Suspension Enhancement Kit Recommendation for 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 Towing Fifth Wheel Trailer

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I'm not sure that will fit my 3500 the top leaf on the gmc hd 3500 is flipped the other way, not sure how this would fit on

asked by: Dale

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The Roadmaster Active Suspension Kit part # RAS3611 would be a great suspension enhancement setup for your 2016 GMC Sierra 3500. You would not need air bags on top of these. Since these will give you the additional support you need the air bags would be redundant.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Dale

10/6/2017

In your opinion would this work better than conventional air bags? Which is better for wind sway being a srw truck and heavy load. THANKS

Jameson C.

10/6/2017

Yes, the RAS systems will work better than air bags. Air bags do provide support but it's often pretty harsh feeling when they are aired up. The RAS is not quite as harsh feeling and helps much more with sway too.

Dale

10/7/2017

I'm not sure that will fit my 3500 the top leaf on the gmc hd 3500 is flipped the other way, not sure how this would fit on

Jameson C.

10/7/2017

Sounds like you have overload springs on your truck which means you need the part # RAS3611-HD instead.

Answer 1

The pinion angle would slightly change if you installed a RoadActive Suspension kit part #RAS3611-HD and you were using enough suspension support to change the ride height but it would not be enough of a change to require to change anything. You…

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Answer 2

We have no way of really knowing how much it will squat exactly since there are too many factors. It will also depend on the shape your suspension is currently in. Since it is a 2023 Silverado 2500 I would expect it to be in good shape unless you…

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Answer 3

The difference between the RoadActive Suspension kits that fit your 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 have to do with the weight capacity and whether or not your vehicle has the factory top overload springs: - 2K #RAS3611 - 3K #RAS3611-CHD (with top overload…

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Answer 4

Thanks for the picture! I would definitely go with one of the HD kits over the 2,000 lbs RoadActive item #RAS3611 you were looking at. Which one you will need is going to depend on whether or not your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD has the factory…

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I would be happy to explain the differences. The RoadActive Suspension Kit #RAS3611 has the standard capacity of 2,000 lbs. The #RAS3611-HD and #RAS3611-CHD have a 3,000 lb capacity since they are the heavy duty versions. The #RAS3611-HD is designed…

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Answer 6

Though it will ultimately depend on how much your camper weighs and how much sag you experience, there are a few differences between the 3 options available for your truck. First is the #RAS3611. This will have a 2,000 pound weight capacity and will…

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Answer 7

Using a spacer kit like the #T68MR to allow one side of the truck's suspension to engage sooner will give you more support on that side but since it's hard to say if that will happen to be the sweet spot you are looking for in terms of…

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Answer 8

The SuperSprings Vehicle Suspension #SSF-202-47 that you referenced comes with enough bump stop replacements to do the front end of your 2015 Chevy Silverado 3500. Since there are two per side on your vehicle a total of 4 comes with this kit. I…

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Answer 9

You are correct, the different holes on the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit #RAS3611-HD bracket are there to give you the best fitment on your 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500. There isn't a set bracket hole for each vehicle…

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Answer 10

The main difference between the #RAS3611 and #RAS3611-HD is the capacity. The regular system has a 2,000 lb weight capacity while the HD system is 3,000 lbs. I would choose the HD system for the additional support. The lowest tension setting on the…

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Answer 11

No, they will not but I have something that does. The SuperSprings Custom Suspension Stabilizer and Sway Control Kit item #SSA13 does a great job of keeping your F-250's rear end from sagging but won't help with axle wrap. Instead, you will…

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Answer 12

In order to get more tension using the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit part #RAS3611 you'll need to expand the spring using the method outline in the instruction link below. The different holes on the axle brackets…

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