Do SumoSprings for 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 Affect Quality of Unloaded Ride

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2019 1500 W/T # SS45FR. Do i need the 1 inch spacer? how harsh of a ride empty would it be? i tow 6000# 10 times a year. i like the fact that it would provide more pre-load but at what expense? Thanks

asked by: DALE P

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The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SS45FR that fit your 2019 Chevy Silverado will not affect your unloaded ride quality essentially at all. There is a gap between the springs and the axle so the only time you may notice some slight stiffness is going over a pretty significant bump. Other than that the unloaded ride won't be affected, and if you take a look at the customer reviews on the product page you can see that other customers mention they don't notice them when unloaded.

You do not need a spacer and these will be a much easier way to enhance your suspension when towing than with an air bag system that constantly needs monitoring.

I have added a link to the installation instructions as well as a video review for you to check out of the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SS45FR.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SS45FR will be noticeable at times when driving your 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited unloaded. The springs will have an air gap between them and your axle when you have no additional weight on the rear…

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Answer 2

The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs, part #SS45FR, for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are meant to have that 1-1/2" gap when there is no load. This is to ensure that the ride isn't stiff while unloaded. Adding spacers would negate…

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Answer 3

Congrats on the upgrade! For your 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500, I recommend the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs item #SS45FR. These helper springs have a 1,500 lbs capacity that will keep your truck from squatting when you are loaded down with a…

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Answer 4

With the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SS45FR on your 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 your ride quality will remain near factory when unloaded. As the springs do not begin to contact the suspension until a load is added you will have the factory…

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Answer 5

SumoSprings would definitely be the solution I would recommend for your squatting concern. The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle item #SS45MR have a 2,800 lbs capacity which would eliminate that carolina lift look you get when your…

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Answer 6

Timbren's are rated for a much higher capacity than SumoSprings typically are, but the trade off is that they tend to be very stiff and offer poor ride quality. SumoSprings like the Solo Custom Helper Springs #SS45FR offer a much softer…

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Answer 7

If you aren't using the included spacer of your kit you would want to. Ideally you want 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch of gap between the SumoSpring and the contact point on the vehicle. Since you are right at 1-1/2 inch that would indicate you are…

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Answer 8

It isn't uncommon to have some space between the SuperSprings #SSR-209-40 and the strike plate they make contact with when under load. Many of the installations shown in the instructions, linked for reference, also show a gap. You can close that…

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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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Answer 11

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 12

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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