Recommended Suspension Enhancement For A 2017 Ram 2500 4x4

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I publish the Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine and host several large vintage trailer rallies and events each year. I also do some marketing and showing for Capri Campers. I want to beef up my truck for more cross-country media tours. I am curious which of your products would have the most bang for the buck for my 2017 Ram 2500 4x4 Crew Cab Hemi. Sway bar, Sumo Springs, Shocks? The camper has a Dry Weight Base of 1100#s and a Dry Weight Loaded 1700#s.

asked by: Paul L

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Expert Reply:

If you're looking for the most "bang for your buck" then you'd be better suited installing air springs like the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle # AL57289. These air springs have a 5,000lb capacity and 5 psi - 100 psi adjustability to fit a multitude of uses.

If you'd like an on-board compressor to be able to adjust the psi of your airbags while on the go then I recommend the Air Lift Load Controller Compressor System for Air Helper Springs- Heavy Duty - Dual Path # AL25856. This compressor has an easy to use gauge and dual path setup to allow you to adjust the air springs separately to compensate for off-center loads.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

I do have a solution for you, however the black SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SSR-610-47 you referenced in your question are not a confirmed fit for your 2015 Ram 2500. The yellow SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SSR-312-54 are a…

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Answer 2

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 3

It sounds like the purpose of getting the air helper spring would be to counteract the 1 inch compression you're getting in your rear suspension caused by the pin weight of your 5th wheel. If that's the case, I believe that the AirLift 5000…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs #AL57341 will fit your 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 double cab with the Duramax diesel engine and factory puck system. We installed the upgraded Springs #AL88341 on a similar 2022 which I have…

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The Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs #AL57531 will fit your 2022 Ram 3500 Mega Cab with single rear wheels. This is the extra heavy duty 7,500 lb kit so it is most commonly used on dually trucks, but it will fit single rear wheel models…

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Hi Stephen, Yes, the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs #F2709 would be compatible with your 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500. Titan lists that their tank would not interfere with any any spring suspension systems and from what I…

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Answer 7

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 8

It is possible to purchase the Removable Arms for a roadmaster base plate separately. They will need to be special ordered. We have them on our site under part #RM-ARMS. You will need to fill out the form in the link below and send the completed form…

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Answer 9

The rear suspension enhancement I recommend for your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 when you are towing a 5th wheel hitch is the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers #AL88341. The LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate air…

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Answer 10

Yes, you will need a spacer. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs item #AL57341 are designed for the stock height on your 2024 GMC Sierra 2500. Which spacer you need is going to be determined by how big of a lift you actually have in the…

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