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whats up guys ,,this maybe a stupid question ,,but what is the GCWR-GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING when pulling a trailer i searched and couldnt figure it out ,,,,thanks in advance

06' 3500 dually = 23k.

ok,,so if i add airbags ,,its helps by 5000lbs,,is that tru ,,i heard that from somone,,,????

Adding gizmos to your truck (bags, springs, etc.) has nothing to do with your GCVW. That is set by the manufacturer. The gizmos just helps your peace of mind.

ok,,so i'll still get my air bags so to soften up my ride a lil bit

ok,,so i'll still get my air bags so to soften up my ride a lil bit

They are not going to "soften" the ride, mushy overloaded springs are soft. Air bags are going to remove some of the weight and pressure off the springs, letting them flex firmer.

ok,,so when the flex is taking uot,,isnt it not going to bounce around as much when loaded ,,also ,,when loaded the airbags will keep my truck from sagging in the rear

yes they should bring your truck rte up.

06' 3500 dually = 23k.
06' dually 3500 CTD w/3.73 rearend 21000

thge 3:73's are lower,,,i have the 4:10's

airbags will smooth out the ride if you have them adjusted up to factory ride heigh. if you go more than about an inch lower you end up running the jounce bumpers onto the secondary packs. this makes for a harsh ride. doesnt hurt anything but the back.

i love my ride rites. just need a compressor system for them... make life even easier.
Grant

thge 3:73's are lower,,,i have the 4:10's
check out the tow guide @ the dodge website.

check out the tow guide @ the dodge website.

The higher the number the lower the gear ratio..waytogo :eek:

whiskey:popcorn:

The higher the number the lower the gear ratio..waytogo :eek:

whiskey:popcorn:
well, i meant to find out about his GCVR and whatnot...it let's you pick your truck and then shows you all the numbers :)

ok,,so i'll still get my air bags so to soften up my ride a lil bit
Yeah that's what I thought too...WRONG. Makes it worse. :mad: