Recommendations to Eliminate Sag on 2007 Chevy Silverado Towing 16-Foot Trailer

Question:

OK I have a 2007 chevy truck, 16 foot trailer, when I hook it up, I get allot of sag, what would you recommend, weight dist, springs etc,

asked by: Jeff E

Helpful Expert Reply:

The Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems (SES) would be a solution for the sag you are noticing. Our customers towing larger trailers with consistent payloads on a full-sized pick-up see a lot of benefit with these kits.

The Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems # TGMRCK15S that you reference is a confirmed fit for a 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic and New Body 1500 Series. To determine if it is a fit for your particular vehicle style, I have included a link to our list of suspension enhancement systems. Select your vehicle style from the drop down menu to determine if the part is a fit for your application.

A Timbren SES is intended to be used with a suspension system that is functional and in good shape. I have included a helpful article about Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems for you to check out.

If you are only seeing sag when you are towing your trailer and not when hauling a heavy load in your truck, then a weight distribution system might be a solution. A weight distribution system will transfer some of the trailer load to the front axle and can reduce vehicle sag.

For the right sized system, you will need to know the tongue weight and gross trailer weight of the trailer when it is fully loaded and ready to tow. For example, if the tongue weight of the trailer is 400 pounds, you would need a system with a 200 to 600 pound tongue weight capacity. You want the tongue weight to be right in the middle of the weight distribution systems range. You will need these numbers in order to choose the best weight distribution system for your application.

I have included a link to our weight distribution systems and a helpful article containing frequently asked questions about weight distribution.

Inverting the ball mount is the another step in getting the trailer level. If the trailer is level when you have it hooked up to the truck and fully loaded, there is no need to invert the ball mount. I have included a helpful article about choosing the correct ball mount for you to check out.