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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate | Rear Axle

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Product Specs for Air Lift 88338

  • Location: Fits Rear Axle
  • Capacity:5,000 lbs.
  • Instructions: Air Lift 88338 Installation Instructions.
  • Replacement Air Spring:Air Lift 84297
  • Rebate:Buy an AirLift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Spring kit from TruckSpring.com and have it installed by our professional technicians and receive a $75.00 rebate. Buy a qualifying Air Lift on-board air compressor system from TruckSpring.com and have it installed by our professional technicians and receive another $75.00 rebate. Rebate expires September 30, 2025. Rebate Form
  • UPC: 729199883385
  • MPN: 88338
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Installation Overview of Air Lift 88338

Here is an installation overview of the Load Lifter 5000. These kits handle large loads with full-time load support. Used for frequently loaded truck and van applications, these air bags have a load support of 5,000 lbs. Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 ULTIMATE - 88338 Installation

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Buy a qualifying Air Lift air spring kit from TruckSpring.com, have it installed by our professional technicians and receive up to $150.00 back! Qualifying air spring kits: RideControl, LoadLifter 5000, LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate, LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Plus and LoadLifter 7500 XL. This offer excludes Air Lift 1000 and AirCell. Act now, offer expires 9/30/25! View full rebate details and what it takes to qualify below.

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A New Air Spring Kit Exclusively From Air Lift.

The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Series air spring kit provides the safest, most durable, and maintenance-free suspension option available for towing or loaded vehicles. The internal jounce bumper helps the vehicle absorb shock and prevents vehicle from ever bottoming out. The LoadLifter Ultimate series is available for all of the same makes and models as ther current LoadLifter 5000 line and has all the benefits. With an exclusive internal jounce bumper inside, get ready to experience the ultimate ride comfort and safety.

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features & benefits

Air Lift Air Spring Kits include everything you need to install and inflate them manually like you would a car tire. They include 2 air springs, brackets, airline and all mounting hardware.

  • Maintenance free air springs. The jounce bumper allows drivers to safely run with ZERO air pressure
  • Replaces the factory jounce bumper that is sometimes removed when adding air springs
  • Eliminates harsh jarring even on rough roads
  • Up to 5,000 pounds of load leveling capacity

Vehicle Application Guide for Air Lift 88338

The AIL88338 Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate | Rear Axle 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.

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YearMakeModelVehicle OptionInstallation Notes
2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2011 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2012 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2012 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2013 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2013 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2014 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2014 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2015 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2017 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2017 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2018 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2018 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 4 Wheel Drive; Fits 2 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveWill fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.
2019 GMC Sierra 3500 HDFits 2 Wheel Drive; Fits 4 Wheel DriveFits Single and Dual rear wheel models. Will fit most side-mount fifth hitch applications. Will not fit commercial cab and chassis models.

Customer Q&A - Air Lift 88338

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Question:
Will this kit work on 2017 GMC Denali 2500 HD with the factory fifth wheel package and is it a No Drill Kit?

Answer:
This kit does fit the 2017 GMC 2500HD Denali and it is designed to work with the factory 5th wheel package. This is a no-drill kit so the installation will only involve bolting the kit on to the truck and running air lines.

Question:
Does the Loadlifter kit offer an option for automatic load leveling?

Answer:
Air Lift has a few compressor options that will maintain air pressure. Air Lift air compressor kit 72000 has the ability to program two memory buttons with air pressure settings, that will maintain a set PSI. If you are looking for automatic load leveling, Air Lift Smartair compressor system part 25415 will automatically adjust to changes in load and road conditions and inflate / deflate your air springs to maintain a specific height of your truck.

Question:
2015 GMC 2500hd (srw, diesel. Does the kit require drilling into the frame of the truck? Average amount of time for a competent person to install this kit and the amount of time required.....AVERAGES

Answer:
Air Lift kit 88338 only requires drilling if you have fifth wheel hitch brackets along side your frame rail. The kit includes U-bolts for mounting the top brackets. If you have 5th wheel hitch brackets along the side of the frame, these U-bolts may not be used and you will have to drill 2 holes as noted in the instructions. The kit takes on average 2-3 hours to install for someone with general automotive experience. Air Lift has great detailed installation instructions with pictures that are available on our site.

Question:
Where can I buy the mounting brackets for the 5000 lb bags

Answer:
Air Lift does not sell just the mounting brackets for the 5000 lbs air bag kits. They have a lifetime warranty and if you have a problem with one, Air Lift will replace it. They did sell kits without air bags in the past, but have moved away from doing that.

Question:
Does is fit under the frame and on top of the axle ?

Answer:
Air Lift Air Spring kit 88338 mounts where your existing jounce bump stops are located. The air spring kit mounts under the frame and sits on the axle.

Question:
Will this kit fit on my 2013 chevrolet 3500 crewcab diesel 4 wheel drive single rear wheels without having to drill holes?

Answer:
Yes, Air Lift kit 88338 will fit a 2013 Silverado 3500 CrewCab Diesel 4 wheel drive with single or dual rear wheels. The kit is a no drill kit so you will not have to drill.

Air Lift

The Air Lift Company has been developing air spring suspension products for over 50 years. The original product, a rubber air spring inserted into a car's factory coil spring, was developed and patented in 1950.

The versatility of Air Lift air springs were proven during the early years of stock car racing. Air Lifts were used by most of the stock car racing teams for twenty years or so until the racing suspensions evolved to more sophisticated systems. The Air Lift Company sponsored cars were tough competitors on the NASCAR Grand National Circuit. The Air Lift Company has the longest history of product development dedicated solely to the development of light vehicle air suspension products.

First, in the 1950s, Air Lift pioneered the use of air spring inserts in coil spring suspensions. Then, in the 1960s, Air Lift introduced the use of sleeve-type air springs on pickup truck suspensions. During the 1980s Air Lift started using air helper springs on motor homes and ambulances. Street rods and lowered vehicles were the target in the 1990s. Today's products are an evolution of Air Lift's breakthrough development programs applying the use of air springs in light truck and motor home suspensions. Air Lift has won more SEMA awards for air spring development products than any other company.

Air Lift Warranty

Air Lift Performance Products - 1 year limited warranty on all bolt on Air Lift Performance applications, Compressors and Air Management systems. No warranty is offered on Fabricator Kits for the Universal Air Struts.


airlift guarantee

Load Support products - 60-day satisfaction guarantee on all load support air springs and on-board compressor systems. Air Lift guarantees you’ll be happy with the improvement in ride comfort, load handling and air spring control or your money back.

airlift warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty - Air Lift 1000, Load Lifter 5000, Load Lifter 5000 Ultimate, Load Lifter 7500XL and Air Cell products are covered with a limited lifetime warranty. This warranty guarantees that air spring systems will be free from defects in workmanship or materials for the lifetime of the vehicle of original installation with no mileage restrictions. This does not include installation or other service charges for replacement.

airlift 2 year warranty

Two Year Compressor Warranty - Air Lift Wireless AIR, Wireless ONE, Smart Air, Quickshot, and all Load Controller compressor systems are covered with a 2 year warranty. Air Lift guarantees that these compressor systems will be free from defects in workmanship or materials for two years on the vehicle of original installation. This does not include installation or other service charges for replacement.


limited warranty and return policy.

What the warranty does not cover

Products that have been improperly installed, or which have not been maintained in accordance with installation instructions. Damage or failure caused by: accident, abuse, misuse (including but not limited to racing or off-road activities or commercial use), abnormal use, faulty installation, liquid contact, fire, earthquake or other external cause. Defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to the normal aging of the product.Consumable parts, such as batteries; cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches or dents or if any serial or identification number has been removed or defaced from the product. You can view the compelte details of Air Lifts warranty here.

How to get service

If a defect in workmanship or materials causes your Air Lift product to become inoperable within the warranty period, before returning any defective product, call Air Lift Company at (800) 248-0892 in the U.S. and Canada (elsewhere, (517) 322-2144 to obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number. The consumer shall be responsible for removing (labor charges) the defective product from the vehicle and returning it, shipping costs prepaid, to Air Lift Company for verification.

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