PSI Recommendation for Firestone Sport-Rite Air Helper Springs on GMC Sierra when Pulling Camper

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What should I run the air pressure at on my 2003 gmc Sierra with my truck camper on the back it ways 1650lbs thank you I just dont want to o er full them it didnt tell me how much aair they take

asked by: Mike

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The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2250 on your 2003 GMC Sierra can be manually adjusted between 5 PSI and 100 PSI. According to the installation manual, the Air Helper Springs will typically support about 50 pounds of load for each psi of inflation pressure (per pair). For example, 50 psi of inflation pressure on a pair of helper springs will support an approximate load of 2500 pounds per pair of springs.

Also, as a simple rule of thumb, you will want to use only enough air pressure needed to level the vehicle. After loading your vehicle and trailer, just take a look at your Sierra from the side to see if it could use less or more air pressure to make it level.

I have also included the instruction manual for your review. The inflation information starts at the bottom of page 5.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

I spoke with my contact at Firestone, who tells me that the frame bracket for your B and W turnover ball Gooseneck hitch will not interfere with the installation or use of the Ride Rite #F2250 Air Helper Spring. The air bag will locate between the…

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Answer 2

The Replacement Heat Shield #F2135821004 for a Firestone Ride-Rite Air Spring Kit like #F2250 will install at the top of the passenger-side air bag as shown in the included diagram which is taken from the linked instructions. The heat shield will…

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Answer 3

For your 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD that has Pullrite fifth wheel rails we have the Firestone Ride Rite air bag kit #F2250 that's compatible. It fits your truck and also is compatible with fifth wheel rails that typically have brackets in same…

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Answer 4

I spoke with my contact at Firestone, who tells me that the frame bracket for your B and W Gooseneck hitch will not interfere with the installation or use of the Ride Rite #F2250 Air Helper Spring. The air bag will locate between the underside of the…

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Answer 5

The #F2250 Ride Rite system needs a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 100 psi. The proper air pressure for towing your fifth wheel would depend solely on your personal preference. I'd start at about 50 psi, and make some test runs. Add or lower air…

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Answer 6

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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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

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

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 10

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 11

It sounds like the purpose of getting the air helper spring would be to counteract the 1 inch compression you're getting in your rear suspension caused by the pin weight of your 5th wheel. If that's the case, I believe that the AirLift 5000…

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Answer 12

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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PSI Recommendation for Firestone Sport-Rite Air Helper Springs on GMC Sierra when Pulling Camper

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