2011 Sierra 1500 ,carry 1200 lb. all the time so what be the correct setup
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Bill P. I just back from a 3000 mi. adventure, 09 1500 silverado,pulling a 2500#7x14 single axel trailer with a 1976 Harley FLH. Truck had 900# of gear and total trailer close to 4000#. These Overload springs worked great! Yes, air systems are nice,but for the money you cant get a better deal. I had to monkey around a bit with the set-up but I would start at about half of full tension (full being 1" from truck spring at the U-bolts on overload spring.) see how that works for you. Remember,one-quarter inch in tension is a big ajustment and make sure both springs are the same tension and location on the truck.Worked great ! Bill P. I just back from a 3000 mi. adventure, 09 1500 silverado,pulling a 2500#7x14 single axel trailer with a 1976 Harley FLH. Truck had 900# of gear and total trailer close to 4000#. These Overload springs worked great! Yes, air systems are nice,but for the money you cant get a better deal. I had to monkey around a bit with the set-up but I would start at about half of full tension (full being 1" from truck spring at the U-bolts on overload spring.) see how that works for you. Remember,one-quarter inch in tension is a big ajustment and make sure both springs are the same tension and... » Read More Bill P. I just back from a 3000 mi. adventure, 09 1500 silverado,pulling a 2500#7x14 single axel trailer with a 1976 Harley FLH. Truck had 900# of gear and total trailer close to 4000#. These Overload springs worked great! Yes, air systems are nice,but for the money you cant get a better deal. I had to monkey around a bit with the set-up but I would start at about half of full tension (full being 1" from truck spring at the U-bolts on overload spring.) see how that works for you. Remember,one-quarter inch in tension is a big ajustment and make sure both springs are the same tension and location on the truck.Worked great ! « Show Less
1410736
Best bet would be a set of airlift air bags. They help take the load off the springs and keep the truck level.
1410737
I pull a boat with heavy tounge weight. I don't have them tightened up all the way cause I only want help when towing. It does. I would put more pressure on them from start for you.i like them they do work. They kind of rattle on bumps. If you don't mind that. I would get the more costly ones with rubber silencers. I wish I would have. Should help. You can adjust how much help by tightening nuts more. Thanks
1410738
I put them on my 2012 because when loaded with my tools I had about a 4" squat in the truck.I was hoping to get it all out but only got about 2" back. The truck does handle like its not loaded tho, so that helps.
1355008
the hauler weighs 90 lbs. plus the bike? depends on what you are hauling with. for smaller 250 and 450 no problem. larger bikes move around more from the weight. Also if you are traveling further might add some excitement. how are your rear shocks? i decided against using one with my Tiger 800 - 500 lb weight and instead got ramps to push the bike into the bed of my f150
1740434
I have an Ascend Sierra Horizon (sitting vertically) on it and it weighs 40lbs. No issues yet
1171332
Lol. Just refrain all together. You need quite a few cases or maybe a few 18wheeler loads ;)
195585
I did the same thing it works perfectly fine and levels off w normal load.... heavy loads is will sag. I love the it rides better than new
667446
That's what I did; works great....haven't had ANY problems with this hitch!! Just honor the 500 lb tongue limit and you're good.
934321
I've got a 2011, also with the Rambox option. Fits like a glove and it is as strong as advertised. I'm close to 200lbs and I can stand on it
1697387
Packed out a whole moose over tundra with this thing! 180+ lbs per trip. The frame worked exceptional, the bag is roomy but not waterproof. Good luck
1723732
They work wonderful on my 2007 Sierra which has a 4 -2 Drop on it. Seemed like anytime I hit a bump, it would eat at my tire. However sense installing them almost four months ago, I have yet for it to happen again. I put them on with bolt going up, just outside the front springs. Make sure the bolt on top is secured then turn guard until hand tight then 1/4 turn again turning them both at same time, you want ideally 2- 2 1/2 inches between the frame and guard so that it still allows for a smooth ride
1831755
I leveled my 2013 ram 1500 with the bilstien 5100s and then installed the airlift 100s and it does indeed keep the truck level, but it depends on how much weight your loading into it
615152
like the bike a lot, should be OK for you, but I agree will not get you up a hill...you need more power...
492608
My wife's is supper tuff. It climbs like no tomorrow, I drove it up a mountain over 400 yards that for a person was all but hands and knees, went just a little to much side hill and it rolled and flipped over rocks and brush and still is ticking. Don't go ramming full blast into stuff and you should be ok.Got parts on line where ever. Love ours it's a supper truck.
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I have put 3 adult mountain bikes on it. I think it stresses the tailgate mounts more than is reasonable for an extended period of time with that much weight. A day trip, sure no worries. A 2 week driving vacation might be too much on rough roads. the rack itself can take it. it's the 80-90 lbs hanging on the tailgate that worries me in the long run.
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I have a Kawasaki KLR 650 dual sport - weighs about 370 LBS. This rack carries my motorcycle on the rear of my Dodge Dakota okay - but the truck rides much lower due to the weight It is also important to use the proper ratchet tie downs (I use four tie downs) and make sure the 'anti-sway' device is installed properly. This rack should handle your motorcycle well - but it is difficult to get the heavier motorcycles up on to the rack without some help - I had to build a longer ramp to use when I load the motorcycle on to the rack by myself. It loads more easily if two or three people are doing the loading. I have a Kawasaki KLR 650 dual sport - weighs about 370 LBS. This rack carries my motorcycle on the rear of my Dodge Dakota okay - but the truck rides much lower due to the weight It is also important to use the proper ratchet tie downs (I use four tie downs) and make sure the 'anti-sway' device is installed properly. This rack should handle your motorcycle well - but it is difficult to get the heavier motorcycles up on to the rack without some help - I had to build a longer ramp to use when I load the motorcycle on to the rack by myself. It loads more easily if two or three people are... » Read More I have a Kawasaki KLR 650 dual sport - weighs about 370 LBS. This rack carries my motorcycle on the rear of my Dodge Dakota okay - but the truck rides much lower due to the weight It is also important to use the proper ratchet tie downs (I use four tie downs) and make sure the 'anti-sway' device is installed properly. This rack should handle your motorcycle well - but it is difficult to get the heavier motorcycles up on to the rack without some help - I had to build a longer ramp to use when I load the motorcycle on to the rack by myself. It loads more easily if two or three people are doing the loading. « Show Less
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This model is a gas powered 4x4. However, the electronics and gearbox are not water or moisture proofed. You could run it in thick mud or sand but I would swap the stock clutch with an aluminum type. Also the one way bearing slips more than I care for, which prevents you from starting it until its replaced. I still live the truck, just do preventive maintenance and it will be fine. Don't forget to break it in properly or you will hose the engine.
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I was hoping to put bags on mine, but the instruction booklet says not to put more than 10 pounds on it. I believe this bike would do fairly well cross country, but if the battery ruins dry it's a work out to peddle. I would recommend removing the battery to ride without power, because the battery is fairly heavy. The Manuel recommends this too. This thing goes up hills no problem. I find peddling helps take a lot of the work off the battery.
1410038
You could use the 800lb bar instead of the 1200. You will get a stiffer ride with the 1200 but it would work just fine. If you ever plan to change to a heavier trailer, it would be beneficial to go with the 1200.