Could I please get opinions regarding my 2500 HD with the Cummins? My 5th wheel RV is gross weight 0f 13,500 #, the unloaded weight is 9830 pounds.and a hitch weight of 2300 pounds. Would I need to add airbags to the rear springs to support that pin weight? I think the 2500 has a GVWR of 9600 pounds. Thanks.
Steve

 

you should post the question over here.These people live and breath camping .They have a section dedicated to towing.

http://www.rv.net/forum/

 

I thought airbags was to balance the load not increase the rating, for that you would need to add to the supension.

 

You need more truck.

You can put airbags on it, but that doesn't change the sticker on the door, nor does it make you legal. I can't speak for your truck, but mine has about a 1900 pound payload - including driver, passengers, luggage, etc... 2300 pounds plus passengers would put me way over.

 

I just pulled a 2006 Challanger fifth wheel with my 2011 2500 and I am going to purchase air bag system. My suspension is not bottoming out in fact it is fine. I just want it level and I do alot of towing so I want it perfict. The truck pulls fine with the cruise controll. The trans is wonderful no backshifting. Power and I almost got 14mpg at 55mph. E#xhaust brake is the best thing! I am very impressed with my Dodge.