We experienced a good bit of sag with our setup so we installed Timbren SES bump stop replacements.
2021 Ford F-350 SRW Short Bed 7.3L Gas
3,787 lbs payload
20k lbs tow capacity
2021 Montana High Country 335BH
12,500 lbs dry
15,000 lbs loaded
A sharp eye may catch that I am using the severe service version of the Timbren SES. On our AT4 HD we used the normal Timbren SES setup, which is softer. I want to try out new products so I can share my thoughts on RU-vid. I'm going to stick with this setup a bit longer, but I'm thinking these are a bit too stiff. If you want my recommendation as of right now, I suggest going with the regular Timbren setup. After a few more tows, I might switch to the normal Timbren setup on my Ford to get a good comparison.
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SumoSprings offer a similar product made from stiff foam instead of rubber. They are a similar price and just as easy to install. I've heard good things but have not used them myself. I hear they are better than Timbrens in constant load situations, like a motorhome.
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Travel trailers with weight distribution hitches:
Suspension enhancements are generally not a good idea. The rig may look better, but that doesn’t mean it is better
Weight distribution hitches generally rely on the dip between the truck and trailer in order to transfer weight away from the drive axle. The bars on the Equalizer, for example, create tension across the low point to spread weight forward to the steer axle and back to the trailer axle(s). By jacking up the rear axle with Timbrens, SumoSprings, or airbags, less weight is distributed. This may be okay, but it depends on your vehicle numbers. You. may very well be better off with just the WDH.
Need a weight-distribution hitch? We had a good experience with the Equalizer. It is a bit noisy. There are pads to quiet it down a bit.
I've heard good things about the Blue Ox hitch, but no personal experience.
5 окт 2024
