Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 with 5,200 lb Truck Camper

Question:

I just purchased a 2017GMC Denali 3500 DRW truck. I also purchased a Lance Truck Camper with about a 5,200# weight. Can you recommend if Tork stabile loads will keep me from adding a stabilizer or perhaps air bags? Or will I still need to add airbags due to the weight? Will stabile loads fit with no drilling? Thanks.

asked by: Larry U

Expert Reply:

The Torklift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade # TLA7202 is a great option for improving the handling and reducing side-to-side sway on your 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali when your truck camper is attached. These will simply bolt onto each frame-mounted overload bump stop bracket on your vehicle. Drilling will not be required during installation.

It's likely that with the heavy weight of the truck camper that you will need an additional enhancement to level your truck and lift it a bit off the rear axle. I recommend air springs like the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL # AL57538. The great thing about air helper springs is that you can manually adjust the air pressure to get an even load distribution, which is useful with a truck camper because the load distribution may change from trip to trip, depending on the stored cargo. The load-leveling capacity of these springs is 7,500 pounds, so you will have plenty of room to work with.

If you are unsure, I recommend simply adding the Torklift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade and then hooking up the camper to see how everything looks. You should be able to tell pretty quickly whether or not the Air Lift LoadLifter will also be needed to safely carry the camper on your Sierra 3500 Denali. Just take a look from the side of your truck and make sure that your vehicle is as level as possible after adding the camper.

I have included the installation details on both of these products for your review.

expert reply by: Chris R