What Helper Springs Do You Recommend for My 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500?

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what helper springs do I need for the rear axle on my 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500?

asked by: Patty

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Expert Reply:

For superior support on your 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500, I recommend air helper springs over jounce helper springs. For your rear axle, the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle # AL57288 is a great option that will work for both 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive options. In addition, the LoadLifter 5000 will allow you to inflate the air bags independently in order to get the levelling you want. The system provides a maximum support capacity of 5,000 pounds.

If you are looking to add a compressor system that will allow you to independently adjust your air bags from the comfort of your truck's cab, I recommend the Air Lift Load Controller Compressor System for Air Helper Springs- Heavy Duty # AL25856 or the wireless Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs - Remote - Bluetooth # AL74000EZ.

If you need help with installing any of these components, I went ahead and linked walkthrough videos outlining the processes.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Answer 1

This is a great question. All of the Air lift kits you mentioned do fit your 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the difference being the part #AL57288 is the standard air bag kit, and the part #AL88288 has internal jounce bumpers to provide additional…

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The best Air Lift air bags for your 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4 are the 5,000 lb option: - Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs #AL57288 The 5,000 lb capacity is the best for your truck because you won't need to come near that capacity,…

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Answer 5

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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