When to get airbags

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At what point should I consider getting airbags for my 2019 PW? A couple times a month I’ll be pulling about 3000 lbs, several times a year about 6000 lbs, and a few times a year about 8000 lbs. I don’t expect to really ever reach the 10000 lb tow limit. Each trip would be interstate driving for 100-200 miles each way though. I know the truck would pull that fine without airbags, but mainly wondering if I’ll see enough advantages to warrant installing them (more stability, level ride when loaded, etc.). Thanks!
 
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Never if thats all you'd be towin. Inside the door jam is the gvw sticker that tells you how much it can tow.

Blue Mule

The rated towing capacity is around 10,600 lbs. I doubt I'll get within 1000 lbs of that anytime soon. My question was more around would I see advantages with airbags for the weight I'm pulling or are they really for when you reach and exceed the stated capacity.
 

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I run airbags at 40 lbs when pulling my toyhauler fully loaded! 1100lb RZR requires that the 80 gal freshwater tank be full to balance!

I'm probably closer to 11000, maybe 12000!

Upgraded brakes on camper, soon on truck! Good weight distribution!
Experience helps a lot too!

The bags make a noticeable difference! I used to run the bags at 30, had a little hint of porpoising at highway speeds on expansion joints! 40 has all but eliminated it!

I went to 45 bringing it to camp the other day! 17-18 miles of milled surface, 2 good whoop-d-doos! No issues at all!

These PWs are not great haulers, airbags are a huge aid when you do!

Equilizer 1200 is the WDH I run!

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The overall trailer weight isnt the main factor when it comes to needing bags or not...its more the tongue weight of the trailer.

These power wagons have a low payload, and its for a reason. If you start pushing that number (in tongue weight or in the bed), then yes the bags are gonna do wonders for you.
 

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The rated towing capacity is around 10,600 lbs. I doubt I'll get within 1000 lbs of that anytime soon. My question was more around would I see advantages with airbags for the weight I'm pulling or are they really for when you reach and exceed the stated capacity.
Mostly for the extra load capacity. Not really any benefit unless max plus load is a constant possibility

Blue Mule
 
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Well, I ended up ordering a set of LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate airbags and Daystar cradles. I know I won't need them all the time, but it gives me a peace of mind when I do. Plus I haven't done a truck upgrade in a while, so it was overdue. :)
 

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I disagree,I tow about 6k to 7k regularly no where near the max. Power wagon pulls great just with the soft suspension you get some sag. Air bags work great to eliminate sag .I run 20lbs in the bags
 
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I disagree,I tow about 6k to 7k regularly no where near the max. Power wagon pulls great just with the soft suspension you get some sag. Air bags work great to eliminate sag .I run 20lbs in the bags

Thanks for the info. That was going to be my next question once I got them installed - what PSI do people run.

What do you keep in them when you aren't towing?
 

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I'm like warwickram, run my bags at 5 lbs when not towing. I have had them up to 50psi when I pull heavy, but normal load is around 25-30psi. I will never own another truck without them.
 

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I run airbags at 40 lbs when pulling my toyhauler fully loaded! 1100lb RZR requires that the 80 gal freshwater tank be full to balance!

I'm probably closer to 11000, maybe 12000!

Upgraded brakes on camper, soon on truck! Good weight distribution!
Experience helps a lot too!

The bags make a noticeable difference! I used to run the bags at 30, had a little hint of porpoising at highway speeds on expansion joints! 40 has all but eliminated it!

I went to 45 bringing it to camp the other day! 17-18 miles of milled surface, 2 good whoop-d-doos! No issues at all!

These PWs are not great haulers, airbags are a huge aid when you do!

Equilizer 1200 is the WDH I run!

Sorry for the repeated pics!

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Hey what kind of mileage do you get pulling your camper? …………...also to answer the question about having bags or not. If you hate your truck to squat at all when hauling a load, get the bags. I can't stand it. I'll be putting mine in soon. Just need to get the daystar cradles.
 

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Hey what kind of mileage do you get pulling your camper? …………...also to answer the question about having bags or not. If you hate your truck to squat at all when hauling a load, get the bags. I can't stand it. I'll be putting mine in soon. Just need to get the daystar cradles.


I’m getting 6-7mpgs! Last trip was 6.8!
 

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that makes me happy. I just got 6.5 the other day hauling a covered trailer in the wind. She liked 4th gear. I'm guessing the 8 speeds would do much better. Oh well!
I’m getting 6-7mpgs! Last trip was 6.8!
 

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Who is running the air bags that slide into the coils springs? I am looking at installing a set for towing my toy-hauler. I had Firestones in the past but I see a heavy duty set by Air Lift 60818HD. For someone who does not tow a lot this is the way I am trending on going.
 

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Who is running the air bags that slide into the coils springs? I am looking at installing a set for towing my toy-hauler. I had Firestones in the past but I see a heavy duty set by Air Lift 60818HD. For someone who does not tow a lot this is the way I am trending on going.

I had those on 2 prior 1500 with a work cap ( normal ones with 3 doors )
Past trough 4 sets.

They last between a year and two.

They do the work, they're cheap and easy to install!

But they don't last long. Even without load.
Very temporary solution.

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I run mine at 0 PSI. I used the hardware that came with the Airlift that bolts onto the axle and skipped the cradles. I even run them at 0 when hauling my river boat( 18 ft aluminum Xtreme w 70 Yamaha). Haven’t used them yet with my saltwater boat or my tractor. I installed the airbags just a few months ago.
 
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Thanks everyone for the replies. I got the airbags and cradles installed last night. I'll by trying them out this weekend.
 

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I haul hay several times a year. I have airbags and fill them to 50psi when I haul the gooseneck. Trailer brakes are a must. Picture shows 12 round bales on the load. Typically haul 14 at a time.

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