squat when towing the boat
 

2005 F250...........whats on the market to fix this, Id like it to set more level, looking for something easy to install and do the job

TIA

I just ordered these products to fix the squat on my truck when towing the boat. I really like the wireless set up, because it requires no wire inside the cab. Also works with remote or app on your phone.

Agree with above post. Air Lift Ultimate air bags are the best product on the market now. But they are not the only one. Firestone makes some too, (they actually manufacture the bags themselves for Air Lift).
Air Bags are the way to go. IME, I love having a full compressor system on the truck. You can adjust air pressure to tires at any time, and of course you can install train horns which are a must for towing IMHO.
If you want to go full monty, you can buy a compete setup from www.hornblasters.com to INCLUDE air bags too.

Not that its the better solution, but I simply installed coil-over load leveler shocks on the rear.

which ones did you buy ?? for the same truck as mine

+1 on the Air Lift bags. I installed the manual fill ones on my truck. easy install and do not need a lot of air to level truck, they work really well. Im not fan of auto fill compressor, as I view it as something else to rust, break, etc. However, I do see it being practical. JMO.

I also recommend the AirLift airbags as mentioned above
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38 Fountain with cuddy
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. I installed the AirLift 5000Ultimate Plus with the WirelessONE air system on my leveled F250 and it can be adjusted to have no squat whatsoever. It takes a little work to run all the lines and wiring neatly but well worth the effort.

$60 pair of Gabriel or Monroe air shocks will take care of it . Can't get easier or cheaper than that.

You also don't HAVE to run a compressor. On my earlier trucks, I had them plumbed to a schraeder valve (valve stem) that replaced the upper rear license plate bolts. Once you know what pressure works best to level your truck for towing (and handling), just fill them back up to that pressure when you are about to tow. Deflate to spec when not towing.

The AirLift Ultimate are nice because you can just deflate to 0 lbs., easy peasy, as the internal jounce bumper keeps the bags from getting damaged when empty. All the other bags you have to leave a minimum of 5 lbs. in them, I ALWAYS kept around 20-30 lbs in my bags even empty to help with anti-sway control.

Thats how i routed my valves too, but kept psi at around 5-10lbs when empty and lowered tire pressure.

The old air shocks that brings back some old memories.

I run air shocks on my '77 Lincoln. I haven't installed the hitch yet, but do plan to tow with it. :D I may have to buy another jet boat.

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Pimp Daddy

Air shocks sound the easiest and least $$$$........Im looking for a new truck anyway

who fixed my typo...lol

I have bags on my Dodge Ram . Installed air shocks on my wife's Ram ( in case we need to tow with it). It drives better with the boat than mine, much to her amusement🤭

I will say I put a set of Pacbrake air bags on mine and was less that impressed with the ride. I will say they were great to deal with and took them back. I guess after having a set and thinking about it i just can't see how any of them could give you a good ride as you are taking away the travel.

I don't notice any difference in ride quality when the bags are deflated and they can be adjusted from the cab if the ride is too stiff while towing. Air shocks are cheaper and easier to install.

Nice Ford truck in the background as well, Sydwayz.

. Man that is a Sweet looking ride,how many hoes can you get in there with the T tops off.

Sumo springs worked great towing my 37' Active Thunder. They replace the bump stops.

Good evaluation in what to get:


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I had bags on a lowered truck in the 90's, the air fill valve was inside the gas door. Clean install out of view.

and we need more pics of the Lincoln! :D That thing looks clean, love the plate!