Does Firestone Air Bag Kit Need to Remove From 2001 GMC Sierra to Install SumoSprings

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I installed firestone air bags to help with the 5th wheel. No more 5er. Can I install sumo springs WITH the Firestone’s?

asked by: Bill

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If your plan was to install a set of SumoSprings part # SSR-201-47-2 on your 2001 GMC Sierra you'd need to remove the Firestone kit you have installed already since they install on the same part of the truck frame.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part #F2250 will work with a 5th wheel hitch installed on a 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD. The air bags mount to the bottom of the frame rail and the 5th wheel brackets mount to the outside of the frame…

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Answer 2

Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement Systems such as #TFR1525HD that you referenced will provide you a smooth ride when your truck is loaded - until the bed of your truck has sufficient load to take up the 1/2 - 1 inch of spacing between the Timbren…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

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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Answer 6

Hey David, thank you for the photos and explanation! That is most definitely an Aries Grille Guard, and if it came off of a 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 then we're looking at the part #AA4059-2 which will also fit your 2003 model by using the…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

Sure thing, I will go ahead and list out what you need for your 2023 Kia Sportage to add a 7-way for a brake controller so you can tow with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C94WR: - T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector…

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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

Hi Bruce, To lift your trailer we'll first need to check of the suspension and see if you have torsion axles or a leaf spring suspension. If you have torsion axles then I'll need to see the axle tag in order to determine what you have so I…

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Answer 12

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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