Recommended Weight Distribution Product for 2008 Suburban Pulling 5500 lb Travel Trailer

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I want to know the best economical easy to install suspension enhancement product i can install on my 08 suburban for pulling a 5500lb travel trailer for weekend events

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A suspension enhancement product is primarily intended to support the weight of any cargo carried in the bed of a truck or in the cargo area of an SUV like your Suburban. A weight distribution system would be a better option, as they are specifically designed to transfer a portion of the trailer tongue weight to the front vehicle axle, which will level the right height.

The first step in choosing a weight distribution system is identifying the tongue weight of the trailer when it's fully loaded and ready to tow. To that figure, you'd add the weight of anything (people, cargo, etc) stored behind the rear axle in the cargo area of your Suburaban. The combined total of these two weights represents the total tongue weight (TTW) of your trailer. Your TTW would ideally be near the middle of the effective range of the system you choose. I'll link you to a help article that further explains how weight distribution works, and an article that specifically explains how to determine your tongue weight.

For instance, let's say you determine your TTW is about 750 lbs. In that case, I'd recommend the Reese Steadi-Flex system, part # RP66559. This system combines weight distribution with sway control. The system is effective on trailers with tongue weights ranging from 500-1000 lbs. If your TTW happens to be less than 600 lbs, I'd recommend a lower rated model, part # RP66558 which is rated for 400-600 lbs of tongue weight. Both systems include the weight distributing shank, but the trailer ball with a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank is sold separately. For a 2 inch ball, use # A-90 or # 19286 for a 2-5/16 inch ball.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Heavier duty vehicles do tend to tow a bit easier with fewer issues than lighter duty vehicles like what you have found. In some cases the heavier duty vehicle's stiffer suspension can compensate for improper loading that can cause sway so one…

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Answer 2

The 2007 Suburban does not require a wiring adapter. The tow package wiring is easily accessible and would wire directly to the brake controller. The wiring is located above the emergency brake pedal, and is taped to a wiring harness. Look for a…

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First, the trailer should have a sticker or plate on the front of the frame or tongue somewhere that lists its capacity. that is the capacity you will need to go by for the trailer. You are likely correct that it will a capacity over 10,000 pounds…

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A properly rated weight distribution that is set up correctly should eliminate the sag you are experiencing on your 2009 Chevy Suburban. It is possible that the spring bars on your EAZ Lift system are rated too low and thus cannot eliminate the sag.…

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The handle is actually the on/off switch for the unit and the bolt under the handle is the tension adjustment bolt. You will need to turn the On/Off handle clockwise (tighter) until the handle will stay firmly in place parallel with the main body of…

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I do have a solution for you but air springs such as #F4108 will not fit on a 2007 Chevy Suburban 1500 that has the factory auto-leveling option. What I recommend is to use Timbren helper springs #TGMRYS4 that fit in place of the factory bump stops…

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It is possible that the trailer is simply too large for a 1/2 ton SUV. The weight is borderline of what I would be comfortable towing with a 1/2 ton, but the length I think is a bigger concern. That is an awfully long trailer not to be use a 3/4 or 1…

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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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Since you have a wheelbase/axle spacing of 38 inches the correct hanger kit for slipper springs would be the part #HAP-105-205-01. And then for a 7k trailer axle the u-bolt kit you'd want would be the part #APUBR-8. I attached the diagram to use…

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Answer 10

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 11

We do have the Rhino-Rack Masterkey Lock Barrels #RRRK093-2 which will provide you with 2 new lock cores and keys for your Rhino-Rack Zenith MasterFit Rooftop Cargo Box #RRRMFZ66. As far as pricing goes on the different sets they can change based on…

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Answer 12

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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