Recommended Suspensions Enhancement For A 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic 2500
Question:
Im trying to figure out what type of hitch I might need for my 29 Artic Fox and 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic Body Style. The big question I have we are going to do a lot of dispersed camping on BLM Lands so somewhat rougher roads. My question is would it be better to have an air suspension for fifth wheel hitch can you make some suggestions.
asked by: Joel D
Helpful Expert Reply:
Since you're most likely going to be facing off-road-like conditions while hauling your Arctic Fox through BLM lands I recommend going with some air springs like the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Springs w/ Internal Bumpers # AL88275.
These air springs have internal bumpers to provide the adjustable load support of air springs and the comfort and reliability of jounce springs while riding through rough terrain. They have a combined weight capacity of 5,000lbs and are compatible with most gooseneck and 5th-wheel hitches.
Since you'll be out in remote areas I highly recommend installing an on-board compressor like the Air Lift Load Controller Compressor System for Air Helper Springs # AL25854. This heavy-duty compressor system automatically kicks in if it senses your air spring pressure is too low. A sleek, one-touch gauge in the cab lets you monitor 1 pair of air springs and adjust them equally.
As for the I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3200 and the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2500 if you have an 8' bed. The dual jaw on this 5th-wheel hitch offers a secure connection with 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact. The durable polyurethane bushings limit rattle and vibration.
If you have a shorter length bed then you'll need a sliding hitch like the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw # BWRVK3270 with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2500. This sliding hitch provides up to 12" of fore/aft movement to provide your trailer with extra turning clearance.
Products Referenced in This Question
Air Lift Load Controller Compressor System for Air Helper Springs- Heavy Duty - Single Path
- Air Suspension Compressor Kit
- Wired Control
- Single Path
- Analog Display
- Air Lift
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B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- B and W
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Springs
- Heavy Duty
- Air Lift
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