Suspension Enhancement Product Recommendation for 2015 Silverado 1500 Towing 8500 lb Travel Trailer
Updated 04/12/2016 | Published 04/08/2016
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Pulling 8500 travel trailer with 2015 Silverado LT 1500 . Need stiffer suspension to stop bounce on rough roads. Also around 800 lb. tounge wt.
asked by: Gil B
Helpful Expert Reply:
The SuperSprings product will somewhat help with the bouncing you're experiencing, but I'd recommend that system more for preventing rear end sag and sway.
For what you're experiencing, I'd recommend either an air bag system or a Aeon Spring set up that would replace the factory bump stop on your truck. Either type of system has its advantages and disadvantages. An air bag system allows you the ability of infinite adjustment by adding or removing air from the system. However, you'll need to do a fair amount of fiddling around to figure out the best air pressure for towing, and when you're not. The Timbren Aeon Spring type system leaves your truck's ride completely unchanged, unless you have a load in the truck bed or you're towing. The spring gets progressively stiffer as more weight is applied to it.
If you'd rather have the adjustability built into an air bag system, I'd recommend the # F2430 Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs. If you'd like to have fingertip control of the air pressure in the system, right from the cab of your truck, a compressor system is available as part # F2158.
If the install it and forget it convenience of the Timbren Aeon Spring system appeals to you, I'd recommend part # TGMRCK15S would be a better choice.
If you click the provided links, you can see some installation videos and FAQ articles that you might find helpful.
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SuperSprings Suspension Stabilizer and Sway Control Kit - OEM Leaf Springs Above Axle
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