SumoSpring Recommendation for a 2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD Towing Fifth Wheel Trailer

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Is this the rite part for a 2008 gmc 2500 hd ??? I haul a large fifth wheel rv ,2000 lbs pin weight... do I need just the rear helpers or should I do the front of the truck as well???

asked by: Simon

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The SumoSprings part # SSR-211-54 that you referenced is the correct kit for your 2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD and would work well to provide you with additional suspension support for when you are towing your fifth wheel RV. Just the rears would be fine for you application.

Typically the fronts are recommended when the vehicle is carrying a heavy snow plow on the front of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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I recommend using the Sumo Springs Custom Solo Helper Springs #SSR-211-54, which are going to offer you progressive load bearing support for when you're towing your 5th wheel and won't affect your unloaded ride quality. These jounce…

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Answer 2

To help cushion the rear suspension a bit on our 2005 Chevy Silverado 3500 dually I recommend using the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SSR-211-54 since they're going to help add cushion and correct body roll/sway when…

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The SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SSR-201-40-2 which fit your 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 and have a weight capacity of 2,600 lbs are an excellent choice to add a suspension enhancement system (SES) to your 5th wheel towing setup. The…

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The heavy duty suspension packages typically include overload springs. This is an additional spring or springs that will be either on top of or on the bottom of the leaf spring stack on a truck. There could also be other components that are different…

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The suspension enhancement option I recommend for your 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 is the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SSR-201-40-2. These are going to do a fantastic job to help control your Chevy when towing your 5th wheel because they…

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Since you are using your 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500HD for so many different things, including heavy towing and loads in the bed, the highest density springs are the best ones, with the correct fit being the following: - SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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If you are considering Timbrens like the #TDR1500DQ and the SumoSprings like the #SSR-307-47 for your 2022 Ram 1500 4x4, I recommend the SumoSprings #SSR-307-47. The SumoSprings will offer the same quality as the Timbrens in terms of suspension…

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SumoSpring Recommendation for a 2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD Towing Fifth Wheel Trailer

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