Recommended Suspension Enhancement and Transmission Cooler for 2017 GMC Canyon 4x4 Used for Towing

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I will be pulling a 7x16 enclosed trailer to run a bread route what would be a good truck to use? I have a 2017 GMC Canyon 4x4 with a 3.6L V6 the max trail weight is 7000lb , I know it will pull it but will it destroy it pulling 5 days a week ?

asked by: Alan

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Your 2017 GMC Canyon will have no problem pulling your trailer 5 days a week. You will just want to make sure you don't overload the trailer. I recommend using SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-212-40 to assist your factory suspension system and a transmission cooler like Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient # D13503. This will prolong the life of your vehicle while using it in this way. I recommend using the Derale Snap-In Radiator Adapter Fitting for GM # D13035 to give you an easy connection.

expert reply by: Jason S

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According to SuperSprings, their SumoSprings #SSR-212-40 is NOT a fit for Diesel equipped Colorado models. For the Diesel, you'll want to the the #SS85FR which has the identical capacity. If you click the provided link, you can see a product…

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I can definitely shed some light on the confusion. While the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SS85FR and the #SSR-212-40 seem to be exactly identical other than the color, they actually have different-shaped mounting brackets on…

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I do have an option for you but an anti-rattle device won't do anything when towing a trailer. The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs which install on the vehicle are great at reducing body roll and sway while towing or hauling. If you have a…

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A weight distribution system will transfer weight from the rear axle to the front axle on the tow vehicle but it won't be enough to sag the front suspension and engage the jounce spring most likely. Therefore, you would only want SumoSprings on…

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Really the only difference between the Timbren part #TABSGMFCC and part #TABSOSR for your 2017 Chevrolet Colorado is that the former is rated for up to 1,000 lbs while the latter is rated for up to 3,600 lbs. Out of these options I would go with the…

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I spoke with RoadActive Suspension and confirmed that the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit part #RAS4617 is indeed a fit for a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2. In regards to fitment, RoadActive was not aware of any shock clearance…

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For the 2019 Chevy Colorado with diesel engine there are not any compatible air bag kits (as of April 2019) but we do have other suspension helper kits that can support the rear suspension when it is under the load of your 5000-lb trailer. Based on…

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The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs part #SSR-212-40 which are a fit for a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado don't require removal of the factory bump stops. They are positioned to the rear of the OEM bumpstop, but as close to it as possible…

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Answer 9

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 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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From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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Answer 12

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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