Expert Answers about Chevrolet Silverado 5500

• What Rear Air Bags and Compressor do You Recommend for My 2022 Chevy Silverado 5500?
• I have a great option for you. However, I confirmed with Air Lift that they do not have a rear axle air bag system that is confirmed to fit your 2022 Chevy Silverado 5500. Although, with that being said, Firestone has a Ride-Rite kit that works. That is the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle # F56ZR. This Red Label kit provides a huge 7,500 pounds of load-leveling capacity. It also allows for you to inflate the air bags from 5-150 psi for your desired...
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• Best Suspension Upgrade Option for Towing with a 2021 Chevy Silverado 5500
• In order to better help the truck support the weight of the trailer and improve ride quality i.e. getting rid of issues like bucking or shock absorption, it's hard to argue against air bags as they can be adjusted for each load to provide the best possible mix between comfort and support. I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs part # F56ZR which are the only air bag option for this vehicle. These are actually a custom fit so there's no drilling required...
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• Do Trailer Wheel and Tires Require Balancing
• Trailer wheel and tires like the Westlake ST225/75R15 Radial Tire w 15" Liger Aluminum Wheel # LH36FR that you referenced are not balanced. In general balancing trailer tires/wheels doesn't make a difference to make it worth doing. When people do try it though it's pretty common for the weights to fall off anyway.
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