Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate + LoadController Tow Kit | 2003-2018 Ram 2500/3500 4WD | 5,000 lb
Good to know before you buy
Fits
- 2003-2018 Ram 2500/3500 4WD, stock rear suspension
Does not fit: 2WD models; Factory rear air suspension (2014 and newer option); 2019 and newer trucks
Why this kit
Air Lift sells the springs and the compressor as separate part numbers, so most buyers end up ordering twice or installing bags with a Schrader valve and a gas station hose. This kit puts the two halves together at the value price point: the LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate rear air springs for the 2003-2018 Ram 2500/3500 4WD, rated to level up to 5,000 lb of pin weight or payload, and the LoadController single-path compressor with a dash-mounted analog gauge and switch. Both springs inflate together from the cab, which is all a centered trailer or camper load needs. The Ultimate springs carry an internal jounce bumper so they can run at zero pressure when the truck is empty without damage.
At a glance
| Kit contents | Rear air spring kit + single-path onboard compressor system |
|---|---|
| Air springs | Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate 88295, 5,000 lb leveling capacity, 5 to 100 psi |
| Compressor | Air Lift LoadController Single Path Heavy Duty Compressor System 25854 |
| Position | Rear |
| Drivetrain | 4WD |
| Warranty | Air springs: limited lifetime. Compressor system: 2 years (Air Lift) |
What is in the box
- 1 x Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate kit 88295: two air springs with internal jounce bumpers, brackets, air line, fittings, hardware
- 1 x Air Lift LoadController Single Path Heavy Duty Compressor System 25854: compressor, dash-mounted analog gauge and switch, wiring harness, air line and fittings
- Instructions for both
Each part ships in its own Air Lift box. Kit price equals the sum of the two parts.
Questions
Single path or dual path?
Single path inflates both springs together to the same pressure, which is right for a centered load like a gooseneck or fifth wheel. If your load sits off to one side, the WirelessAir V2 version of this kit runs each side independently.
Does this raise my towing capacity?
No. Air springs level the truck and restore ride height and headlight aim under load. Your GVWR and tow ratings do not change.
Can I run the bags empty?
Yes. The Ultimate series has an internal jounce bumper that protects the spring at zero pressure.
Where does the gauge go?
The gauge and switch mount in the cab (dash, console or a gauge pod). The compressor mounts under the truck or in the bed and wires to a fused 12V source.
How long does installation take?
The springs are a 1 to 2 hour bolt-in on the Ram HD leaf pack. The compressor is another 1 to 2 hours for mounting, wiring to a fused 12V source and routing air line.
What is the warranty?
Air Lift covers the air springs with a limited lifetime warranty and the compressor system for 2 years. Warranties are processed through the original place of purchase, so keep your Hannah Suspension order confirmation.
About Air Lift
Air Lift Company has built air helper springs in Lansing, Michigan since 1949 and is the original equipment supplier behind many factory load-leveling systems. The LoadLifter 5000 line is the most widely installed heavy-duty air helper spring in North America. Hannah Suspension ships genuine Air Lift parts with full factory warranty.