Suspension Set Up For Hauling Horses

[georgel]

Hi there, I have a 1998 GMC 1500 with the Z71 and the 5.7 L engine. I got my truck so I would be able to haul my horses (2 and maybe three if needed) on day trips and what not, and maybe a yearly haul from Montana to California. But don't worry I know the limits of my 1500 compared to a 2500. I am in the middle of purchasing my trailer but I have already done a few short trips with some and found that my rear end sags down considerably. Making the whole rig look rather silly but more importantly I worry about handling, my trucks well being, and hitting a !@#$%^ speed bump which would most likely collide with the hitch.

 

What do you recommend to be the most cost effective but proper way to fix this. Is there any towing/suspension kit I need to get? or a lift kit?

 

*the only thing after-market on the truck is the brake box which works like a charm.

 

And the max. I would be hauling is maybe 6500-7000 pounds

[redjewel2ss]

best thing for hauling is an air bag kit which goes in between the frame and the leaf springs to keep the rear end from sagging while your hauling.

 

either Air-Lift or Firestone Ride Rite would be a good kit