Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2009 Chevy Silverado 3500 with Slide-In Truck Bed Camper

Updated 03/19/2012 | Published 03/16/2012

Products Featured in This Question

Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle

(3100)

$569.37

Firestone Air Command Heavy Duty Air Compressor with Tank - Analog - Dual Path

(369)

$650.95

Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle

(883)

$800.43

Question:

Would like to get the load deflection curves for the 8610 springs. I am interested in using these on my 2009 Chevy Silverado 3500 Dually when I load a slide in truck camper with a weight of approximately 4,000 lbs. Would you recommend this type of application and how much sag should I expect?

asked by: Charlie F

Expert Reply:

I spoke with my contact at Firestone regarding the capacity of the F2250 Ride-Rite springs. The capacity of the springs is 4800 lbs, which would be nowhere near sufficient to handle the weight of your slide in camper.

I would suggest going with an air spring set-up like the Firestone # F2700. With a 7500 lb capacity, this kit would work great for your application. You might also be interested in a compressor kit, part # F2168 that would allow you to add or remove air pressure from the system from the cab of your truck.

I have linked you to install instructions for both kits as well as to an install video for the compressor and a product description video for the spring kit I recommended.

expert reply by: Mike L