Recommended Rear Suspension Enhancement For a 2018 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Towing 5TH Wheel Trailer
Question:
Hi, I have a 2018 chevy 2500hd duramax and I am towing a 13000lb fifth wheel what would be better a helwig helper spring or a timbren system
asked by: MICHAEL C
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD towing a 5th wheel you will more likely want a selective rear suspension enhancement like the TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade w Quick-Disconnect # TLA7310S or Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Plus Air Springs # AL89338. As I doubt you will always have your 5th wheel trailer connected to your Silverado.
Systems like the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TGMRTT35D and Helwig often create a harsher ride when the truck is unloaded and make them less desirable to have. This is due to the increased stability of the suspensions and them not being adjustable. Of the 2 the Timbren would be the best as it will have a air gap between the frame and axle when not loaded allowing for a slight deflection.
The TorkLift StableLoad # TLA7310S allows you to easily preload your overload springs before your attach your 5th wheel or haul any other additional weight.
The Air Lift LoadLifter Air Springs # AL88338 will give you the most adjustable ride quality. You will be able to adjust the air pressure from 5-100psi to dial in your ride height and quality when towing or hauling any size load. An on board compressor like the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL58WQ is great as it allows you to adjust the air pressure from your smart phone via the Air Lift app. It also has a smart manifold that will monitor and maintain the air pressure in each bag to within 3psi of your settings.
Products Referenced in This Question
Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs - Bluetooth - EZ Mount
- Air Suspension Compressor Kit
- Wireless Control
- Dual Path
- Smartphone Display
- 100 psi
- Air Lift
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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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TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade w Quick-Disconnect - Lower Overload Springs - Stainless Steel
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Pads
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- Heavy Duty
- TorkLift
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Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Severe Service - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Jounce-Style Springs
- Extra Heavy Duty
- Timbren
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