Air Bags and Ride Quality

The 2019 I purchased had air bags installed by the PO on the rear axle. They are aired down to 3lbs. There is a STIFF bounce from the rear axle when going over bridges or speed bumps. Really obnoxiously stiff.

Are the airbags the likely cause of this? I did add a TRD sway bar to the rear but the rough bounce was there before this addition. The truck has a leveling kit but no other suspension modifications.


Thanks in advance.

 

When I put my airbags in, it gave a stiffer/harsher feeling when going over bumps or hitting dips. I just live with it. When I hook up the camper, it rides great. I heard some people putting weight in the back to soften the ride.

 

Thanks for the reply.

I don't tow often. Would removing the bags require replacing the rubber factory bump stops?

 

It would be a good idea. But, I think I would replace it with with a better aftermarket bump stop. There’s a lot to choose from depending on how much you want to spend.

 

Thank you

 

I noticed no difference.

I run load range E tires because I tow quite a bit. Those tires are already a rougher ride.

Adding bags changed nothing except getting rid of the squat.

 

I tried a couple different sets of airbags, one set had internal bump stops. When I was loaded and pulling a trailer they helped, otherwise they were a harsh ride, even with 0 air and schrader valves removed. I took the bags off, got aftermarket bump stops. I didn’t run loaded enough to justify the harsh ride.
I’m giving both sets of airbags away to anyone willing to pick ‘em up.

 

Wish I was closer. I need a set for my 21.

 

that’s pretty much my experience with airbags on my last truck. Primary reason I won’t put them on this truck. I went with the RAS setup. Ride is still great but takes some of the load.