JWandVassie
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• Leesburg, FL, USA |
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• Registered on 9/14/2005 |
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• 10 posts |
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 Posted:3/1/2006 13:49 |
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On my 4th and unfortunately last X. Have the 05 PSD. A problem with this one is the same as with the previous 3. I pull a 10,000 lb Travel Trailer with a weight distribution hitch. No matter how I adjust the hitch, the X squats more in the rear than other tow vehicles I have used; namely, a 3/4 ton Suburban and 1 ton dually. The X pulls the trailer fine with no adverse effects. I just don't like the looks of the X squatting in the rear.
I would like for the X to be level with the trailer connected.
Suggestions please. |
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docgas63
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• Sugar Land, TX, USA |
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• Registered on 8/20/2005 |
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• 37 posts |
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Posted:3/1/2006 14:17 |
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had EXACT same situation.... driving the 3/4 ton suburban for 3 years and moved to 05 PSD...
After much research, finally just installed an "add a leaf". Rear was raised 2 " and sits totally level with my 9000 lb RV with a 1000 lb tongue weight attached.
DG
David, Sandra and 3 Kids
2005 4x2 6.0L PSD Excursion Limited
Sunnybrook 3310
Hensley Arrow - Prodigy
SuperChips, X-Monitor, Zoodad, PSD Badges |
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gawent
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• Atlanta, GA, USA |
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• Registered on 3/2/2005 |
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Posted:3/2/2006 10:39 |
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Do you have a 4x4 or a 4x2? I have an 04 4x4 X and had the same issue. I installed Timbren Load Boosters in place of the stock yellow snubbers. I know they worked good for me but not sure on a 4x2. For me it was either those or airbags. Timbrens were cheaper and easier to install. Took about 1 hour at best. I have pix of them here:
ps. the pix in the sig is pre-Timbrens
2004 X Limited 6.0 PSD 4x4 - Hellwig Rear Anti-Sway, Timbren Rear Load Boosters, ISSPro Guages: Tranny, Boost, Pyro A-Pilar Mounted, Prodigy Brake Controller, Hensley Arrow Hitch System, PSD Badges
17,400 lbs. of CAT certified combined weight rollin' down the road in style!
1997 Exploder XLT 4x2 V6 DOHC (going, going,...) |
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BigStrokerX
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• San Diesgo, CA, USA |
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• Registered on 12/23/2004 |
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Posted:3/4/2006 00:08 |
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The X has softer springs than the f250 or 350. I tow a 9500# trailer and I wouldn't even imagine doing it without airbags. Do yourself a favor and look into some. You'll be glad you did.
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JWandVassie
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• Leesburg, FL, USA |
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• Registered on 9/14/2005 |
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• 10 posts |
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Posted:3/5/2006 15:44 |
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Thanks for the replys. I've decided to go with the airbags because I like the ability to adjust the lift according to the load being towed. I've found the Firestone airbags for about $245 and the controller for about $190. Any thoughts on these or other airbags??
Thanks again.
05 X PSD 2WD
02 29RLSS Salem TT
00 32' Party Cruiser converted to houseboat |
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XFanatic
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• Sunny Miami, FL, USA |
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• Registered on 2/24/2006 |
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• 10 posts |
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Posted:3/6/2006 17:42 |
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I have a set of Firestone air bags installed on my 3/4 ton p/up. I've had them for about 3 years and they are awesome. Just the other day I loaded a pallet and a half of cement 90 bags at 60lbs each. You do the math. The guy at Home Depot freaked out. Fortunately I didn't have to go far cause my tires were maxed out. I also bolted up a 3 gallon tank in between the airbags and compressor to hold air for either filling tires or my air horns. I hope this helps.  |
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