Weight Distribution for a 2004 GMC Yukon Denali XL and Trailer with 800 Pounds Tongue Weight

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I have been reading the reviews on the bump stops. Can you verify that these will work for me? I have a 2004 GMC Yukon Denali xl, all wheel drive with functioning auto ride. I just bought a travel trailer with 800 pounds of tongue weight and its just too much for the stock system.will these work for my application?

asked by: Bruce

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I did some checking and your 2004 GMC Yukon XL Denali has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 8,000 pounds. This means that the maximum tongue weight capacity for the vehicle is 800 pounds. And this is assuming no passengers or cargo in the vehicle (which decreases the capacity). If at all possible I recommend reducing the tongue weight of the trailer by moving weight towards the back of the trailer.

GM recommends the use of weight distribution on the trailer and not suspension enhancement to remedy the problem that you are having (specified in the towing section of the owner's manual).

Based on the tongue weight of the trailer I recommend a system that is rated for 1,000 pounds tongue weight, # FA92-00-1000. This system also comes with built-in sway control and the only other part you would need is a 2-5/16 inch ball # EQ91-00-6100. I have included some links on weight distribution and determining tongue weight for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The maximum gross trailer weight (GTW) and tongue weight (TW) capacity of your 2004 GMC Yukon will vary from 5,700 lbs to 12,000 lbs depending on chassis (1500,2500,3500), drive (2WD,4WD), gear ratio (3.42,3.73,4.10), and GCWR (Gross Combined Weight…

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Answer 2

Is it the additional spacers that are causing the main part of the spring to out of alignment compared to the stock bump stops on your 2004 GMC Yukon XL? Are the Timbren springs fully seated in the bump stop cups? On these vehicles it is hard to…

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Answer 3

It is not a problem for the Timbrens to rest on the axle but they may affect your unloaded ride characteristics as you note. You can try shifting around the cargo load in the truck to see if this changes the spacing between the spring and axle. As…

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The spring itself from Timbren kit #TGMRG25C is 5-1/8 inches tall. There is another part of the assembly but it will sit up inside the bump stop cup. If the overall lift is 3-1/2 inches then you will likely want to get a total of 6 of the 1 inch…

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Answer 5

To replace the mounting hardware on your Sears X-Cargo Sport 20 cargo carrier you can use the Replacement Hardware Kit #TH05603 to re-mount your cargo carrier on most factory and aftermarket roof rack crossbars. To replace the lock, you'll want…

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Answer 6

The towing capacity of a 2004 GMC Yukon XL can vary from 5,700 lbs to 12,000 lbs depending on options so be sure to check the owner's manual for the exact capacity. That said, if the towing capacity exceeds the loaded weight of the trailer then…

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Answer 7

It sounds like you have an antiquated suspension design or it was installed that way aftermarket at some point. Replacing the bushing with bronze ones such as #D014-077-00 would help the bushing to last longer but may not completely solve the issue.…

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Answer 8

We have previously confirmed with Thule (who makes the Sears X-Cargo Box) that for your model 28-7271 the correct replacement mounting hardware is the SportRack Replacement Hardware Kit for Explorer and SkyLine XL Roof Mounted Cargo Boxes #SR05587.

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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

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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Answer 11

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 12

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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