Firestone Ride-Rite Air Spring Kit | Rear

SKU 2430

Firestone 2430 Ride-Rite air spring kit fits rear applications for the 2WD/4WD Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500. Firestone air bags are designed to keep your leaf springs from permanent sagging, reduce bottoming out and reduce tire wear all while improving steering control and braking for an overall improved ride. Firestone convoluted air bags can be adjusted to accommodate your load capacity. Backed by a Firestone limited lifetime warranty.

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Product Specifications

Location: Fits Rear Axle
Drilling Required:No
Capacity:4,800 lbs.
Instructions:Firestone Ride-Rite 2430 Installation Instructions.

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Product Specs for Firestone W217602430

Location: Fits Rear Axle
Drilling Required:No
Capacity:4,800 lbs.
Instructions:Firestone Ride-Rite 2430 Installation Instructions.
UPC: 767555115725
MPN: W217602430

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Firestone W217602430 Details

Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs

Ride-Rite air helper springs, often refered to as Firestone air bag kits, can be installed on most light trucks, motorhomes, RVs, SUVs, and vans. Firestone air helper springs are installed between the frame of the vehicle and the suspension, providing load support through the use of air pressure.

Firestone has made a commitment to provide the customer with the premium air helper spring kits in the industry. Ride-Rite has become synonymous with quality, durability, and with customer support truly second to none. Each application is specifically designed to maximize the safe load carrying capacity, stability, and ride quality of the vehicle.

Video - How To Install A Firestone Ride-Rite No Drill Air Bag Kit

Firestone Ride Rite air helper springs utilize a pair of convoluted air bags which can be adjusted for changing loads. These air springs are capable of 3200-5000 lbs of load leveling capacity per set.(Note: Do NOT exceed the vehicle's recommended gross vehicle weight rating GVWR). Firestone air helper springs enhance the ride by reducing leaf friction. Please remember that air springs do not increase the load-carrying capacity of your vehicle.

Ride-Rite air helper springs enhance the ride by reducing inter-leaf friction. Please remember that air springs do not increase the load-carrying capacity of your vehicle.

Basic Kit includes everything for a quick installation:

2 Air springs (Air bags)
Mounting Brackets
Hardware
Air line
Separate inflation valves for manual inflation

Features & Benefits of Ride-Rite Air Bags and Air Spring Kits

No Drilling of Frame - Easy bolt on installation stallation
Keep the Vehicle level - improve steering control and braking effectiveness, level headlight beams, and reduce tire wear
Reduce suspension fatigue - keep leaf springs from sagging under repeated or constant load
Air adjustments improves the ride - allowing the air springs to be matched to the load
Level off-center loads- individual inflation valves allow for adjustment side-to-side
Reduce bottoming out - protective air cushion softens contact between the axle and frame
Increase vehicle stability - absorbing road shock providing ideal ride conditions for passengers and load
Firestone Air Bag Kits are designed and assembled in the USA

Vehicle Application Guide for Firestone W217602430

The 2430 Firestone Ride-Rite Air Spring Kit | Rear is engineered to work with specific vehicles displayed below. Can't find your vehicle, or need assistance, please give us a call at 1-800-358-4751 or 1-989-755-0561. Browse the category Firestone Ride-Rite to view all vehicle makes and models.

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GMC

Year	Make	Model	Vehicle Option	Installation Notes
2007	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2008	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2009	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2010	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2011	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2012	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2013	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2014	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2015	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2016	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2017	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2018	Chevrolet	Silverado 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2018	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2017	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2016	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2015	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive	Does not fit Denali models.
2014	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2013	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2012	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2011	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2010	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2009	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2008	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive
2007	GMC	Sierra 1500	Fits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel Drive

Customer Q&A - Firestone W217602430

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Do I need a compressor to run this unit on a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Asked April 23, 2018

Jwags

Firestone kit 2430 does not require an air compressor to run the unit. The kit comes with inflation valves for manually inflation. The air bags are inflated the same way you would a tire. The air compressor kits are very convenient, but are not required.

Does this product require drilling for installation? When installed, how well do they handle the salt from the roads?

Asked September 30, 2017

dan

Firestone Ride-Rite kit 2430 does not require drilling of the frame. The kits handle the salt well, we use them in Michigan with no issues. The air springs are made of rubber, so we do recommend cleaning them as you would the undercarriage of the vehicle after heavy salt contact.

Does this work if the truck has a lift?

Asked February 1, 2017

boss

Firestone Ride-Rite kit 2430 is designed for stock height trucks. Firestone does offer spacers for lifted trucks to compensate for the lift. We would need to know how much and how your truck is lifted to determine the correct spacer kit. Feel free to call us at 1-800-358-4751 if you have any questions.

Can you just inflate these manually using a standard air compressor to the supplied air lines rather than installing a compressor on the truck.

Asked July 13, 2016

Yes, the come with inflation valves so they can be aired up the same way as a tire can. You can inflate them with a portable air compressor, at the gas station, etc.

I have a 2013 chevy 1500 4x4 - it only has 30,000 miles, and rides very rough, feels like the shocks are not doing their job, but I have taken it to chevy and they say everything looks fine. will airbags give me a smoother ride? do I need to install them on the front as well? thanks

Asked March 10, 2016

Jacck

If your 2013 Chevy 1500 4x4 is riding rough, the 1st place we would look is the shocks. We recommend installing Bilstein front shocks 24-188227 and rear shocks 24-186841 before we would add a Firestone Ride-Rite kit. If you are towing or hauling heavy loads, we would recommend an air bag kit for the rear. If you are not towing and experiencing a rough ride we would not recommend it and would look further into the shocks.

I use my truck to hunt with and of coarse that means it's off road. While off roading will the suspension travel being maxxed out damage airbags?

Asked October 24, 2015

Chris

As long as the suspension on the vehicle is stock (no lift kit) the Air bags should have an appropriate amount of extension to accommodate the suspension travel. Using these kits off road does increase the risk of debris damaging the air bag and causing leaks. An airless suspension option may be a better option for a truck that is used frequently off road. Feel free to call me at 1-800-358-4751 if any questions. Ryan

How much air pressure should I run if not hauling anything?

Asked September 29, 2015

Snake

Firestone Ride-Rite kit 2430 should have a minimum air pressure of 5 psi at all times. Some of our customers do run a little higher when empty, 7-10 psi depending on the condition of your suspension and the ride type you prefer. 5 is the lowest you should ever run the air bags at.

I have a 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500 4WD that I lowered 3 inches,will this air spring kit still fit?

Asked October 31, 2014

Jerry

Firestone Ride-Rite kit 2430 is designed for stock height trucks and will not work with a lowered truck. It will work with lifted trucks and spacers, but there is not enough clearance to work with a lowered truck. We do not have an air spring kit for a 2010 Sierra 1500 with a 3 inch drop.

will i have to do anything different when i change the oil at a shop that usages a lift that goes on frame

Asked December 10, 2013

jim

If you have to lift the vehicle by the frame, first release all the air pressure from the air springs. This will allow the air springs to extend to their maximum length without being damaged. The uninflated air springs are capable of supporting the weight of the axle when the vehicle is lifted by the frame. After servicing of the vehicle is complete, lower the vehicle to the ground and reinflate the air bags to the desired pressure. You can disconnect the to or bottom bracket if your prefer and reconnect when done.

I got a 3.5 lift on my truck can i still use system

Asked October 12, 2013

nate

Firestone air spring kits will work with a lift kit. It will depend on how your truck is lifted if you will need air spring spacers or not. Firestone air spring kit 2430 sits on the axle and bolts to the frame. If you changed the distance from the top of your axle to the bottom of your frame, you will need an air spring spacer to compensate for the change. Feel free to call our tech support at 1-800-358-4751 if you need assistance.

Does truck ride rougher with bags inflated?

Asked March 21, 2013

Wheeler

Air bags will generally only create a rougher ride if they are inflated up to or near the maximum air pressure of 100 psi. For most applications you will not need to inflate them to the maximum air pressure so the ride will not be rough. It's very rare that we have someone complain that the air bags have made the ride rough when in use.

Firestone

Firestone Industrial Products has the largest North American infrastructure of any air spring manufacturer. Their experience and technical innovation dates back to 1938 with a patent for a pneumatic suspension device to be trademarked the Airide spring.

Firestone Industrial Products, a subsidiary of Bridgestone Firestone Diversified Products (BFDP), specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 65 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and six quality certified manufacturing/assembly plants located on four different continents, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. For more information visit Firestone Industrial Products

Firestone HD Air Springs Warranty

2 Year Warranty

Firestone warrants its HD Air Spring products against defects in workmanship or material for a period of 2 years.

What this warranty does not cover

Damage from accidents, corrosion, improper installation, incorrect applications, overloading, and custom applications that are not specified under the OEM cross references. This warranty does not cover loss of freight, loss of profit, equipment, or personal downtime.

You can view the full details of Firestone’s warranty here.

How To Get Service

If your Firestone HD air spring failure results from a manufacturer defect, contact us at Michigan Truck Spring for support. You can contact us by phone at 1-800-358-4751 or by using our contact form.

Firestone Ride-Rite Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

On Air Springs included in Ride-Rite, Sport-Rite, Coil-Rite, and Level-Rite kits.

2 Year Warranty

On brackets and hardware included in Ride-Rite air spring and Ride-Rite compressor kits.

2 Year Warranty

On Work-Rite urethane products.

2 Year Warranty

On Heavy Duty, Xtra Heavy Duty, and Xtreme compressor systems.

1 Year Warranty

On Light Duty and Standard Duty Ride-Rite compressor kits.

Firestone warrants its products against defects in workmanship or material for the above.

What this warranty does not cover

You can view the full details of Firestone’s warranty here.

How to get service

If you purchased your air springs in the U.S. or Canada and believe you have a part with a warrantable defect, call Firestone Customer Service at 1-800-888-0650 (option 1 for Ride-Rite, option 1 again, then option 4 for warranty). Representatives are available from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (EST) Monday – Friday.