Suspension Recommendation for a 2006 Honda Pilot Towing a Tent Trailer

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I am debating between these and airlift 1000 for my 2006 Honda Pilot. I like the ease of installation and relative maintenance-free nature of the Sumosprings. Im curious, though, as to whether they will function as well as the Airlift to keep my Pilot level when towing my tent trailer. With the stock springs the Pilot sags a fair amount. Thanks for the help.

asked by: James

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Both the Air Lift 1000 # AL60815 and Super Springs Custom Helper # CSS-1125R would give your 2006 Honda Pilot the added support to help with your sagging issue, however these systems were designed so suspend loads carried in the vehicle itself, not to level out a vehicle when towing.

When towing a trailer it is best to look into a weight distribution system. With a weight distribution system, it will relieve the pressure on the back axle and distributes that weight evenly. I have attached a FAQ covering how to calculate your tow vehicles tongue weight. When you have your fully loaded tongue weight calculated plus the behind the axle cargo weight, I would be happy to recommend a weight distribution system for your 2006 Honda Pilot.

expert reply by: Lori W

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Answer 1

The Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs part #CSS-1125R are the perfect option for a 2004 Honda CR-V. They are super easy to install (no tools required) and will do a great job of helping transfer weight from the rear to the front axle which…

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Answer 2

In most cases, this is true; vehicles with unibody frames are not designed to support the additional twisting that can be experienced while towing with a weight distribution hitch. With that said, the best source for this information would be in…

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Suspension enhancement systems can be used with a weight distribution system without any problem, in fact, a weight distribution system is going to be more effective at leveling out your load than the helper springs in the sense that it will…

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Rear coil springs with a strut such as those on your 2006 Honda Pilot EX-L 4WD cannot be fitted with air springs without removing the struts since these too install inside the coils. There is a product from Super Springs, their microcellular…

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Answer 5

For a tongue weight of 500 lbs the weight distribution system that I would recommend is the Reese part #RP65509 which has a tongue weight range of 200-600 lb. I also did some checking and the hitches that fit your 2020 Kia Telluride like the part…

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We are accurate, it is #CSS-1125R that is the correct fit for the 2011 Honda CR-V. I have even confirmed this with Super Springs. If the CR-V is bottoming out because it is coupled to a trailer then you will want to keep an eye on the tongue weight…

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Yes, the SumoSprings part #CSS-1125R that you referenced are a confirmed fit for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon and would eliminate the sag you are experiencing when towing as that's exactly what they are designed to do.

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According to the owner's manual for your 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche, if you have the HD towing package and it is 2WD than your maximum towing capacity is 8,100 lbs but if you have the HD towing package and it is 4WD than your maximum towing…

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Answer 9

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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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 11

You will need the Red LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-52 or Amber LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-51 for your 2018 Forest River Sunseeker motorhome. These lenses have the same Top Command SAE-AP2-16 markings on the…

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Answer 12

Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

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