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Christl
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Aug 05, 2015

Suspension mod's to carry 2005 1181 Lance

Hi Folks:
I would like some input on what I should expect to have to install for suspension modifications on a 2015 GMC 3500HD 6.0L Gas 4x4 long box double cap to safely carry a Lance 2005 1181. Look forward to your replay. cheers
  • Yep,Torklift Stable Loads for sure. If you look at my signature you can see how I equipped my Chevy dually for a heavier camper then what you are planning to haul. My truck's ride is fantastic with great control and no sway, and I dont have close to the payload capacity that you have on your newer truck.
  • Hi rickjo, thanks for response. My truck is a dually. I am trying to not make same mistake again and become overloaded while upgrading to this larger TC (don't want to spend thousands on mod's.). Owner indicated they are only using torque lift stable loads to engage springs earlier and I wanted unbiased opinion. Can you provide amount of air you are putting in the air bags and explain how the air bags improve drivability in addition to the larger bump stops or are you mainly using the air bags to level load right to left - thanks
  • If it is not a dually, forget it. Lance specifically sold 1181s with the proviso that it REQUIRES a dually. They are HEAVY!

    If it is a dually, I recommend air bags and larger bump stops (?) to engage overload springs when camper is on board (on my Ford anyway).

    My wife likes the ride with our camper better that the ride in our Ford Van. It can work.

    Rick