with controls does make it easier to adjust the pressure quickly, for example when hooking up a trailer.