Best Suspension Enhancement For Towing With 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali w/ Adaptive Ride Control

Updated 08/19/2022 | Published 08/18/2022

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RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty

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RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit

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Question:

Im looking for a product to improve towing ability. i have a 2019 GMC 1500 Denali with the active suspension system and i dont see anything on your web site that is specific to my truck. Can you send me information that will help improve towing a 30 ft travel trailer

asked by: Michael J

Helpful Expert Reply:

By "improving towing ability" I believe you are asking about suspension enhancement, and there is an option that will fit your 2019 GMC 1500 Denali with Adaptive Ride Control, from RoadActive Suspension. I did verify the fits directly with the manufacturer, and you have two options, a standard kit and an HD kit.

The standard kit is for towing trailers with tongue weights under 600 lbs and/or less than 2 inches of squat while the HD kit is for towing trailers with tongue weights over 600 lbs and/or more than 2 inches of squat:

- Standard Duty: RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS4611

- Heavy Duty: RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS54FR

The RAS is an active system, so it continually reinforces your original leaf spring suspension. What that means is the force that normally goes to your OEM springs will instead be transferred to the RAS Kit, allowing your OEM leaf springs to work normally.

This helps improve your Sierra's towing ability because it will level your truck, improving its handling and traction. The reason for that is, normally when you are towing, your factory leaf springs flatten under the weight, causing the back end to sag, which leads to higher front end and uneven weight on the rear of your truck. The RAS kit will actively counteract that, allowing your front wheels to stay completely on the ground instead of being slightly raised under the weight.

expert reply by: Kyle S