Rite-Ride 2071 - Manual

2071
21-8258 08-12
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations — your new Air Helper Springs are quality
products capable of improving the handling and comfort
of your vehicle. As with all products, proper installation is
the key to obtaining all of the benefits your kit is capable of
delivering. Please take a few minutes to read through
the instructions to identify the components and learn
where and how they are used. It is a good idea to start
by comparing the parts in your kit with the parts list below.
The heart of the air helper spring kit is, of course, the
air springs. Remember that the air helper springs must
flex and expand during operation, so be sure that there
is enough clearance to do so without rubbing against any
other part of the vehicle.
Be sure to take all applicable safety precautions
during the installation of the kit. The instructions listed
in this brochure and the illustrations all show the left,
or driver’s side of the vehicle. To install the right side
assembly simply follow the same procedures.
Your kit includes separate inflation valves and air
lines for each air helper spring. This will allow you to
level your vehicle from side to side as well as from front
to back. If you would rather have a single valve inflation
system, your dealer can supply the required “T” fitting.
IMPORTANT!
For your safety and to prevent possible damage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum load recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer (GVWR). Although your Air
Helper Springs are rated at a maximum inflation pressure
of 100 psi, this pressure may allow you to carry too great
a load on some vehicles. It is best to have your vehicle
weighed once it is completely loaded and compare that
weight to the maximum allowed. Check your vehicle
owner’s manual or data plate on driver's side door for
maximum loads listed for your vehicle.
When inflating your Air Helper Springs, add air pres-
sure in small quantities, checking pressure frequently
during inflation. The air spring requires much less air
volume than a tire and, therefore, inflates much quicker.
TOOLS REQUIRED
(2) 9/16" END WRENCHES ELECTRIC DRILL
(2) 1/2" END WRENCHES 5/16" DRILL BIT
UTILITY KNIFE 3/8" DRILL BIT
267C AIR SPRING 6781 2
UPPER BRACKETS 5376 2
LOWER BRACKETS 5092 2
BRACKET STRAP/SHIM 1/2" 5086 4
BRACKET STRAP/SHIM 1" 5093 4
BRAKE LINE BRACKET 5427 1
AIR LINE TUBING 1
3/8"-16 FLANGE LOCK NUT 21
3/8"-16 X 1" HEX BOLT 1
3/8"-16 X 3/4" FLANGE HEX BOLT 2
3/8"-16 X 7" CARRIAGE BOLTS 8
3/8" FLAT WASHER 12
3/8"-16 X 1 1/2 HEX BOLTS 8
5/16" FLAT WASHER 4
PUSH TO CONNECT INFLATION VALVE 2
PUSH TO CONNECT ELBOW FITTING 2
THERMAL SLEEVE 2
NYLON TIE 6
PARTS LIST
WARNING:
Do not inflate this assembly when it is
unrestricted. The assembly must be restricted
by the suspension or other adequate structure.
Do not inflate beyond 100 psi Improper use or
over inflation may cause property damage or
severe personal injury.
This kit will not fit the 1997-current Ford F-150
& 250 light duty pickups under 8500 GVWR.
Installation of this kit requires a minimum
of 7-1/2" of clearance between the tire side
wall and the frame.