Firestone Airbags alternative?

Shane,

They look like the ones that I have on the back of the Troopie.
I went for the bellows so that I did not have to go for the heavy suspension. The last Troopie I had was fitted with a heavy suspension and when empty is was a shocker to drive.

With the new Troopie I have used them in the Vic High Country before I up graded the suspension. They did stop the back from sagging with the standard suspension on. They are there to assist the suspension, not as a substitute for a up grade.

Now that I have a medium lift rear springs on the back I have put them back on but at this stage have not had to pump up as much as with the old suspension. 55psi old suspension, 40psi new suspension. Max pressure for these is 100psi

The real test will come when I am fully loaded for the big trips, but from what I have heard from others that have them they are great.

Wayne

Hi Shane

I poored all over the trucksprings site and the Firestone site and decided on a set of Ride rites for my troopy. I settled on Kit No.2115 recognising that some fabrication may be required...only minor though!! Like you I was not prepared to pay $800 for a kit that could be purchased for about $400 so I just ordered them, paid by Visa and awaited their arrival. Fitted quite easily and never looked back...very comfortable and effective.
I suggest you also look at their (Firestone) site and download the PDF of their products. Look for a bag that suits your vehicle in terms of load, height at ride and extension. I suggest the bag in my kit would most likely suit. Unfortunately the Aust retailers who sell the Firestone products are protecting their business by using different numbers to identify their product...perhaps that's their luck but they are just too pricey!! Send me a MM if you want more info. Cheers

http://www.truckspring.com/installation-instructions/firestone-ride-rite/air-helper-spring-rrin2115.pdf

Gday Shane, these look very similar to the ones I have on my hilux. The brand was Boss Try Here Hope this helps.