2019 GMC 3500HD Options

I am a little confused with the conversation about HD front springs . As far as I know all HD GM' s have torsion bar suspension up front , not springs .

finsruskw.... not sure i understand your post, could you expand the post please, thanks....

Stiffer front suspension will reduce fore and aft pitching.

Why would you want a heavier front axle, unless you plan on hanging a plow up front, when you will more than likely loose weight off the front axle when the camper is loaded.
I do.

Also, the cab and chassis has the rear sway bar installed, not so with conventionally installed bed trucks.

I've compared rear spring packs, mine has the snow plow prep and between it and the dually the packs appear same, mine might have an extra overload. The cab and chassis springs look to be thicker.

Upfitter switches would be nice, each 30 amp. You could light the place up like a christmas tree.

I've got about 5k miles on my 2017 reg cab 4x4 6.0. Very sweet ride. Just put 295/70-18 michelin on to replace the goodyears for more capacity and it rides better, aired down to 40-45 psi all around.

I've got about all the additions you can put on a WT, except the sliding rear window, it has the defroster. I'd rather have the slider. It's pretty aero on the cab so any windows cracked makes for a bit of noise down the highway.

The gooseneck prep package is nice, sprayed on bedliner is nice, snow plow prep gets you 220 amp alt--don't know if that helps the charging. Heavier front springs are probably not noticeable. Air your tires to whatever the weight is and the ride will be good.

Watch for the sales at the end of the month then hit them up, hard.

I've had fords and toyotas, really like this first GMC.

Heavier front springs will make for a worse ride when unloaded, but may help with fore and aft pitching when carrying the camper. I would choose that package just to get the upgraded the electrical and cooling. You can always hang a basket from a front receiver or go to a heavier bumper with winch if you find the front springs overly stiff for your use.

.... Thanks Bubtoofat.... I'm thinkin' I'm gonna order the snow plow package as the heavier front springs and additional wiring might come in handy for someting.... Put a down payment on an AF 865 & gotta order the truck probably February.... Then I can get "stuff " for camper installed.... Gonna remove back seat & carry some of our household"stuff" back there...

#1Flyboy wrote:
... I think bubtoofat post applies to his 2005; gonna order a 2019 GMC 3500 Dually LB CC 4WD Duramax....

From the 2018 GM Fleet Order Guide:
RPO VYU

Snow Plow Prep Package, includes power feed for backup and roof emergency light, (KW5) 220-amp alternator with gas or diesel engine, forward lamp wiring harness, (TRW) provision for cab roof mounted lamp/beacon, (NZZ) underbody shields and Heavy-Duty front-springs
1 - Only available on 4WD models. Included with (ANQ) Alaskan Snow Plow Special Edition. Upgradeable to (KHB) dual, 150 amps and 220 amps each alternators with (L5P) Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine.
2 - Only available on 4WD models. Included with (ANQ) Alaskan Snow Plow Special Edition. Not available with (UG1) Universal Home Remote. Upgradeable to (KHB) dual, 150 amps and 220 amps each alternators with (L5P) Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine.
3 - Only available on 4WD models. Not available with (CF5) power sunroof. When (VYU) is ordered, (UG1) Universal Home Remote is deleted. Upgradeable to (KHB) dual, 150 amps and 220 amps each alternators with (L5P) Duramax 6.6L Turbo-Diesel V8 engine.

2019 models are probably identical.

Mike

Flyboy

I can't answer your specific question, but I can tell you that you will love the new truck. I got mine last month (2019 3500 SRW 4x4 with 6.0 gas) and I love it. It is so quiet and rides much better than my 2013.
Good luck with your purchase.

Bill