Expert: Robert Summers - 3/26/2008

Question
This has 5.2 liter motor, all the time 4wd & came with factory towing package including load leveler air shocks & heavy duty shocks on front.
I have a couple of questions for you.
1)What is max pressure I can have on the air shocks at max payload?

2)There is now 185,000 miles on my jeep, should I be concerned about changing timing belt/chain (whichever it is)?
3)The listed payload max for this is 1,150 lbs., but wouldn't you think that I could haul more weight with the larger motor, load levelers, heavy duty shocks on front& all time 4wd? Think it could handle 1500lb payload ok? ( I gotta pick up my mother in law...)Seriously, what do you think?
*Would coil spring boosters help with heavier payload?
Thank you, I really appreciate you taking the time to help.


Answer
Hi Tony... max air pressure would be listed somewhere in your manual...every system is differant....payload listed is what that truck will safely haul in the truck not what you can tow. you should never exceed the reccommended GVW it can change the safe handling of the truck. i don't reccommed coil spring inserts because they allow you to overload the spring which can cause failure...if you want to gain some payload, try cargo coils... they are manuf. to change spring rate as the load gets heavier allowing you to retain control of the truck... hope this helps