Solution to Reduce Suspension Sag 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500

Published 09/20/2023

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Question:

I have a 17ft + 4ft v-nose enclosed rv ice house equaling 21 feet enclosed with a 39 inch tongue from middle of coupler to front edge of V. Dry weight of the trailer is 4320 lbs and tongue weight is as I’m told from manufacturer is between 850-950 lbs. which I find somewhat difficult to believe with the way it makes my 1500 Silverado sag. Please see attached pictures for further details. From the center of the coupler back to the right is ~57 inches diagonally to the front edge of the propane tanks and ~51 inches to center of V between lateral tongue and edge of propane tank. Wondering how I can make a weight distribution hitch effectively work and am hoping to not have to drill holes into frame. Any advice, videos, recommendations on equipment would be appreciated.

asked by: Derek K

Expert Reply:

There isn't a way to install a weight distribution on your trailer setup. Mainly due to the configuration of the tongue and V-nose but also because it's aluminum frame.

Best solution would be suspension enhancement that fits your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 like with the RAS kit part # RAS54FR which will get rid of the sag and improve loaded an unloaded ride quality.

expert reply by: Jameson C