Does SumoSprings Solo Kit Increase Towing Capacity of Vehicle

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The last of your vide states the sumo springs do increase the load capacity of the vehicle. Isnt that the purpose of the springs in the first place?

asked by: Gary P

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Suspension enhancement kits like the SumoSprings Solo part # SS98DR to provide additional support for the vehicle suspension but the reason that does not increase the overall towing capacity of the vehicle is because there are other factors that need to be considered as well like engine, braking, transmission, chassis, differential, and cooling system capacity. Since the suspension is only one aspect of a vehicle's capacity these kits do not increase capacity for everything.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If the pin weight (the weight pushing down on the 5th wheel hitch) is too high or too low, more than 20 percent of the gross trailer weight or less than 15 percent, it could cause the see-sawing problem you are having. The pin weight should be 15 to…

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Answer 2

You are correct that some newer pickups have taller bed sides that make it a little more complicated to ensure that your trailer remains level while you have enough clearance between the bed rails and your 5th wheel trailer. While I can't tell…

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I spoke with my contact at Firestone about your 2001 Ford F-250 or F-350. Since we have a couple of air bag systems manufactured by Firestone I asked if there would be any interference when installing a fifth-wheel hitch and using the custom brackets…

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We had a similar issue when installing the Air Lift #AL88338 on a 2016 GMC Sierra in our shop. We removed the bracket which holds the brake cable in place and re-secured it later using a different bracket. I have linked that install video below where…

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Answer 5

Yes, we do have a set of air bags that will fit your 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500 that is compatible with the factory puck system or an in bed hitch. These air springs fit both the 2WD and 4WD models and also fit the duallys. I recommend the Firestone…

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Answer 6

The B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part #BWRVK2505 will work great with the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Air Helper Springs part #AL57541 which are a fit for a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. Please note,…

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To add a set of air bags to your 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500, I recommend the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs item #F2709. These fit both the 2WD and 4WD models. I really like the Firestone airbags because they use a crimp…

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The differences between the Firestone Ride Rite #F2613 and the Red Label #F2709 for your 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 Crew Cab Long Bed is the air pressure and max weight capacity. The Ride-Rite #F2613 are rated for 5,000lbs and 100 PSI, where the Red Label…

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The pin weight of a 5th wheel trailer will usually be around 20% of the trailer's gross trailer weight (GTW) rating. The only real way to find the loaded pin weight of your 5th wheel trailer would require access to a commercial scale used to…

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Answer 10

In order to lower the nose of a trailer you have a few options like lowering the hitch/pin box but replacing the pin box is not one of them because the pin boxes that will fit your trailer's wings are all going to have roughly the same dimensions…

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Most manufacturer's say 10% under your truck's capacity but our recommendation is to go between 20%-25% below. So you would want to go no higher then 1,992 lbs - 1,867 lbs of tongue weight with your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. I have…

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No, you would not HAVE to factor in the weight difference between the Flex Air pin box #LC328492 and the factory pin box though you can if you want to and it would be more accurate. But a weight difference of around 100 pounds is not significant in…

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