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Air Lift 1000HD
Coil spring insert kit
The new Air Lift 1000 HD from Air Lift is a heavy-duty version of the air suspension specialists debut product, the Air Lift 1000 system. After nearly 70 years, the staple product has been upgraded to offer up to 2,100 lbs. of load-leveling capabilities. Specifically designed for drivers of RAM 1500 pickups, these custom-molded polyurethane air springs are simply inserted in the rear coil springs, no vehicle modifications required. Working with the vehicles existing suspension, Air Lift 1000 HD does away with many of the problems frequently faced when towing or hauling heavy loads, including squat, poor headlight aim, unresponsive steering, trailer sway, body roll, and bottoming out. By properly leveling the load, squat is eliminated, braking is improved, and the vehicle is returned to a level and stable state, allowing users to tow and haul with safety and comfort (Note: Do not exceed vehicles gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)). Installing the kit is a simple process, requiring only common hand tools and no frame drilling. The Air Lift 1000 HD kit comes with a clear, easy-to-follow installation manual for you to use as you add air bags to the existing suspension. As experts in air suspension products for more than 70 years, Air Lift is committed to delivering quality load support parts that last. The key suspension components have all been torture-tested to ensure the highest quality, longevity, and customer satisfaction. With a limited-lifetime warranty, you can purchase this kit with peace of mind. Take your existing air suspension solution to the next level of safety and comfort with the Air Lift 1000 HD today!

Air Lift Company has developed dependable air spring suspension products since our inception in 1949. Our original product, a rubber air spring inserted into a car’s factory coil spring, was created and patented in 1950. We’ve come a long way since 1949 and are proud to be a dedicated suspension specialist company.
Today, Air Lift load support products are sold worldwide and are engineered to fit over 540 vehicles. Our extensive product line offers air helper springs for trucks, RVs, SUVs, CUVs, and vans, as well as the most technologically advanced on-board air compressor systems for on-the-go air spring control.
Air Lift leads the industry in no-drill applications – kits that bolt onto your vehicle’s frame, speeding the installation process. Our teams work constantly to bring innovative products to you and upgrade existing products with the latest technology.
All of our efforts are spent ensuring your safety and comfort by designing, engineering, and manufacturing the highest quality suspension products. We are a family-owned business based in Lansing, Michigan, and make your family and cargo’s safety our top priority.
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The Air Lift AIR LIFT 1000 60828HD (Part #BBCG60828HD) fits 2019-2026 Ram 1500 models. The 2026 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the Air Lift AIR LIFT 1000 60828HD (Part #BBCG60828HD) is designed to fit the 2019-2026 Ram 1500.
The Air Lift AIR LIFT 1000 60828HD (Part #BBCG60828HD) fits the following vehicles: 2019-2026 Ram 1500. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The Air Lift AIR LIFT 1000 60828HD (Part #BBCG60828HD) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The Air Lift 1000 HD is an air spring suspension kit designed to provide load support for RAM 1500 trucks. It replaces the factory coil springs with air springs that can be inflated to adjust ride height and support additional weight. The kit includes two air springs, air lines, a Schrader valve for inflation, and all necessary hardware for installation.
Yes, Kit 60828HD is designed specifically for the RAM 1500. However, you should verify your vehicle matches the specifications in this manual. If you have questions about your specific model year or configuration, contact Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892 or visit www.airliftcompany.com.
The kit includes: 2 air springs (part 48178), 2 air spring protectors (09128), 15 feet of air line (20937), 6 zip ties (10466), 2 valve caps (21230), 4 hex nuts 5/16" (21233), 2 rubber washers (21234), 2 star washers (18411), 2 M8 flat washers (18501), 1 tee fitting (21236), 2 Schrader valves (21455), 6 air line clamps (10638), and 2 straight pump connectors (21236).
Required tools include: standard and metric open-end and box wrenches, adjustable wrench, ratchet, pliers, standard and metric sockets (regular and deep-well), a sharp 5/16" drill bit, heavy-duty drill, hose cutter or sharp knife, hoist or jack, 2 safety stands, safety glasses, air compressor or compressed air source, and a spray bottle with dish soap and water solution. A china marker or white crayon is also needed to mark spring locations.
The manual does not specify whether the battery must be disconnected. Contact Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892 for guidance on this step.
The first step is to mark the upper and lower springs and spring seats with a china marker, tire marker, or white crayon to note their location. This ensures the springs are reinstalled in the correct orientation. Mark both the driver's (left) and passenger's (right) sides.
Yes. You must remove the lower shock bolts, lift the vehicle and support it with safety stands, drop the axle low enough to remove the coil springs, and remove one spring at a time. The air springs are then inserted into the top of the stock coil spring cavity. After removing each coil spring, discard the lower rubber isolator (the middle one), but leave the top rubber isolator in place.
Lift the vehicle and support the frame with safety stands, leaving enough room to drop the axle down low enough to remove the coil springs. Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always use safety stands. Wear safety glasses during installation.
Cut the air line into two equal lengths and install a straight pump connector and air line clamp on one end of each line. Remove the valve cap from the air spring and screw the pump connector on finger tight. Slide an air spring protector over the hose and onto the top of the air spring. Insert the air spring assembly into the top of the stock coil spring and push to the bottom. Set the rubber upper spring seat on top, ensuring the coil spring end is positioned correctly and the small tabs on the rubber mount go into the holes in the upper spring seat. Insert the hose through the hole in the upper spring seat mount and reinstall the assembly, aligning the marks you made earlier on both the upper and lower portions of the coil spring with the marks on the spring seats.
Torque the lower shock bolts to 100 lb.-ft. (135 Nm) after both air springs are in position and the axle is raised fully.
Use zip ties to route the air lines above the frame and toward the area behind the rear license plate. Above the coil springs, leave enough slack in the air lines for suspension articulation to prevent strain during axle motion. The manual recommends a single-path installation (using a tee fitting) for vehicles with even weight distribution, or a dual-path installation (separate lines for each air spring) if weight varies from side to side and unequal pressures are needed.
Single-path installation uses a tee fitting to combine air lines from both air springs into one line to the Schrader valve. This is recommended for vehicles with even weight distribution. Dual-path installation eliminates the tee fitting and routes separate air lines from each air spring to the Schrader valve. Use dual-path if weight in the vehicle varies from side to side and unequal pressures are needed to level the load.
For all air line connections: (1) Slide the air line clamp onto the air line, (2) Push the air line and clamp over the barbed stem so the air line covers all the barbs, (3) Compress the ears on the air line clamp with pliers and slide it forward to fully cover the barbs. This procedure applies to connections at the tee fitting, Schrader valve, and air springs.
Yes. You must drill a 5/16" (8mm) hole to mount the Schrader valve. Select a protected location that is accessible with an air hose, such as inside the fuel tank filler door, inside rear wheel wells, or the license plate or rear bumper area. The valve is mounted with a hex nut, star washer, rubber washer, and flat washer as shown in the manual.
A 5/16" (8mm) drill bit is required. The manual specifies that the bit should be very sharp. A heavy-duty drill is recommended.
Yes. The kit includes 15 feet of air line. You must cut it into two equal lengths (7.5 feet each) for the left and right air springs. Additional cuts are made to reach from the air springs to the tee fitting and from the tee fitting to the Schrader valve, depending on your vehicle's layout and whether you use single-path or dual-path installation.
The maximum inflation pressure is 50 PSI (3.5 BAR). However, the manual emphasizes that the actual air pressure needed depends on load and gross vehicle weight rating. Never exceed 50 PSI, and always maintain normal ride height. Do not exceed the vehicle's maximum GVWR or payload rating.
The minimum recommended pressure is 5 PSI (0.34 BAR).
Maintain at least 6 inches (152 mm) clearance from the exhaust system to the air line to prevent the air line from melting. The same 6-inch minimum clearance applies to other heat sources.
There must be at least 1/2 inch (13 mm) clearance from anything that might rub against each air spring. This should be verified during the clearance test before operating the vehicle.
Perform four checks before road testing: (1) Clearance test—inflate to 25-35 PSI and verify at least 1/2" clearance from anything that might rub; (2) Leak test—inflate to 25-35 PSI and use soapy water solution to check all connections for leaks (all leaks must be eliminated before road testing); (3) Heat test—verify at least 6" clearance from heat sources for air springs and air lines; (4) Road test—drive 10 miles and recheck for clearance, loose fasteners, and air leaks. Inflate the air springs so the vehicle is level before the road test.
Inflate the air springs to 25-35 PSI (1.7-2.4 BAR) and use a spray bottle with a soapy water solution to check all air line connections and the Schrader valve for leaks. All leaks must be eliminated before the vehicle is road tested. If a leak is found during maintenance, check all air line connections and the inflation valve core before deflating and removing the air spring.
Check air pressure weekly. Always maintain normal ride height and never inflate beyond 50 PSI (3.5 BAR). If the system develops an air leak, use a soapy water solution to check all air line connections and the inflation valve core before deflating and removing the air spring. Consult the included User Guide for more detailed maintenance and use tips.
Check air pressure weekly to ensure proper system operation and ride height.
Air Lift Company provides a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser of the Air Lift 1000 HD, covering defects in workmanship and materials when used on cars and trucks as specified by Air Lift Company and under normal operating conditions. The full Limited Warranty and Return Policy is available at www.airliftcompany.com/warranty. For additional warranty information, contact Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892.
Call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892 for a replacement part.
Yes, Kit 60828HD is designed for the RAM 1500. Verify your vehicle matches the manual specifications or contact Air Lift at (800) 248-0892.
Maximum pressure is 50 PSI (3.5 BAR). Actual pressure needed depends on load and vehicle GVWR. Never exceed 50 PSI.
Maintain at least 6 inches (152 mm) clearance from the exhaust system to prevent the air line from melting.
Perform a clearance test (1/2" minimum), leak test using soapy water, heat test (6" minimum from heat sources), and a 10-mile road test to verify clearance, loose fasteners, and leaks.
Check air pressure weekly. Never inflate beyond 50 PSI (3.5 BAR) and always maintain normal ride height.
Use a spray bottle with a soapy water solution to check all air line connections and the inflation valve core. Bubbles will form at the location of any leak. All leaks must be eliminated before the vehicle is road tested. If a leak is found during maintenance, check all air line connections and the inflation valve core before deflating and removing the air spring.
During the clearance test, inflate the air springs to 25-35 PSI and verify at least 1/2 inch (13 mm) clearance from anything that might rub. If clearance is insufficient, the installation may need adjustment or repositioning of components. Contact Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892 for guidance.
Maintain at least 6 inches (152 mm) clearance from the exhaust system to prevent the air line from melting. If clearance is insufficient, reroute the air line using zip ties to position it away from the exhaust. If a heat shield was included in the kit, install it. If one is required but not included, call Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892.
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