Is Drilling Required To Install Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 - Rear Axle # AL57338 in a 2012 Silverado

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In the description for the Air Lift Vehicle Suspension for the 2012 Silverado by Chevrolet, Code: AL57338, it says no drilling required yet the installation video shows holes being drill. Can you clear this up for me? Thanks

asked by: Gary W

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This is a two-fold answer. If you have a 5th wheel installed in your truck, then to add the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 # AL57338 then you are required to drill two 5/16 inch holes for your air lines because the U-bolts will not work.

If you do not have a 5th wheel installed, then there is no drilling involved in the installation of this unit.

I have attached the installation instructions for you to review and how they apply to your truck.

expert reply by: Lori W

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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Is Drilling Required To Install Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 - Rear Axle # AL57338 in a 2012 Silverado

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