Suspension Enhancement for 2017 Sierra 1500 that Bounces When Towing

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I have a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 4 wd and experience some bounce. The camper gave is 3500 with 366 tongue weight. Any suggestions ie: helper springs vs weight distribution

asked by: Tim

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The best solution to prevent the bounce and improve the ride quality when towing with your 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 will be with a RoadActive Suspension kit # RAS4611. Unlike other suspension kits this gives you the support you are wanting without sacrificing ride quality. Most report back that their ride quality actually improved which is unlike any other option.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Yes, the Longview Custom Towing Mirrors #LO54FR will fit your 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. These towing mirrors have cutouts on the back and on the bottom to accommodate your lights and cameras on the factory mirrors. They feature a slip-on…

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The mirror portion of the tow mirror set part #LO54FR that you referenced measures 4.8 inches vertically by 4.15 inches horizontally.

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The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit part #RAS4611 will work well with the weight distribution hitch. If you are experiencing vehicle sag, I recommend to first make sure the tongue weight of the trailer is 10-15% of the…

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The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit #RAS4611 will in no way damage the U-bolts of your 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500. If you take a look at the accompanying photo of this kit on a Silverado you can see how it installs to the…

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I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F2609 for your 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4. As your Sierra will have a 2" factory lift with the AT4 package you will need the Lift Spacers #F2366. The air bags will help to reduce the bounce…

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The correct RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit for a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 is part #RAS4611. In regards to installation, you can set the spring tension to 25% additional load carrying capacity or 40%. I recommend starting with…

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If you are worried about ride quality I would go with the lower rated #RAS4611 over the higher rated #RAS54FR for your 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4. Both will work great but the lower rated one will be easier to fine tune the amount of support and…

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The RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit for your 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will not affect the unloaded ride height or ride quality. This system only comes into play when the truck is loaded down; when weight is added to the…

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The main difference between the RoadActive Suspension #RAS54FR and #RAS4611, will be the weight capacities. Both of these will install and function the exact same way, but the #RAS54FR will have a maximum capacity of 3,000 pounds and should be used…

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When installing a Suspension Enhancement System on your 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle #T28MR are confirmed to fit. The system has a 8,600 pound capacity that reduces vehicle sag, and increases stability.…

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I have an option for you but the Adaptive Ride Control on your 2022 GMC Sierra Denali 1500 severely limits your choices. I recommend the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System item #T28MR. I confirmed with Timbren that these do fit your Sierra. This…

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Generally speaking, a properly-rated weight distribution system should provide the necessary correction for rear-end sag in a tow vehicle. We do not recommend using both a rear suspension jounce spring or air spring kit, such as the Air Lift System…

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