Re: Suburban : The extra leaf probably was added to handle loads it
was required to haul. This is the test; if it stands 'level' with any
thing on board that you intend to travel with then it is OK. The hitch
weight will be distributed with the hitch so everything will end up
'level' when ready to travel.
On Sun, 6 Aug 2000 10:05:09 EDT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> In a message dated 8/5/00 11:37:56 AM Central Daylight Time,
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> writes:
>
> << 7. Our tow vehicle is a 1989 Suburban 1500 with a 350 engine. It
> had an
> extra
> leaf added to the rear springs. Will it be adequate to tow the
> Airstream ?
>
> Thanks much to anyone who can offer advice. We are looking forward
> to
> becomming active Vintage Airstream Club members.
>
> REGARDS
>
> Herm and Gail Morchel
> >>
>
>
> Herm
> Welcome
> You can put 1 ton capacity springs on your Suburban as I have on my
> 89 and
> 85. Works great and really chaeaper than adding one leaf. If you
> have a
> 3.91 ratio rear end, you should have no problem in towing.
> Richmond offers
> a gear set in 3.91 ratio that can handle it just fine....
>
> Cecil in OKla
