Will I need Air Bags?

[schillgd]

I've ordered a 2007 2500HD Z85 suspension truck and am planning on pulling a Cruiser CF32BL with it. Will it make this truck squat? Will I need air bags to keep it level?


Dry Weight: 8450
GVWR: 11935
Carrying Capacity: 3485
Hitch Weight: 1775
Hitch Weight Ratio: 21%
Axle Weight: 6675
Tire Size: 225/7R15
Exterior Length: 34' 11"
Exterior Height (With A/C): 11' 8"

[DmaxMaverick]

I don't think you'll need airbags. But, need is subjective. Your RV is relatively light, compared to what many of us tow. At stock suspension settings, it shouldn't squat it past level.

However, airbags are for more than just the needy. They're real nice for any towing with a significant tongue/pin weight. If you travel washboard highways, airbags can help a lot to reduce bounce. A shock upgrade is also very helpful. The OEM shocks are junk.

[OC_DMAX]

My 5th Wheel hitch weight is around 2300#'s. I installed Air Bags to level the truck. It was sagging slightly. The air bags also helped when going over up/down stretches of pavement.

I suspect the pin weight on your trailer is more than 1775 (that must be unloaded). Twenty percent (20%) of 11K #'s would be closer to 2200#.