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With up to 5,000 lbs. of load-leveling capacity, Air Lift’s LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate kit makes towing and hauling with your 2023-2024 Ford F-350 DRW 4WD a dream. With an internal jounce bumper, get the ultimate in ride comfort and safety.
With up to 5,000 lbs. of load-leveling capacity, the LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate kit from Air Lift will make towing and hauling with your 2023-2024 Ford F-350 DRW 4WD a comfortable and stress-free experience. For the ultimate ride comfort and protection, our fully adjustable, industry-leading air springs are the perfect partner for your vehicle, eliminating issues you may face. The LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate kit helps eliminate problems frequently faced when towing and hauling, like squat, poor headlight aim, trailer sway, body roll, and bottoming out. With the added stability of air springs, haul safely, knowing you have optimal braking and steering control. With the ability to adjust the air pressure from 5-100 PSI, your vehicle can be ready for any weight and any situation. The built-in internal jounce bumper sets the Ultimate apart from other air spring kits. An Air Lift exclusive, the jounce bumper inside the air spring prevents bottoming out, eliminating squat and trailer sway, even on rough roads. This replaces the factory jounce bumper and is completely maintenance-free, running safely with zero air pressure. This added feature makes the kit the ultimate in ride comfort and protection. As experts in air suspension products for 75 years, Air Lift is committed to delivering quality load support parts that last. Key suspension components have all been torture-tested to ensure the highest quality, longevity, and customer satisfaction. With a lifetime warranty and 60-day ride satisfaction guarantee, purchase this kit with peace of mind. Installing the kit requires slight modification to the existing vehicle, with moderate cutting required to install. The Ultimate kit has easy-to-follow instructions and an underframe design that works with most in-bed hitches. Whether towing or hauling, Air Lift’s LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate kit offers added safety and comfort using your F-350.
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.
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3 compatible vehicles
| Year | Make & Model | Style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 - 2026 | Ford F-350 Super Duty | Crew Cab Pickup | DRW |
| 2023 - 2026 | Ford F-350 Super Duty | Extended Cab Pickup | DRW |
| 2023 - 2026 | Ford F-350 Super Duty | Standard Cab Pickup | DRW |
The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate load support kit for the 2023-2024 Ford F-350 DRW 4WD 88380 (Part #BBCG88380) fits 2023-2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty models. The 2025 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate load support kit for the 2023-2024 Ford F-350 DRW 4WD 88380 (Part #BBCG88380) fits the following vehicles: 2023-2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate load support kit for the 2023-2024 Ford F-350 DRW 4WD 88380 (Part #BBCG88380) is designed to fit the 2023-2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty.
The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate load support kit for the 2023-2024 Ford F-350 DRW 4WD 88380 (Part #BBCG88380) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The LoadLifter 5000 series and Air Lift ProSeries kits provide up to 5,000 pounds (2,268 kg) of load-leveling support. The air springs are adjustable from 5 to 100 PSI (0.34 to 7 BAR), though the actual air pressure needed depends on your load and gross vehicle weight rating.
Yes, all three kits (57380, 88380, and 93380) are designed for Ford F350 Dual Rear Wheel trucks. However, the kits differ in air spring type and hardware material. Kit 57380 (LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate) includes air springs with jounce bumpers and black powder-coated roll plates. Kit 88380 (standard LoadLifter 5000) includes standard air springs and zinc-plated roll plates. Kit 93380 (Air Lift ProSeries) includes standard air springs, aluminum end caps, and stainless steel hardware.
Yes. When assembling the lower bracket main plate, vehicles with sway bars must use the holes farthest away from the flanges for the left (driver's) side and the holes closest to the flanges for the right (passenger's) side. Vehicles without sway bars use the square holes farthest away from the flange for both sides. Additionally, for sway bar-equipped vehicles, you may need to cut the front carriage bolt just below the nut to prevent contact with the sway bar.
Yes. For 2023 and newer models with electronic rear brakes, you must remove the left-side wire harness from the axle bracket and secure it to the right-side wire harness before installing the air spring assemblies. For 2022 and earlier models, skip this step and proceed directly to step 4 of the Installing the Air Spring Assemblies section.
Required tools include: standard and metric open-end or box wrenches, ratchet, standard and metric sockets, 5/16" drill bit (very sharp), 9/16" crow's foot adapter, 9/16" ratchet combo wrench, heavy-duty drill, torque wrench, standard and metric hex-key wrenches, flat-tip screwdriver, hose cutter/razor blade/sharp knife, hoist or floor jacks, two safety stands, safety glasses, air compressor or compressed air source, and a spray bottle with dish soap/water solution.
Kit 57380 includes: 4 black powder-coated roll plates (part 11967), 2 air springs with jounce bumpers (part 58496), 4 3/8" flat washers (part 18444), 4 3/8"-24 x 3/4" flat-head socket-cap screws (part 17215), 4 3/8"-24 x 7/8" hex-cap screws (part 17203), and 4 3/8" lock washers (part 18427). Additional common hardware is shared with other kits, including brackets, U-bolts, carriage bolts, fittings, air lines, heat shield, clamps, and valve components.
Kit 88380 includes: 4 silver zinc-plated roll plates (part 11951), 2 standard air springs (part 58437), 4 3/8" flat washers (part 18444), 4 3/8"-24 x 3/4" flat-head socket-cap screws (part 17215), 4 3/8"-24 x 7/8" hex-cap screws (part 17203), and 4 3/8" lock washers (part 18427). Additional common hardware is shared with other kits, including brackets, U-bolts, carriage bolts, fittings, air lines, heat shield, clamps, and valve components.
Kit 93380 includes: 4 silver zinc-plated roll plates (part 11951), 2 standard air springs (part 58937), 4 3/8" stainless steel flat washers (part 18507), 4 3/8"-24 x 3/4" stainless flat-head socket-cap screws (part 17363), 4 3/8"-24 x 7/8" stainless steel hex-cap screws (part 17284), 4 3/8" stainless steel lock washers (part 18504), and 1 tee fitting (part 21838). Additional common hardware is shared with other kits, including brackets, U-bolts, carriage bolts, fittings, air lines, heat shield, clamps, and valve components.
1. Raise the vehicle and support it using safety stands or equivalent so the axle can be safely lowered away from the frame. This is necessary to position the air spring assembly between the axle and frame. 2. Unbolt and remove the jounce bumper assembly from under the frame on both sides. 3. Remove the clip-in studs by prying on the hinged end with a screwdriver and pulling all four studs (two from each side) out from the frame. 4. Install universal nuts into the frame rail, aligning the holes in the frame with the threads in the nuts so a bolt can be installed.
The slot on the side of the upper bracket should be inboard (away from the leaf spring and tire), and the elongated hole should be toward the front of the truck. Install the upper bracket onto the frame using M10-1.5 x 35 mm button-head cap screws (part J) and torque to 38 lb.-ft. (52 Nm).
Set a roll plate (F) on top of the air spring (G) with the radiused (rounded) edge of the roll plate toward the air spring so it seats inside the roll plate. Install the 90-degree swivel fitting (R) into the port on top of the air spring finger-tight plus 1½ turns.
Set the upper air spring bracket (E) onto the top of the air spring using one set of holes with the 3/8"-24 x 7/8" hex-cap screw (T), 3/8" lock washer (U), and 3/8" flat washer (N). Install the remaining air spring bracket onto the remaining air spring using the opposite holes from those previously used. This creates left-hand and right-hand units. Torque the hardware to no more than 20 lb.-ft. (27 Nm).
The flange on the lower bracket must be on the opposite side of the fitting that is located on the top of the air spring. This ensures proper clearance and alignment during installation.
No. When installing the lower bracket cup (C) onto the lower bracket main plate using the 5/16"-18 x 3/4" carriage bolt (L) and 5/16"-18 serrated flange lock nut (M), snug the bolt down but leave it loose enough for the bracket to move freely in the slot.
Before proceeding with installation, ensure the 90-degree fittings each point inboard toward the center of the vehicle. This orientation is critical for proper air line routing and clearance.
On the driver's (left) side, the long carriage bolt in the lower bracket main plate should be located between the hard brake line and axle. On the passenger's (right) side, the carriage bolt should be located on the backside of the brake line. If the hard brake line is resting on the lower bracket carriage bolts on either side, push or pull the brake line out of the way.
Yes. You must drill a 5/16" (8 mm) hole in your chosen location for each Schrader valve. Recommended locations are inside the fuel tank filler door, inside rear wheel wells, or in the license plate or rear bumper area.
Make clean, square cuts with a razor blade or hose cutter when cutting the air line (AA). Do not use scissors or wire cutters, as these will damage the air line.
Yes, if necessary. On vehicles that have a sway bar, cut the front carriage bolt just below the nut so it does not contact the sway bar. This prevents interference and ensures proper clearance.
Torque the upper frame bracket hardware (M10-1.5 x 35 mm button-head cap screws) to 38 lb.-ft. (52 Nm).
Torque the upper air spring bracket hardware (3/8"-24 x 7/8" hex-cap screw with lock washer and flat washer) to no more than 20 lb.-ft. (27 Nm).
Torque the lower bracket main plate hardware (3/8"-24 x 3/4" flat-head socket-cap screws) to no more than 20 lb.-ft. (27 Nm).
Evenly torque the lower clamp bar hardware (3/8" flat washers and 3/8" nylon lock nuts) to 16 lb.-ft. (22 Nm).
Torque the U-bolt hardware (3/8" flat washer and 3/8" nylon lock nut) to 10 lb.-ft. (14 Nm).
Torque the upper frame bracket carriage bolts (3/8" serrated flange lock nuts) to 31 lb.-ft. (42 Nm).
Remove the left-side wire harness from the axle bracket and secure it to the right-side wire harness before installing the air spring assemblies. This step is required only for 2023 and newer models with electronic rear brakes.
The maximum air pressure is 100 PSI (7 BAR). Never inflate beyond this pressure. Although the air springs are rated at this maximum, the actual air pressure needed depends on your load and gross vehicle weight rating.
The minimum recommended air pressure is 5 PSI (0.34 BAR).
Keep at least 6 inches (152 mm) of clearance between all air lines and the exhaust system. Avoid sharp bends and edges. If a heat shield was included in the kit, install it. If there is no heat shield but one is required, contact Air Lift customer service at (800) 248-0892.
The minimum bend radius for the air line is 1 inch (25 mm). Avoid sharp bends and edges, and do not pinch or kink the air line.
Leave at least 2 inches (51 mm) of slack in the air line to allow for any movement that might pull on the air line.
Inflate the air springs to 40-60 PSI (2.8-4.1 BAR) and ensure there is at least 1/2 inch (13 mm) clearance from anything that might rub against each sleeve. Be sure to check the tire, brakes, frame, shock absorbers, and brake cables.
Maintain 1/2 inch (13 mm) of dead air space between the heat shield and exhaust. Attach the metal heat shield to the exhaust pipe or exhaust resonator using hose clamps, and slide the air line thermal sleeve over the air line where it is closest to the exhaust.
No. For safety and to prevent possible damage to the vehicle, do not exceed the maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or payload rating as indicated by the vehicle manufacturer. The air springs provide load-leveling support but do not increase the vehicle's weight capacity.
1. Clearance test: Inflate to 40-60 PSI and verify at least 1/2" clearance from tire, brakes, frame, shock absorbers, and brake cables. 2. Leak test: Inflate to 40-60 PSI and check all connections for leaks before road testing. 3. Heat test: Verify at least 6" clearance from heat sources and install heat shield if included. 4. Fastener test: After 500 miles, recheck all bolts for proper torque. 5. Road test: Drive 10 miles and recheck for clearance, loose fasteners, and air leaks.
Check air pressure weekly to maintain proper system performance and safety.
Use a soapy water solution to check all air line connections and the inflation valve core before deflating and removing the air spring. This will help you identify the source of the leak.
After 500 miles (800 km), recheck all bolts for proper torque. This ensures that all fasteners remain secure after initial use.
Yes. Kits 57380, 88380, and 93380 are designed for Ford F350 Dual Rear Wheel trucks. The kits differ in air spring type and hardware material.
You will need wrenches, sockets, a torque wrench, a heavy-duty drill with 5/16" bit, hex-key wrenches, a screwdriver, a hose cutter or razor blade, safety stands, a hoist or floor jacks, safety glasses, and an air compressor.
Yes. You must unbolt and remove the jounce bumper assembly from under the frame on both sides before installing the air springs.
Keep at least 6 inches (152 mm) of clearance between all air lines and the exhaust system. Install the heat shield if included in the kit.
Push or pull the brake line out of the way to prevent contact with the lower bracket carriage bolt. This prevents damage to the brake line and ensures proper brake system function.
The nut holding the lower bracket main plate and lower bracket cup together may be difficult to tighten. It may be necessary to flip the wrench over a couple of times and/or move from the front/back side of the axle to get this tightened.
Use a soapy water solution to check all air line connections and the inflation valve core to identify the source of the leak. Once identified, deflate and remove the air spring to repair or replace the leaking component. All leaks must be eliminated before the vehicle is road-tested.
Cut the front carriage bolt just below the nut so it does not contact the sway bar. This is a necessary modification for sway bar-equipped vehicles if clearance is insufficient.
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