Recommendation For Reducing Rear End Sag On Lifted 2017 Ram 1500 When Towing a Travel Trailer

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Hello - I have a 2017 Ram 1500 Bighorn 4x4 with a 4 inch suspension lift. I need to prevent sagging when towing our travel trailer. What do you suggest?

asked by: Rich S

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The best way to help reduce sag when towing your travel trailer with your 2017 Ram 1500 Bighorn having a lift is with a weight distribution hitch. Personally I fee the Equal-i-zer hitch systems are the best option as they are made in the USA and have a reputation as being one of the best available. You do need to select the correct system based on the weight of your trailer.

200-600lbs Tongue Weight, Trailer Up to 6,000lbs # EQ37060ET
600-1,000lbs Tongue Weight, Trailer Up to 10,000lbs # EQ37100ET
800-1,200lbs Tongue Weight, Trailer Up to 12,000lbs # EQ37120ET
1,000-1,400lbs Tongue Weight, Trailer Up to 14,000lbs # EQ37140ET
1,200-1,600lbs Tongue Weight, Trailer Up to 16,000lbs # EQ64FR

You will also likely need a drop shank depending on how tall your receiver is compared to the height of the camper as well.

1/4" to 4" of Drop # EQ90-02-4200
2-1/4" to 6" of Drop # EQ90-02-4300
5-1/4" to 9" of Drop # EQ90-02-4400
8-1/4" to 12" of Drop # EQ44FR

I did see you were looking at an option for suspension enhancement which can help to reduce sag but it will not also help control sway like the weight distribution above. If you prefer to go this route I recommend the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs # AL88365. I prefer these as they have the internal jounce bumpers which greatly helps to reduce bouncing when hauling heavy loads. Since your Ram is lifted you will need to select either a 2" # AL52420 or 4" # AL52440 spacer depending on how much rear lift your lift kit provided. Some kits will give 4" of rear lift while others only raise the suspension 2" on the rear which also levels the truck since they come with a factory rake in the suspension.

The Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL74000 will allow you to control the air pressure in the springs from the included wireless remote. This is my favorite compressor system as they use a smart manifold which monitors the air pressure in your springs while you drive. That will greatly reduce the risk of you damaging the air springs.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

There isn't a specific height from the trailer floor recommended to mount the E-Track. My gut feeling is that if 3 feet is too low and 4 feet is too high then 3-1/2 feet might be perfect. Another option is to mount E-track pieces vertically along…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

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 4

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 5

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 6

Hello Steve. I do have a good solution for you, but I cannot recommend using the Malone Adapter #MPG544. Since it is rated for towing only 4,000 lbs, your 8,000 lb towed vehicle would be double the max towing capacity. You are right about there being…

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Answer 7

The first thing you'll need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Malibu LS is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #RM-523178-5 that is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting,…

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Answer 8

According to RoadActive Suspension the spring rate for the standard kit #RAS3611-S is 2,400 lbs. For the heavy duty #RAS3611-SHD it is 3,600 lbs. The heavy duty #RAS3611-SLHD is the same but only designed to fit if you have factory top overload…

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Answer 9

Those are some good questions, and we'll start with if the brake lights will flash during activation using the Curt True Course Advanced Bluetooth Trailer Sway Control #C94VV. The answer to that is no, they will not flash when the True Course is…

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Answer 10

The vast majority of trailers on the market use a standard coupler (installed on top of the trailer frame) which is compatible with the B&W Continuum Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control #BW28FR. Underslung couplers aren't as common but…

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Answer 11

The StabiliTrak that's built into your GMC Sierra does the same thing that the Curt True Course Advanced Bluetooth Trailer Sway Control #C94VV does, so you'd have to disable the built in TSC to use it. Since they're the same thing,…

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Answer 12

Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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