Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2005 Chevy Silverado 3500 Dually with Truck Bed Camper

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Hello, I have a 2005 Silverado 3500 Duelly With a camper and I would like to stiffen up the rear suspension. Can you send me in the right direction for products that you have that would accomplish this?

asked by: Nathan A

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To help cushion the rear suspension a bit on our 2005 Chevy Silverado 3500 dually I recommend using the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-211-54 since they're going to help add cushion and correct body roll/sway when your truck bed camper is installed, but they won't effect the unloaded ride quality. Because these springs get progressively stiffer as more weight is loaded on them, they're only going to engage when you've got a load in the truck bed, so they're a great choice. These springs are confirmed a fit for the dually models of your 2005 Silverado 3500.

I've linked one of our review videos on these for you to check out.

expert reply by: Erik B

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