2021 GMC Sierra AT4 Max Towing Capacity Review and Impressions.

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In this video I test my 2021 GMC Sierra AT4's ability to tow about 8000lbs.
My AT4 is specified to allow for towing a conventional trailer of no more than 8800 lbs.
Specs : 6.2L, 10 SPD Trans, 3.23 Gear ratio, GCVR 15000lbs, 91 Octane, Air Lift 5000 Rear Springs, Onboard Compressor. S&B CAI, Borla S-Type
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@Donslife Жыл бұрын

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@itr0863 2 жыл бұрын

came for the at4 but learned so much on how to properly tow a trailer. awesome video.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Maybe you’ll want to subscribe if you haven’t already!

@user-ul7wf1tr1s Жыл бұрын

Love the video Don. Beautiful rig. I have a 2021 Chevrolet LTZ 1500 with the 6.2 and the 10 speed trans, pulling a very similar size travel trailer with ~ 1000#s of tongue, also utilizing air lift on rear. Getting the same mpg over a 1000 mile trip and am also very happy with the max tow. One thing I did notice is that you do not run with any sort of sway control for such a long trailer. I suggest sway control. You will improve the feel tremendously.

@rollinsms 2 жыл бұрын

I've been towing for over 30 years and I just found out that I have been hooking up my trailers breakaway cable the wrong way. There are utube videos that show the proper way to hook them up. The way you and I and several others run the cable will not pull the brakes on the trailer. You do a great job on your videos a lot more people could learn the proper way from you.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I attach my breakaway cable to the frame/hitch of the tow vehicle and make sure it isn’t tangled in the safety chains. I could switch to a quick release carabiner I suppose. Where specifically are suggesting it be attached to? Maybe there is a more ideal location and I (like others) just didn’t know! I checked out a couple vids and they aren’t really different than what I do except they may have a separate mount fabricated for it on the truck frame/hitch. My hitch receiver has 4-6 mounting spots to clip chains and breakaway cables to.

@rollinsms 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife I'm sorry I only got a quick glimpse looked like it was weaved through the chain. This guy shows a couple ways using a carabiner the main thing is to have the breakaway pull out before the chains reach their limit. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m9uShZak2LLNf4E.html&ab_channel=TrailersoftheEastCoast

@rubencastano6771 3 жыл бұрын

Great Vid Don. Definitely going to consider the airbags for the rear. My experience with towing my trailer was that the ride is quite bouncy at times.

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ruben! Too much air in the bags and you will bounce more 😂 Some people love them, some don’t. But when you have any weight at all on the back end, it makes a noticeable difference.

@kenj.8897 Жыл бұрын

You made a fine video , it's a lot of work 👍 . Not to mention camping is a lot of work also .lol . Good dog too .

@johnwinter9722 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Have not towed my 6,400 lb. TT (loaded) with my 2022 Silverado 5.3, but it is coming as soon as the snow melts in the northern tundra (Rochester, MN). I will be using my Weigh Safe True Tow WDH and don't expect to need airbags. Payload. Yes, payload has become the big towing metric for me. The Silverado is rated to tow 9,800 lbs. Payload is 1,755 lbs. With my wife, son, a buddy for my son, me, my tools, and the hitch weight we are under but not as much as you would expect. Now, my challenge is how to justify the Borla exhaust and cold air intake. Fuel economy? Right...

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Exactly - Technically the engine will not have to work as hard with those upgrades

@davidstokes9708 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, from Calgary Alberta! Thanks for the videos, Don, I have a 2021 1500 Denali with the Performance Upgrade Package that was offered from the factory. I love it, and I tow a trailer very similar to yours. I am looking to install Air Bags, I have a leveling kit and when my trailer is hooked up it looks like I am shooting for the moon. I also wanted to mention a few things for you to try and maybe review. Anderson Hitch System: (I use this due to the winds here in Alberta) It is the best hitch I have used and it's not only a Weight distro but has an anti-sway as well. Arvika Bike Rack: It mounts to the front of your trailer and can hold 4 bikes, it's a Canadien-made product. GMC Trailer Camera: I bit the bullet and got it. My trailer is too long for it but I tricked it into thinking it was shorter. Look forward to other videos! Dave,

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave! I will keep your recommendations in mind too. I appreciate you watching the channel!

@TheAverageJoeBro Жыл бұрын

Great content! Your truck came with Trailer sway control as well I assume. Mine did but it’s a Chevy. (Aside from the WDH you hooked up) I realize this vid is older. What’s your Payload?

@JCCruising Жыл бұрын

Awesome, and here I thought it would be weird to tow the ski boat with another tow vehicle to bring along with the TT. Sent the vid over to my wife 🤣🤣🤣

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Nothing weird about it! 😂

@paulblack5679 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Don!

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul!

@eckseleven1 3 жыл бұрын

Planning to get the trailer camera? I'm really happy with it. That and the other trailering features you get with these trucks are great.

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I am! Thanks for checking out the video 🙏🏻

@MichaelMcATX 2 жыл бұрын

I have same truck and engine, but Denali trim and get the same mileage. About 500LB lighter trailer.

@Livin_Easy 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Did you take the drone footage too? I have 21 AT4 5.3. Miss the air ride from my black diamond avalanche. Automatically adjusted when I hooked up boat

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻 Yes, I flew the drone for a bit, actually have my license too!

@shyecjj 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a X31 3.0 and it's incredible.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. I couldn’t get a diesel at the time (none with the options I wanted).

@matthewh.3491 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, love your content. I have the same exact truck and installed the airbags last week before our trip through the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee with our travel trailer. Such a worthwhile upgrade. I tried searching your videos before posting this, so sorry if its a repeat question... but what tires are you running on the AT4? And you're just using a 1.5" spacer and no lift, right? Just the stock 2" lift? Thanks in advance.

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Matthew! Glad the air bags worked out for you! I am running the factory 18” Duratracs right now with the 1.5” spacers. I haven’t done a front lift yet.

@davedave9780 2 жыл бұрын

How did your truck do while pulling through the smokies?.. what size trailer are you pulling?

@Lerchcon 3 жыл бұрын

Have you seen the diamondback covers. Since you camp you can lock bikes in on top and still have storage below as well.

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

I have been looking for a rack that would allow me to do that. The only ones I have seen work with ‘their’ box cover and not mine. I will check them out! Thanks!

@847mario 3 жыл бұрын

Living life bro.

@IROCQUE 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! We have a 2020 Grand Design Imagine 23BHE which 27'' long and about 5500lbs dry. Our tow vehicle is 2020 Tahoe RST Premier with 6.2 and it has factory air suspension on the rear similar to your Cadillac Escalade. It levels good with the combination of the weight distribution hitch however, at times I can really feel the trailer behind us. We live in Ontario and at times in some areas on Hwy 401 where it's flat and it gets bit dicey with those cross winds which I really have to slow down. I'm thinking of trading in the Tahoe for the refresh 2022 Silverado RST 1/2 ton with the max trailering pkg. and a 6.2 powerplant. The Chevy dealer is offering a very high trade-in value on the Tahoe as they are desperate for used product due to the inventory shortage right now. But I'm a little concern if the new truck will squat as it won't have the air suspension like the Tahoe. I might have to do the same set-up as your AT4 with those Air lifts but I want to see how it looks like first with the trailer hooked up. Any thoughts?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The truck is longer so that’s a benefit. With a weight distribution hitch you might find you level out pretty good again at that weight. If you didn’t want air bags, you could do sumo springs. I chose air due to the 7000-8000 pounds I’d be towing. Also if the hitch you have has sway control, that will help with those cross winds

@IROCQUE 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Thanks for the input. My weight distribution is the Fastway E2 Trunnion system which has sway control built in. But yes it has something to do with the shorter wheelbase on the Tahoe that will make a difference. Also, did a little research on the Silverado equipped with the max trailering pkg. has a higher spring rate rate. I noticed the Trail Boss which is equivalent to the AT4 doesn't offer the max trailering option. So I might just try it out first and see how it sits with the trailer hooked up. I did hear good things about Sumo springs, that's also another option. If I do go with the Air bags, I'll just go without the compressor to keep the cost down and just air it up with my portable Ryobi tire air inflator.

@TheIceStormof1906 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!! Thanks for doing this. I have the same truck however in black with the 20” tires. I am about to start towing a 27 foot Airstream 6,100 dry / 7,500 wet. The tongue weight for it will be 791 pounds base. Question, what is the hitch weight on your setup? Which WDH are tiny using? How much wheel travel and off road capability would you say you lost in installing airbags? Thanks in advance

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man, my tongue weight is about 850 lbs. I don’t know the brand of the WDH but it looks like it could be Curt. There are jounce bumpers in the bags, but I am not sure if I lost too much wheel travel. A bit probably is lost as well as keeping some air in the bags would firm up the suspension as it compresses. I am not a hardcore off roader….yet

@n.g.1577 Жыл бұрын

Great video. But, BOY, keeping up with the Joneses could get pretty expensive! But if you can, more power to you. Thanks for the content.

@rajivravio 10 ай бұрын

Awesome! How long did it take you to be comfortable driving with a trailer attached? Did you do a course or something before you got one?

@Donslife 10 ай бұрын

I have experience pulling trailers for 25+ years. I did get my Class 1 Driver’s license about 20 yrs ago.

@peteunderwood2772 2 жыл бұрын

That exhasut sounds pretty good!

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I am loving it!

@spracker8 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like it was Easy work for You and the Truck! I have a 2017 Sierra Denali with the 6.2L and I tow a 26FT Trailer (30FT with the A Frame), thing only weighs 6000lbs. Being a Prairie Dog myself I am subject to some nasty Crosswinds, I feel like the ass end of my truck is sliding around all over the place, I have a Weight Distribution hitch as well. If there's no wind its fine but any little bit at all I feel like I am all over the place, my truck and trailer are perfectly level so I don't know if there's anything else I can do or if there's underlying issue that compounds what I am feeling behind the wheel. I am thinking about trading the Truck in for a 3/4 Ton Diesel OR the Cheaper route would be to buy a smaller lower profile trailer that isn't such a wind sail.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I almost went with a 3/4 ton, but I don’t tow heavy frequently enough to justify it (at the moment anyway). A heavier duty truck will help though. Crosswinds are nuts here

@lilotuli4842 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Don, thanks for the video. I’m not sure if it’s the fact that you had to move camp sites 3X, but I noticed you kept the truck attached to the trailer. Is that ok to leave the trailer attached to the truck or should you unhitch?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I unhitched every time immediately after parking. The footage you’ve seen is probably just before or after I moved. The sites are usually long enough that I can stay parked in front of the trailer. I recommend unhitching. Also if on a road trip and parking over night, I like to use the trailer hitch to take some strain off of the truck before driving the next day.

@shannonallcock-pl2dh Жыл бұрын

Don, loved the video. Would you still recommend the air bags and compressor after having used them?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Thanks, it is one of the best options if you’re towing on the heavy side. Probably not necessary if towing less than 5000lbs

@shannonallcock-pl2dh Жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Thanks, I have 8000 lbs

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Without a load at minimal pressure you’ll notice the rear is a bit stiffer

@thearchitect0312 2 жыл бұрын

Dear friend How u put the stop led strip lights in the lower tailgate ?

@spacey7215 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing the video. What the payload capacity of your truck?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Mine specifically: Payload 1444lbs Conventional Trailer 8800lbs GVRW 7000lbs Curb weight 5556lbs The AT4’s tow the least of GMC 1/2 tons. The powertrain isn’t the issue, the suspension lift is.

@jonathanm.2151 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video Don. Whats the tongue weight on the trailer? how long is it?

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

About 34’ from hitch to rear bumper and 835lbs tongue weight.

@Bean-sz7sr 3 жыл бұрын

What kind of fuel mileage do you get empty?

@HeavyDuty608 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Don what do you think about the crew cab room in the back do you think two 110 lb German shepherds will fit back there?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I think they can fit. The seats fold up pretty tight, the only thing is the under seat storage they may not like. My dog (60lbs) and two of my adult daughters have fit back there

@bryceritzema 3 жыл бұрын

I have basically the same truck (Denali without bags) and a very similar trailer. How was your sway in those high winds? I went to a anti-sway weight distribution hitch to help with wind because I was getting sway.

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

The cross winds were pretty crazy so I slowed down a little under the speed limit and kept a steady pull on the trailer. I could feel the wind still but thankfully the bars kept me from swaying. They did their job for sure!!

@user-ul7wf1tr1s Жыл бұрын

I would recommend a WDH with built in sway control. Some are better than others but will help tremendously.

@mikewalters4994 Жыл бұрын

I have almost the same setup you do. What gear are you in or should i ask , what gears are you locking out ? What speed transmission do you have 8 or 10 speed ?? Thanks for sharing.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

I have the 10speed transmission and found just using tow/haul mode worked pretty well at this weight.

@mikewalters4994 Жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Thank you so much. After I sent you that question, I found all the details on the description, sorry about that. But, the description was a BIG, HELP!!.. I'm gonna go with the same set up you got. Seems as if your very happy with it. It looks like just what I have been looking for Shocks, Air Bags and all. The only difference in my set up is mine is two wheel drive, but pulls my 30' Heartland Ultra Light GREAT !! I'm mostly just looking for a little smoother ride. I'm from L.A (Lower Alabama). I'm planning on traveling the Midwest this Summer for two or three months. Thanks for taking the time to make this Video, you sure have been a BIG help to me. Travel Safe !!.. Thanks Again !!!... Mike

@davidduarte6389 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Don after watching your video it makes me wanna buy an RV , I recently purchase a SLT Sierra 1500 with the 10 speed trans , 5.3 engine , more or less what weight of an RV I should be looking for , thanks for the help and great video 👍

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

If you are looking for a conventional trailer or ‘pull’ trailer like mine. Consult your tow rating sticker in the door jamb. If it is a 2019+ Sierra, they’ll be a conventional trailer weight listed. It is usually recommended to tow under 80% of that number even though the truck is capable of more. So many variables with wind, raid conditions, etc. Towing a little lighter is safer. Your truck since it doesn’t have the AT4 lift, probably tows more.

@davidduarte6389 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife thanks Don

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Anytime!

@LONEWOLF630 Жыл бұрын

What is the range or how far can you tow before needing to fuel with your RV in tow. Do you have the standard 24 gallons or the bigger fuel tank?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Standard tank and a trailer this size pretty much cuts range in half. Grades, avg speed and wind strength/direction play a big part too. I’ve had tailwinds on flat grades that allowed to me to stay at the speed limit with low rpms and high gear and saw pretty good mpg improvements.

@isaackelsey432 2 жыл бұрын

What’s the tongue weight on that trailer setup? I’ve got the 2021 AT4 w/ the 3.0L diesel. Spec says 8,900lb towing & 890lb hitch weight. I’m wondering if I could go a bit higher on the hitch weight with the air bags & a distribution hitch?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

My trailer is about 840 tongue weight. Bags, weight distribution hitch, etc - I wouldn't recommend exceeding any of the manufacturers maximum ratings. My video was about my experience getting very close to the maximum ratings for my specific truck. The only thing I would add is a sway control device and some tires with a higher load range. Otherwise it pulled as good as any in it's class and felt safer (more controller) with the bags and weight distribution hitch. Cheers!

@nabatron21 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Don! We just picked up a new yukon at4 for the family. It's our first GM product any issues with your at4 engine wise? I'm hearing a lot of issues of lifters failing and rods bending.

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nabil, I have heard the same but luckily no issues so far. I have owned 4 GM trucks and never had engine problems. However warranty will cover the problem if you experience it.

@nabatron21 3 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife yeah I got the extended warranty just incase lol so far so good as of right now. Only have 500kms on it though so I don't expect anything failing this early.

@clintbrooks92 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Maybe I missed it but does it have the 5.3 or 6.2... assuming 6.2 thanks

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@clintbrooks92 6.2L sir

@clintbrooks92 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife thanks.. I bought one last night

@jdog5086 3 жыл бұрын

I got the exact same truck haven't put it to work yet how did the engine do plenty of power going up hills getting on the highway was a transmission searching for Gears or anything? Thanks in advance

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Did well. I found that using towing mode actually works so much better with this 10 speed transmission. I found it was quite capable for a 1/2 ton truck

@mikewhite7571 Жыл бұрын

Question for you, What length trailer is this? I know what my 2021 Silverado can tow weight wise, I just am not sure what length travel trailer i should be looking at. Would hate to get something too long and regret it.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

33 footer. This video might be of interest to you as well Watch This Before Installing This Trailer Camera! It Might Not Work! Full Installation & Review kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gpqlqZlinavLiHU.html

@kfamilyvideos1 2 жыл бұрын

What's your high and low towing mpg? Still glad you got the diesel over the 6.2? Thanks

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I might be able to answer this coming summer. I don't feel I have done enough towing yet to produce accurate info. Also, I have the 6.2, not the Diesel

@mingli4882 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man, what have u done to your truck after you brought it, I just got one, and kinda confused about it.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

The list is very long. I would suggest watching my AT4 playlist from the beginning. First mod was a bullet antenna

@chrislee326 8 ай бұрын

I know this is a old video but where did you get your white grill. I want that exact same look.

@Donslife 8 ай бұрын

One like this if you’re in the US. amzn.to/3NhTbIO I bought mine in Canada.

@gmon3y46 4 ай бұрын

So you don’t really need to install other airbags ? Do they all come with stock airbags for that year? I’ll be pulling 8k+

@Donslife 4 ай бұрын

You don’t ‘need’ Airbags. This truck did not come with them, but I added some for stability and also to lessen sag and body roll.

@twrecks7567 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I’m new to towing with my 1/2 ton and air bags. But if I get all my measurements and air bag psi configured on level ground, can I add the air to the airbags and back the truck into the trailer when the ground isn’t level? Or should you always deflate the bags to the minimum and air up after the trailer and weight distribution hitch is attached?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Air is your last step on f using a weight distribution hitch, otherwise your WD hitch will be fighting the bags. Your 2nd scenario is correct. Also experimenting with pressure is fine until you figure which feels right. 15-30 for me is food on this truck with my heavy trailer. Some may need to go up to 40-60. It’s not advisable to go over 100.

@twrecks7567 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife okay awesome. I took my measurements with 5psi in each and then put the trailer on, then checked the measurements again and raised the rear to get 1/2” or less in the front. Then dropped them back down to 5psi and applied the WD hitch, and raised to get 1/2” in the front. My magic number was 40psi without anything in the bed and the trailer empty. I’m thinking I’ll need about 50psi once the truck and trailer are loaded. I also have a 2021 Sierra AT4, except mine has the 3.0L and isn’t as cool looking. Been stressing for months about this trip but this video has given me some relief, so thank you.

@MD-fm8zx 2 жыл бұрын

Just to clarify. You get your truck hitched, level and airbags filled and then put on the WD bars? Will you please specify your order of everything. Thank you.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

No problem: 1 - make sure your trailer is connected to the ball. Make sure your hitch is adjusted to the correct position so the trailer is putting weight on the hitch but still pretty level. 2 - put some air in the bags. I found 15 is good for my trailer. 3 - hook up your WD bars. I hope that helps. Just don’t adjust your airbags last since they will work against what the weight distribution system is trying to do.

@johnmantei3326 6 ай бұрын

What is the payload of your truck? Does adding airbags increase your payload? Thanks!

@Donslife 6 ай бұрын

Around 1500lbs. Airbags will help with load levelling and reduce body roll. They don’t increase the payload capacity. Replacing drivetrain and suspension components would be required to increase payload. But if you’re going to that, a 2500 HD version of the truck might be in order.

@Kevincheesepizza 2 жыл бұрын

Reviewing with a modified truck’! Of course it’s going to do better! That’s 3/4 Ton Territory There though! 💯

@dougwarren5471 10 ай бұрын

Hi Don. Do you have your spacers installed while towing? Thanks .

@Donslife 10 ай бұрын

I did in this video. I felt comfortable with the performance

@dougwarren5471 10 ай бұрын

@@Donslife I appreciate the fast response. Trucks looking great! Thanks.

@richr909 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Don I didn't have time to watch the entire video but just wanted to know what gear ratio your truck has. Is it the 3.23 or the 3.42?

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

3.23. I had 3.42 in my Denali prior.

@polandknight2012 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Be careful with those 3:23’s. I worked at a manufacturing plant that makes GM parts. They say the 3:42 is the Max trailering Package.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@polandknight2012 yeah, 3.42 not available on the AT4. My Denali had 3.42

@polandknight2012 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife You really should've had the 3:42. I miss the 3:73's though. My God.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@polandknight2012 sure it would be great, but the AT4 is not configurable with that ratio from the factory. At least when I was working on getting mine. The 10 speed helps too. This isn’t my forever truck either

@MADDOG100ful 2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering why you needed to add the airbags. With Max tow package you truck has 300lb heavier rear leaf springs , when properly adjusting your weight distribution hitch with the load distribution bars it will level the trailer just fine. I did install the airbag on my 2015 GMC serria because it wasnt a max tow model .Now have 2020 GMC w/ 6.2 3.42 max tow and my front side loading toy hauler is 30 ft 7000lbs ish wet. I have had no tow issues where I could not see this as a need. Not being condescending just curious about the reasoning ? Thanks you have a great program.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Makes a noticeable difference for me by reducing body roll and keeps things more stable with crosswinds. Something we have a lot of in the prairies. I never installed them to increase towing capacity. I installed them to stabilize the load and reduce sway. They are there to compliment the weight distribution hitch. I am pretty level too with the hitch set up before adding a little air to the bags. I wouldn’t care if I had them with my boat 5000-6000lbs. But my trailer loaded is about 7500+ with some cargo in the truck box. Smooth sailing ⛵️

@MADDOG100ful 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife ok! That makes sense. I am rarely in wide open areas except maybe bean/corn fields along the interstate. ;)

@happycamper8354 5 ай бұрын

What kind of air bag system is that you have with the remote control ??

@Donslife 5 ай бұрын

Air Lift 5000 with the wireless compressor

@rubencastano6771 3 жыл бұрын

Don , how was the visibility without tow mirrors? I got some of those clip on extenders for my truck but i wasnt too thrilled with them

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

I haven’t found a pair I like for these mirrors, but that being said, I was comfortable with these. The mirror cameras can help to.

@mikewells8403 Жыл бұрын

Do you stilo have the resignators in?? Do you have a custom exaust or a preassmbled one?;switched from the 5 3 with true dual and want to get the 6.2 back to that sound. Yours is dead on outside.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Mine is dead?

@MattN03 Ай бұрын

How do the regular mirrors work when towing the travel trailer? Do you wish you had tow mirrors?

@Donslife Ай бұрын

If you know what to watch out for, the sport mirrors can work, but if I had to tow everyday, tow mirrors would be nice.

@MattN03 Ай бұрын

@@DonslifeI'm coming from a Superduty so I'm used to the tow mirrors but I've seen several complaints that GM mirrors causing blind spots. I wouldn't think the GM mirrors would cause anymore blind spots than the Superduty mirrors? I'm afraid I'll miss tow mirrors if I don't get them.

@Donslife Ай бұрын

You might want them if you tow long trailers. For me it was the opposite. Lots of experience with small mirrors.

@hemiedup5501 2 жыл бұрын

What type of exhaust is that? It sounds wicked

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

BORLA S-Type Cat Back Dual Exhaust Install Review 2019 - 2021 GMC Sierra Chevy Silverado 6.2L kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ouCanNOJs6yVhYE.html

@Gto991967 4 ай бұрын

What brand of hitch you used on the rv?

@Donslife 4 ай бұрын

I think it is a curtis branded hitch

@andrewguerrero9842 3 жыл бұрын

Hi don! Hows the wheel spacer? Do you still have them on while you where towing?

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Andrew, I decided to keep them on this trip. No issues, vibrations, etc. I took one off a month ago just to inspect everything and there was no issue with the little bit of thread locker I had applied. All the lugs were still at the amount I had torqued them too. Honestly (my opinion) is that because the spacer’s size I chose is so conservative and I am not rock climbing or towing all day, they are probably going to be fine and stay with these wheels.

@vijaybhogal456 Жыл бұрын

fuuuuuuuuuuuccckckckckck that truck sounds nice. Is there a leveling kit on that?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

No level but a tiny 1.1” lift in the front with the Bilstein 5100’s specifically for the AT4 and Trailboss

@missinmachmakinmemories9429 2 жыл бұрын

About to buy a 2021 AT4. Was on the fence about which engine to buy. Ruled out the 3.0 and couldn’t decide between the 5.3 and 6.2. Why does the 5.3 have a higher tow rating than the 6.2.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

It explains it partially here: www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/245136-why-does-62l-have-less-towing-capability-than-53l/

@mohamedenab7403 2 жыл бұрын

Do u left dubai bro

@jamespeters066 2 жыл бұрын

What's the payload and gvwr of your truck? I had an F150 ecoboost and am thinking about trying out a GM product for a while.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Payload 1444lbs Conventional Trailer 8800lbs GVRW 7000lbs Curb weight 5556lbs The AT4’s tow the least of GMC 1/2 tons. The powertrain isn’t the issue, the suspension lift is. The F-150’s tow more if you need it. The Raptor’s tow less though.

@jamespeters066 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Thanks for the quick reply! I'm looking at all options right now but I'm obsessed with the look of the GMC. The styling is outstanding!

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@jamespeters066 I am with you. I own a 2016 F-150 (work truck) had a Lincoln Mark LT before that. This AT4 is my favorite. I wish the Fords would take a chance stray from their similar look for so many years. Lights, grill and bumper is sometimes the only way to quickly tell them apart.

@jamespeters066 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Do you have much experience with the 5.3 engine? Good? Bad?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@jamespeters066 We had one, it was solid and reliable in a Yukon XL. But once we had the 6.2 in the next one and my Denail, we never went back. The power and the responsiveness was night and day.

@sirius334251 2 ай бұрын

Love these videos. Just saying…

@Donslife 2 ай бұрын

I love hearing that. Thanks for watching them

@daleschmitt2919 2 жыл бұрын

How much psi do u run in your tires? Thanks.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

With these tires the factory recommended psi. I think is is 35. Whatever it is on the door pillar. I am not seeing uneven tread wear either

@kellydixon1893 Жыл бұрын

How did you get the side view on your screen? I have all the other views for hooking up the trailer and I can see the hitch while I'm moving but that's it. Maybe I have old software it's a 19 Denali.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

It should be automatic once the trailer is properly connected.

@kellydixon1893 Жыл бұрын

@@Donslife thanks I guess I will have to check with the dealer.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

If you have the trailer app in the infotainment options and the mirror mounted cameras I would think you have the option

@kellydixon1893 Жыл бұрын

I do, but it looked like your side cameras were activated as you were moving around the corner. I can use the different features while backing but not going forward.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

@@kellydixon1893 yes when I signal left or right while moving forward they activate the camera/screen so I can watch the trailer wheels and their path

@jimf1421 2 жыл бұрын

I don't see any anti sway devices on that hitch set up. Am I missing it?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

It has a weight distribution hitch installed

@jimf1421 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife I'm not one to tell anyone that they should do this or that, but I would suggest you google sway control and see how it could be beneficial. I believe Curt sells an add on sway control system for that hitch. That is a pretty long trailer for that truck and anti-sway seems appropriate.

@Robert-bq9xh 2 жыл бұрын

Is this a good truck to buy at 80k miles ? Hmm. I currently have a 2019 ford and I'm having trans issues

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Have it checked out first. I have had 3 fords in the last 15 yrs. Expedition (bad trans). Lincoln Mark LT (bad trans) and an F-150 XLT no issues. All with 6 speeds. You just never know. The F-150 lives with a trailer permanently attached as a work crew truck

@Robert-bq9xh 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife I had it fixed I had a bad jerk on the highway then trans heated up was in the shop a month and all they replaced was the trans cooler and reprogrammed pcm now my 4 and 8 gears aren't going smoothly minor jerk and it's annoying

@shawnl4756 9 ай бұрын

Where did you get your WDH from?

@Donslife 9 ай бұрын

From the RV dealer where I bought the trailer

@DarkenFool 2 жыл бұрын

Does your HUD shake quite a bit on bumpy roads?

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t noticed nor have I been trying to check. I will make it a point to drive on some washboard gravel and see when the chance arises

@DarkenFool 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife The moment i go offroad the HUD gets extremely vibratey even driving down the coquihalla it can move around so i end up turning it off most of the time. That being said; when i give my dash a gentle smack near the HUD; barely moves. Smack it around the 8" Screen... Really moves around. Crazy.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@DarkenFool I absolutely have not seen anything like that. I will monitor mine

@beerbelly6670 2 жыл бұрын

What’s your payload on the truck. You have to be close to max or over.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Max is 8800 for my truck. I was about 80-85% including fuel and passengers. I tow the trailer dry too. The point of the video was to review towing at closer to max capacity. I wouldn’t and don’t promote unsafe towing.

@beerbelly6670 2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife was just wanting to know what the door sticker said for your max payload

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

I should’ve mentioned the trailer is on the light side for its length. Fibreglass construction and about 6400lbs dry. We bring lots of cargo in the SUV which tows the boat.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

@@beerbelly6670 1444lbs

@torkgasm 2 жыл бұрын

Would you trust that half ton 6.2 truck in the mountains to tow that much weight? Your trip looked pretty flat.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Short answer - Yes I would trust it based on my experience and set up. The biggest drawback is small fuel tank. Tires with a better load range would be good too. I towed this trailer through the Rocky Mountains with my 2013 Denali 6.2 at least 10 times and it was fine. The 6 speed transmission was strong but annoying with very limited gear options.

@LuisMartinez-yx9jl Жыл бұрын

Does your at4 have a 2 speed transfer case?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

2 speed

@tedmanning576 Жыл бұрын

Are you still running the 1.5 spacers??

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Yes I am. Been great. No issues at all

@tedmanning576 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I have been on the fence about getting some. I do little to no towing but I always worry about spacers. Thanks for the great content.

@Hotshot80640 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a furrion backup camera

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

I have the technology package option that came with the truck. 7 cameras!

@yamaharv3190 Жыл бұрын

How tall is your travel trailer ?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Height 9.25 ft. (111 in.) Interior Height 6.67 ft. (80 in.)

@threadoflife Жыл бұрын

Do you think I could tow a 2019 Fuel 287 Toy Hauler with an 8760 dry weight loaded with a 4 seater rzr turbo s4? I know it will be heavy but I’m hoping it can handle it to get me where I’m going. I have a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 3.0 Duramax Diesel I do have bags and plan on getting a tune for my truck as well as soon as it releases.

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

It’s a job for the 2500 not the 1500. You’re close to a 100% of the max towing capacity with the trailer alone. I wouldn’t do it even though it would probably pull the extra weight. Not a safe move.

@wesadams7560 Жыл бұрын

Is that Sierra a 1500 or 2500?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

1500

@wesadams7560 Жыл бұрын

@@Donslife Thank you sir! what kind of mpg do you average not towing and towing?

@wesadams7560 Жыл бұрын

@@Donslife I'm stuck between the 6.2 and the 3 liter dmax

@THEBHGROUP1 5 ай бұрын

Why wouldn’t you just buy an HD truck in this case? if you are adding air bags you are acknowledging you are outside the bounds of the truck

@Donslife 5 ай бұрын

80% of the towing weight isn’t beyond the capabilities of the truck.

@at4life95 3 жыл бұрын

Help me!! How do I turn the air on for the back seat of my at4 haha

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

😂 what ever the front fan setting is will affect the airflow into the backseat through the console. The back vents do not blow as hard as the front vents do.

@at4life95 3 жыл бұрын

I was so damn confused haha thanks yea they really don't put out too much air but do the job

@ryans2004 2 жыл бұрын

If there is poor airflow it may not be programmed correctly from the factory. Had to have rear vents reprogrammed on my 2020 HD AT4 so could be the same in the 1500’s.

@at4life95 2 жыл бұрын

@@ryans2004Thank you!! will have to look into it!! Because there really is poor airflow!! Did you go to the dealership to have that done??

@ryans2004 2 жыл бұрын

@@at4life95 yes, it’s warranty work. Invoice shows “relearn HVAC controls”.

@edwardpate6128 2 жыл бұрын

I think you would be much better off with the 3.0 Duramax than the 6.2.

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe right but at the time I found a truck, there was not any 3.0’s around with all the rest of the options I wanted.

@pipedesigner 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is a billionaire

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

More like a thousandaire 😊

@dancamon 3 жыл бұрын

Why did you have to move camp sites? Thats crazy lol

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

Soooo frustrating. Since Covid, everyone has been booking sites online 4 months in advance and then not showing up or cancelling.

@dancamon 3 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife that is very frustrating! I have been watching a lot of your videos lately since I’m still waiting for my summit white AT4 to arrive at the dealership. Love the channel and keep the content coming!

@Donslife 3 жыл бұрын

@@dancamon thank man! I will try

@trayton103 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like Saskatchewan

@Donslife 2 жыл бұрын

You know it!

@kream926 Жыл бұрын

how the hell did you get 30k subs?

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Wow

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

And how many are you at?

@kream926 Жыл бұрын

@@Donslife literally one

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

@@kream926 It took 3 yrs and hundreds of videos, but thats how I got to 30k. Most of my early content is pretty rough since I am still figuring it out as I go

@ToddMcF2002 Жыл бұрын

You've got to be WAAAY over your payload capacity. The way the manufacturers quote towing capacity is horribly misleading

@Donslife Жыл бұрын

Nope. Just close to Max capacity, which is the point of the video. It is a 6400 lbs trailer dry with some cargo and 4 bicycles in the truck box. Mine specs: Payload 1444lbs Conventional Trailer 8800lbs GVRW 7000lbs Curb weight 5556lbs The AT4’s tow the least of GMC 1/2 tons. The powertrain isn’t the issue, the suspension lift is