Weight Distribution System Set-up and Tow Vehicle Height

Published 05/18/2018

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Question:

suspension enhancement for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

asked by: Scott

Expert Reply:

Thanks for the photo and thorough explanation of what is happening with your Husky Centerline # HT32218. Since your truck and trailer are sitting within 1-2 inches of level you are good as long as you are comfortable driving. It sounds like you like having the tongue weight a little heavier for steering and that is fine. The tow vehicle having a 1/4 rise in the front isn't too bad and you won't lose much visually from the different angle of your head lights.

Because you are so close to level, you probably won't see much difference in adjusting the hitch head tilt or the brackets. If you want to reduce the sag on your rear and keep the tongue weight, you can add suspension enhancement to your truck to level it out, but that is only if you want to improve the ride and stability of your truck. If you feel good with what you have, you will be safe to do so.

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expert reply by: Jason S

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Scott

5/18/2018

suspension enhancement for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Jason S.

5/18/2018

Suspension enhancement helps your factory suspension to help support a heavy load, level your ride and minimize sway. I've attached a video of the many options available and how they help. For your specific application, I recommend the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-209-40. These maintenance free helper springs mount where your factory load stops are and compress more as weight is added to support the load. You don't feel them engage much with an empty truck bed, but they will progressively help more and more as weight is added to support the weight without allowing the back of your vehicle to sag. This will keep your headlights from pointing up to the sky as you hit a bump and will also help absorb road shock for a smoother ride. The two springs work independently for reduced body roll on a turn and compensating for off center loads.