Recommended Air Bag System for 2020 GMC Sierra 2500

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i have a 2020 GMC 2500HD AT4 with duramax diesel. i am pulling a GDRV 303RLS. i am experiencing a little more squat in the rear end then i was hoping for. the rear end is around 1 3/4inch to 2inch lower than the front with the loaded camper. i have been reading about air bags and how they can solve this issue. i was originally favoring the Firestone Ride Rite bags but have since shifted to the Air Lift Ultimate bags because of the internal jouce bumper. i have also read in some forums that Air Lift has excellent customer service. Which manufacturer would you recommend. also i am planning on doing the install myself and i do not have access to a lift. Thanks.

asked by: Jon H

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I can say that I've had good customer service experiences with both companies, but I think you've made a great choice with the AirLift Load Lifter 5000 # AL88341, simply because of the internal jounce bumper, which really makes a huge difference in the ride quality. These will do a great job of helping fight squat, and improve your ride quality while towing by helping absorb road shock; having the jounce bumper also helps in the event that one of the bags malfunctions and can't hold air since it will still work to support the vehicle until it can be serviced. I also really like this system since it comes with stainless steel mounting hardware, to help fight off corrosion and prolong the life of the components.

Since this system comes with manual inflation valves, you may want to consider adding a compressor system like the Air Lift Load Controller Compressor System for Air Helper Springs- Heavy Duty - Dual Path # AL25856. This will allow you to monitor the air pressure and inflate/deflate the bags from the comfort of your cab, and since this is a dual path system it allows you to inflate each bag to its' own specific air pressure which is helpful in leveling off center loads.

I've linked some review and installation videos of these parts for you to have a look at.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

Yes, the Malone Foam Blocks for Kayaks will fit perfectly on Thule aero-style crossbars whether it's the older AeroBlade or the newer WingBar Evo. The Thule crossbars have standard dimensions that these foam blocks are meant to fit with. If…

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That's really going to depend on your specific trailer. While the standard response from the industry is that if you have a short bed truck that you need a sliding 5th wheel hitch, that just isn't always the case. A lot of trailers are now…

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The Gen-Y Hitch 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box part #GY58GR is primarily designed for long bed trucks. It's no different than a standard fifth wheel pin box in regards to the size. If you were using a fixed hitch and standard pin box before with…

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I do have an option for you but there isn't a Reese Goose Box 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter avavailbe for the Lippert Rhino. That said, we do have a similar style in the Gen-Y Hitch 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box part #GY98GR. The only…

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Since you're wanting to replace just the converter section of your power center with a lithium compatible converter you'll want to use the Replacement Lithium Converter for Progressive Dynamics 4500 Series RV Power Control Center - 75 Amp…

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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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Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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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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I can definitely help and point you in the right direction. Both brands make a great quality air bag kit. Personally I prefer the Firestone Ride-Rite #F2709. The air bags themselves are known to be more durable than others. They can hold more PSI…

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You can replace the Lippert Rhino pin box on your Brinkley 5th wheel. The right one though is going to depend on the pin weight of your trailer. Here are the options that will work to replace the Lippert Rhino: - Pin Weight of 1,500 lbs - 3,500 lbs:…

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You do not have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in a short bed truck. In many cases, truck beds shorter than 8 ft do not have enough clearance between the trailer and truck to execute sharp turns. This is why sliding hitches were invented. Due to…

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Great question, Jeff! When the Rota-Flex first came out it renovated what a pin box could do and be, but at this point in time that technology is a little more dated and the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box #325-GH-8040 is the "new…

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