Which Sumo Spring Product for 2018 GMC 1500 Towing Up To 10,000 lbs

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I am looking into sumo springs for a 1500 GMC 2018.I pull a 10000lb dump trailer with 4 ton occasionally and a 7500lb with a 2.5 ton tractor occasionally also. Would you recommend the black or yellow. Would yellow affect the ride. Thank You

asked by: John H

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Since the SumoSprings will be helping to support the trailer's tongue weight load, ideally you'll want to match the amount of support offered by the SumoSpring to the trailer's tongue weight. Since at most, the tongue weight of your dump trailer will be about 1500 lbs, worst case, I'd go with the 1500 lb capacity, part # SS95MR.

When installed, the springs won't quite touch the rear truck axle, so they won't have any effect on your ride except when you're hauling items in the truck bed or towing. I believe the yellow springs, part # SS45MR would ride somewhat harsh when you're towing.

I've linked you to a description video for the # SS95MR I mentioned above.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

There are three different SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Spring options for a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The difference is indeed weight capacity; part #SSR-209-40 for 1,000 lbs, part #SS95MR for 1,500 lbs, and part #SS45MR for 2,800 lbs. The…

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Answer 2

Hey Jim, good to hear from you again! I'm surprised to see the feedback on the 1.5K SumoSprings #SS95MR simply because people normally say that these have zero effect with the truck unloaded, but since that seems to be the general consensus I…

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SumoSprings would definitely be the solution I would recommend for your squatting concern. The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle item #SS45MR have a 2,800 lbs capacity which would eliminate that carolina lift look you get when your…

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It is recommended that you use the included spacer with the SumoSprings kit part #SS45MR that you have installed on your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500. This allows the kit to engage at the appropriate point in your suspension travel to give you the support…

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For the 2019 model year, Chevy offered two different body styles for the 1500 Series Silverado, the Silverado 1500 (all new body style) and the Silverado 1500 Limited (old body style), which was mechanically and visually identical to the 2018 model.…

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If a 1000 lb round bale is the heaviest thing you'll haul in the truck bed, I'd recommend going with the SumoSprings #SS95MR that you'd looked at, which would provide you a little bit of leeway in case the bales vary in weight a bit as…

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For your truck setup and trailer tongue weight of 700-lbs or less I would go with the 1000-lb Super Springs kit, part #SSR-209-40, which is the one you referenced in your question. These will engage with enough resistance to give you load support for…

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The problem you are having is pretty common with newer 1/2 ton trucks. Due to consumer complaints about the harsh ride, the manufacturers have made the rear suspension more supple which is fine unless you're trying to tow. A product like the easy…

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The air helper springs I strongly recommend for your 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500 Z71 are the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SSR-209-40 because they offer your truck the best combination of ride enhancement and durability. The SumoSprings will…

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Between the SumoSprings and the Timbren kits for your 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 I'd go with the SumoSprings #SS95MR as the Timbrens are notoriously harsh when the truck is unloaded. That said the best option is the RoadActive Suspension kits like the…

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Answer 11

I can gladly help you with your spacing problem but I am going to send you in the direction of another product. SumoSprings will not work for your application. I recommend going with the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System item #TGMRCK15S.…

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Answer 12

I recommend BedRug Universal Truck Bed Mat part #BMX00D that is 1/2" thick if you have a drop-in liner. If you have a bare bed or spray in liner this mat will not fit properly. This is the only mat we have that is 1/2" thick that is…

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