Expert Answers about GMC Sierra 2500

• Recommended Above Bed Industry Standard Rails and Install Kit For 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 W/ 6-1/2' Bed
• The outboard 5th wheel mounting brackets are vehicle specific, so the brackets off of a Ford F-250 will not fit your 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 W/ 6-1/2' Bed, The outboard brackets are sold with the rails, so I recommend going with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - Carbide Finish # C16411-204 which is confirmed to fit your Sierra, and will provide the correct brackets, rails, and mounting hardware to use your Reese R20 5th wheel hitch. I included a video of the #...
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• 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Kit for 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD Long Bed
• For your 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD 8' bed without the OEM prep kit, I recommend using the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16411-204. The custom fit under bed brackets use factory holes so that you aren't drilling into the frame and their finish closely resembles the undercoating on your truck. Don't forget the In Bed Wiring Harness # 41157 to move a 2nd 7-way receptacle into your truck bed so that you are not stretching your wiring over your tailgate and bedsides. If you still...
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• Which Thule TracRac SR Base Rails Fit 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Short Bed
• You're looking for the Base Rails # TH21781 which fit the Thule TracRac SR # TH43002XT-781 for your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with the 6-3/4' Bed.
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• Is Demco Hydraulic Brake Kit # 40716-15 Sold As Pair or Individually
• The Demco Hydraulic Brake Kit # 40716-15 that you referenced is sold as a set. This gives you both assemblies you'd need for a single axle. So since you have a single axle trailer you need to just order a quantity of 1.
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• Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2021 GMC Sierra 2500
• For your 2021 GMC Sierra 2500 4WD I recommend the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs - 2 Piece - Rear Axle # SSR-203-40-2. These jounce-style springs have a 3,000 lb capacity and will keep your vehicle level while you're towing. They also help to absorb bumps and shocks while minimizing sway. Unlike airbags, they do not require any maintenance. These springs will also have a minimal impact when you aren't towing so you won't experience a stiff ride without your 5th wheel trailer. I...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 Short Bed With Puck System
• For your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 short bed with the prep package I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3775. This is a high quality 5th wheel hitch with a gross towing weight of 20,000 lbs and vertical load limit of 5,000 lbs. This will drop into the receivers from your puck system so no rails are required. The Companion features 1" thick dual jaws for a secure and quiet ride. It also comes with a non-binding cam-action latch handle which is simple to release....
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• Recommended Black Ladder Rack for a 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 w/ Standard Bed and No Cover
• For your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 w/ 6-3/4' bed I recommend the Buyers Products Over-The-Cab Truck Bed Ladder Rack # 3371501410. This rack is a black, over the cab style ladder rack like you are looking for. It features load stops and full-length side rails to help support and contain cargo. The ladder rack mounts to your truck bed rails with the included hardware. Simply position the upright bases at the desired position along your bed rails, and use the J-bolts, washers, and nuts to clamp...
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• Recommended Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs For A 2022 GMC Sierra 2500
• If you are looking to add the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers to your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500, you will want the # AL88341 system. This is rated up to 5,000 pounds at 100 psi, so it won't mess up your ride too much when deflated down to 5 psi, but will also give you a good amount of support when needed. This will have absolutely no problem fitting with the B&W hitch, which is highly recommended, and the only reason it wouldn't fit is if your...
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• Adarac Ladder Rack Fit Recommendation for 2015 GMC Sierra 2500
• Adarac does have similar ladder racks that fit your 2015 GMC Sierra 2500HD but the part number you referenced is not the correct part number, instead you'd want the part # A90210 for if you have a 6-1/2 foot bed or part # A90230 for if you have an 8 foot bed. These are both the exact same model of ladder rack that you mentioned but designed to fit your truck's bed.
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• What B&W Gooseball Hitch Is Compatible With My 2020 GMC Sierra 2500
• There is a solution for your vehicle, but please keep in mind the gooseneck hitches are fit guided. The model you attached to your question fits Ram trucks. There are things to consider to find the B&W gooseneck hitch that will fit your vehicle. If your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 does not have the factory/OEM pucks, you will need the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs, part # BWGNRK1020. If your GMC Sierra 2500 has the factory/OEM pucks,...
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• Best Economical Air Bag Helper Springs For a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Which Allows Temporarily Deflation
• Since you plan to fully deflate the air springs to back into your garage I can only recommend the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs # AL88341 for your 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. These air springs have an internal jounce bumper which allow you to temporarily use the air springs without any air pressure. The bumper helps to prevent the bag from getting pinched as well it will help to absorb bouncing which commonly occurs when using air springs. The Air Lift Load Controller...
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• Is Titan BrakeRite EHB Adapter # T485900 Compatible with 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Brake Controller
• Yes the Titan BrakeRite EHB Adapter # T485900 that you referenced is compatible with the integrated brake controller of your 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD.
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• Recommended Compressor for 2017 Sierra Denali 2500HD with Existing Firestone Air Springs
• It definitely sounds like the previous owner of your 2017 Sierra Denali 2500HD had a compressor system to adjust the Firestone air springs from inside the cab, otherwise the lines from each of the bags you found would likely just be routed to the rear bumper where you would see a couple of valve stems to use for manual filling. If you want to keep this current setup then you will indeed need a new compressor for which the Firestone Air Command I # F2097 will work perfectly. This includes...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2022 GMC Sierra Short Bed With Puck System
• For your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 with a 6-3/4' bed and OEM prep package I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3775. This hitch features a 1" thick dual jaw for a sturdy connection and a safer, quieter ride. It uses durable polyurethane bushings and has a non-binding cam-action latching handle. The handle allows for a simple release, even on unlevel terrain. It has a gross towing weighty of 20,000 lbs and vertical load limit of 5,000 lbs. All B&W products are...
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• What Diameter Lube Plate to Use with B and W Companion Hitch
• B and W recommends a 10 inch lube plate with their Companion hitches like the part # RP83002.
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• Recommended 5th wheel for 2020 GMC Denali 2500 Crew Cab With Factory Prep Package
• For your 2020 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider part # BWRVK3775 if you have the 6 3/4 foot bed. The hitch is rated at 20K lbs GTW, and 5K lbs TW. The slider helps eliminate clearance concerns during low speed turns, which can be common on trucks with beds shorter than 8ft. If you have an 8 foot bed I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch part # BWRVK3710 for 20K lbs GTW and 5K lbs TW, or part # BWRVK3715 for 25K lbs GTW, and 6250...
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• Recommended Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 Short Bed Puck System
• You can use a fixed hitch with the short bed on your 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 puck system, but I definitely understand where you're coming from. For a "set it and forget it" type of 5th wheel hitch I recommend the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # DM29GV. I really like this system because it installs directly into the puck system, has one of the best jaw and cushioning systems on the market, and uses an autosliding feature so you don't even have to step out of your truck to lock...
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• Solution to Raise Trailer Suspension so that It Can Sit Level and have Bed Rail Clearance
• You need 6 inches total between the overhang of your trailer and the bed rails of the truck for safe clearance. Sounds like you need to raise the trailer so that you can be level and still have the needed clearance. You can do this by moving the axles from being above the leaf springs to below the leaf springs. The diameter of your trailer axle will determine the size of the parts that you will need to order. If your axle is 3 inches diameter, the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion...
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• Adjustable Ball Mount that Can Use Sway Control
• The DrawTite Ball Mount Adjustable with Sway-Control Tab part # 7390 can be a great solution. You will want to replace the bolts with pins like part # PC3 for the quick adjustment to pull customers trailers around the lot and place the bolts in and torque them down for your longer camping trips. The reason for the bolts is to keep the sway ball in position so it can best fight the sway. This will work out great with the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit part # 83660. The ball mount uses...
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• Picking Firestone Ride Rite Air Bag Kit that Fits 2020 GMC Sierra 2500
• There are two different Firestone air bag kits that fit your 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 with the part # F2613 which has a 5,000 lb capacity and the part # F2709 which has a 7,500 lb capacity. Picking between the two will be based on how close you are to the truck's towing capacity. If you will be near the capacity I'd go with the 7,500 option but if not the 5,000 lb kit would work just fine. For a compressor kit then the heavy duty part # F2097 will work great to make inflating the bags and...
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