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1,000-lb Capacity. Upgrade your vehicle's rear suspension with these maintenance-free helper springs. Sturdy microcellular urethane springs cushion bumps and help support a heavy load to level your ride and minimize sway. No-drill installation.
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Towing or hauling a heavy load can cause rear sag as your factory suspension compresses under the weight of the load. This means that the rear axle is trying to support not only the extra load but also the weight of your vehicle. And because there is less weight on your front axle, your front tires make less contact with the road, which causes problems with traction, steering, and braking. SumoSprings upgrade your vehicle's factory suspension to level your vehicle, improve driving performance, and keep your ride comfortable.
SumoSprings provide progressive load control - the more you load them, the stiffer they become. With a lighter load, the springs will compress easily for soft engagement and a less bumpy ride. The closed-cell urethane material allows for smooth contact between the springs and your vehicle. And the springs act like a shock absorber to dampen road vibration.
The springs can also compress by as much as 80 percent to support a heavy rear load and to help your factory suspension bear up under the load. This evens out the weight, which levels your vehicle and ensures that your front tires are making better contact with the road. A level ride means that you have improved driving control, ensures safe headlight aim, and helps to minimize sway. The springs also support your factory suspension, which helps prevent sagging and reduces bottoming out.
The springs work independently from one another to support each side of your vehicle. This action helps to reduce body roll when you make a sharp turn. This also helps compensate for an off-center load.
These microcellular urethane springs are tough. They resist abrasion, oil, salt, and UV rays that can more quickly wear out other springs, and they perform well in temperatures ranging from -25 F to 200 F (-33 C to 93 C).
SumoSprings compress vertically with minimum expansion to the sides, so they won't be damaged by nearby mechanical parts and they fit safely into tighter spots. And unlike air springs, SumoSprings require no maintenance or adjustment.
The helper springs are custom designed to fit your vehicle, and they install easily - no drilling required.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Jeff: Hello everybody. This is Jeff etrailer.com. Today, we're going to take a look at the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs for your rear axle. Now, this is a custom fit part. It is designed to fit the 1996 and newer Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana 2500 and 3500 vans. And on a custom fit part like this, I always like to recommend for you to go to our website, use the fit guide, put in your year and model vehicle, and it'll show you if this will work for your application.
Now, these helper springs will upgrade your vehicle's rear suspension for improved driver control and comfort. Helps keep your vehicle level when you're towing or hauling a heavy load, helps to absorb bumps and shocks, and it'll even help minimize sway. It does use progressive load control, which means the springs will compress according to the weight of your cargo.So if you have a lighter load on it, the springs will compress easily at first for nice soft engagement and a less bumpy ride. And if you have a heavier load on it, the springs will compress by as much as 80% for support. The Springs do work independently from each other to compensate for any off-center loads.
Helps reduce body roll during sharp turns. And they are made of a durable microcellular urethane. They are designed to work in temperatures from a -25 degrees Fahrenheit up to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. And the urethane will resist damage that can be caused by oils, road salts, and UV rays. They offer minimal lateral expansion, meaning the Springs will compress vertically instead of to the sides, so they aren't easily damaged when operating in tight spaces.And what's nice about them is they are maintenance-free.
You don't have to worry about any tubing to run or air pressure to monitor like with air springs. There are a simple no-drill installation. They do come with a nice set of detailed instructions on the installation. It does include the two jounce-style springs with the hardware, and even a tube of thread locker to put on the threads when you install it. These parts are made in the USA.
Few specs on this: The weight capacity at 50% compression is 1,000 pounds. And one last note is the SumoSprings will not increase your vehicle's weight carrying capacity. But that should do it for the review on the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs for the rear axle.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (1702 Customer Reviews)
1,000-lb Capacity. Upgrade your vehicle's rear suspension with these maintenance-free helper springs. Sturdy microcellular urethane springs cushion bumps and help support a heavy load to level your ride and minimize sway. No-drill installation.Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
First off, these won't fix worn out suspension components, they are designed to improve ride quality by reducing sag/porpoising, especially on heavier vehicles.
Our 2010 Roadtrek 210P (75k miles) is a great rv but essentially a big heavy tub going down the road. Has the tendency to lean and wallow front to back. New shocks and all suspension is good, as mentioned make sure that stuff is all in good shape.
Pics show the oem stops vs the SS stops. Big difference - you may assume ride gets harsh but not the case. The oem stops were very tired and didn't do much. The preload on the new SS stops is just about perfect - any weight changes are very progressive which takes the harshness out of the ride. I didn't really see any change to ride height either.
Road manners are improved, there's a bit more resistance to lean, but the main difference is that the front end doesn't try to change height as readily with the back end.
Not a big deal to install. Youbdont need to pull the wheels, just turn them side to side to get to the stops. Pop out the old stops and clean the retaining cups with a wire brush and some brake clean. I used syl-glyde on the new stops to help get them into place. I also used a crowbar under the stop to push it into the cup while making sure the 4 tabs captured the top of the stop. Final step was to lower the van and give it a drive, then check to ensure the fit was good. The key here is to clean the cup first and use a bit of lube on the new stop.
Very pleased and I'll be installing SS on the back end soon. Yup, they're pricey but they are good quality with a limited lifetime warranty.
Roadtrek - 01/05/2023
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
I installed Sumo Springs on our 06 Xterra right after we bought our Casita 17' trailer. The back of the X squatted a bit more than I liked. I had also noticed before some tendency to bottom out if the car was full of people and stuff. These ingenious devices are a perfect solution for me! They are about 3/4" clear of being engaged with the axle when unloaded, so the ride is not overly affected, but progressively take up some of the weight when the back end starts coming down with load. It now sits very nicely with the trailer connected, no weight distributing hitch and stuff in the back, and no more bottoming. We've put a good number of miles on the X in the last year, towing and not towing, and they are still doing the job.
I should note, the back of my Xterra is lifted about an inch with AAL springs. If that were not the case, the Sumo Springs would be engaged all the time. That will vary with vehicle.
I will also note that they are non-adjustable, unlike airbags. I kinda like that, I didn't want to mess with adjusting air pressure and such. But once they do start kicking in as one or both wheels travel, they do stiffen it up quite a bit. I mean, there's no way around that; you can't take load without stiffening the suspension. As such I think they inhibit upward axle articulation a bit when 4-wheeling, but for us that's not a big deal. Since they do not connect to the axle, they don't affect downward articulation at all.
The pics are shortly after installation, one with the car unloaded, and two with trailer and gear loaded up.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Parts arrived on schedule. At first I thought that the parts did not fit my truck, so I called customer service and they immediately started to send me a return label and refund. It turned out that I was wrong, and the parts did fit. I called them back cancelled the refund action.
Great friendly service!
I also found that the price I paid was much cheaper than [online store]. I highly recommend etrailer!
David B - 05/31/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Very straight forward installation. Simple. very noticeable difference under load. Towing with the gooseneck also an improvement, looking forward to the longer road trip test. So far pleased with the product and results
Richard J - 06/04/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
I would have give it a 5star but the bolts are 1/4” I think it should be at least minimum of 3/8” or1/2” bolts to hold the sumo springs. I like them toed the camper handles very well. Wishi got these a long time ago worth getting. With out camper can tell that it’s there but rides ok. I wanted the same ride it not quite. I ask what the how high they are said 5” with bracket but it’s actually 6” with bracket see picture. I would recommend getting the sumo springs ssr-610-47.
Luc - 04/18/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Seems very robust. Looking forward to towing the trailer in the spring! Relatively easy to install, but thanks to a little [online] search, I was able to install them more easily. The steps for installation did not call for any lubrication of the top of the spring in order to get it into place, but it definitely needed it. I took multiple attempts to try and install them without and they simply wouldn't slip into place. I used a little bit of Simple Green in order to provide the lubrication that they needed to slip into place. It worked on the first attempt. OE bump-stops included in the picture next to the new Sumo Springs.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
I had Sumo helper springs installed on my Winnebago Sprinter RV both front and back. It made an amazing difference! It no longer felt like riding in a Conestoga wagon…swaying side to side and bouncing everything to the floor. The ride is now smooth. Driving was easier. Turns are suddenly level instead of feeling like I might turn over. I could not be happier with these products! And it only took 20 minutes to install all four!
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
2015 Frontier Crew cab Desert Runner (purchased the yellow Sumo Springs). Easiest install ever! 18mm deep socket and long breaker bar for breaking nuts loose. Removed factory bumpstop, install sumo bracket and retighten U bolts to 58 foot pounds. After installing both brackets, lifted back of truck up 4 inches to install sumo spring with blue lock tight on bracket bolt, tighten sumo spring onto bracket and lowered truck off the jack. Overall it raised the back of my truck bed 1 inch. Ride is stiffer with no bed roll in the turns. Loaded my 24 foot travel trailer with load leveler- equalizer bars and gained 3 inches (less “squat”.) Truck is level now vs nose high (without the sumo springs). Definitely an upgrade that was needed in 2015 when I first bought the truck!!!
Mike M - 02/01/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Took all but 15 minutes each side to install. Haven't hooked up trailer yet, but looking forward to see how it handles.
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I wish I installed these earlier on my Ram Promaster converted into a camper van, the improvement in stability, feel and peace of mind. No longer blown around in high wind, better towing for my boat, firmer feel just driving normal. Hard to describe all the benefits but for how reasonable they are priced and ease of installation certainly wish I had these day one when I bought the van. 100% will install these again on future vehicles and would definitely recommend this to any and everyone
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
I gave the SumoSprings an initial rating of 4-stars because they do work as advertised. During the first thousand miles I've driven since installing them on my 2019 Toyota 4Runner, I have noticed they contact the rear axle much sooner than the OEM bumper stops which serves to quickly increase the suspension's resistance to any further downward motion of the truck's body - which not only dampens excessive rear end "dipping" on rough terrain, but also works well to prevent any appreciable rear end squatting from the tongue weight of my heavy 2-axle utility trailer.
I reduced my initial rating by one star because, while they centered on the mounting bracket holes in the same manner as the OEM bumper, I wasn't able to center the SumoSprings over the rear axle even after pushing them as far forward as the elongated bolt holes would allow.
Since the center of the SumoSpring pad (midway in the adjustment range of the elongated bolt holes) is in exact vertical alignment as the center of the OEM bumper, the only explanation would be that the 4Runner's coil-spring rear suspension has a slightly arced rear-axle "full travel" range as it rises upward from the lowest to highest position. If that "full travel arc" moves the axle to its rearmost position when the suspension is at full compression (where it contacts the OEM bumper), the "full travel arc" would then move the axle about 1/2" forward during the downward portion of the arc back to the normal ride position.
Therefore, since the surface of SumoSpring's long cushion pad is very close to the axle when it's in the normal ride position, that would explain why the SumoSpring at its farthest forward adjustment position is still about 1/4" to the rear of being centered on the axle(even though the SumoSpring in that position is now a bit further forward from vertical center of the OEM bumper).
However, since the rear axle's upward travel moves it slightly to the rear (and more toward center-mass of the SumoSpring's cushion pad), perhaps it won't suffer any premature deterioration or failure - but only time will tell about the SumoSpring's durability and longevity.
Jenny N - 10/27/2021 Brent - 10/22/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
I just finished installing the Sumo Springs to my 2020 Ram 3500. The install was super easy. Instruction were easy to follow and the whole thing took less time than I thought. I won’t know how they perform until I pull the 5er out of storage this spring, but I am ready. My only question and the reason for 4 stars instead of 5 was I thought they would sit closer to the axle than they did, may 2” from axle and I would have liked may 1” maybe I could have used another spacer and longer flat head screw to bring it closer but we will see when I put the weight on the truck. I included picks if someone wants to give me their opinion. So far I am really happy with them.
Brian - 01/31/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
They help. My 2016 F250 feels more stable towing my 8500 pound travel trailer along with the EZ lift springs, plus Bilstein shocks.
A good combination upgrade I can afford and install myself in my driveway.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
I installed these myself on a 2020 F150 XLT 4x4 in half an hour. There was no need for a jack or jack stands because the ride height of the stock suspension allowed just enough room. As you can see in the photos, the assembly is about 9” tall, the same distance between the frame and the axle. The ride height remained the same as before using the 1” spacer! The instructions did fail to mention that a 15mm socket is needed to tighten the new hardware.
I do have a concern about the shape of the spring at the axle being unlike the oem bump stop. Why couldn’t the spring have the same contour so that deflection would be minimized? I say this because of the very close proximity of the brake lines and wiring harness to the helper spring, especially on the driver’s side. It would be interesting to film the movement of the helper spring as this vehicle is driven over rough roads to see just how close it comes to the brake lines. I’m not completely satisfied in the design, so we’ll see how this goes.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
The SumoSprings Helper springs have too much clearance between the spring and the axle. Probably because I have helper springs on the rear axle which raises the Sprinter somewhat.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Made towing TT with my Toyota Tundra much better. My camper has a tongue weight over 900 pounds. Made bridge crossing and overpasses much smoother.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
The massive ride feel improvement, I have a topper and drawers in the rear of my Tacoma. With the SumoSprings and medium-duty Old Man Emu leaf springs, the truck does not feel any hint of bucking or kicking anymore.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
We pull an off-road teardrop camper with our 2013 Toyota Tacoma and were looking for a little help with the rear end sag when we have that hitched plus putting some weight in the back of the truck (firewood, water, etc). Our Tacoma is lifted (2.5") but the lift kept the stock springs with an added Deaver leaf to help with the notoriously soft Toyota springs. However, with the shell and ~300 pounds of weight in the back, it still sagged, especially with another 250 lbs of tongue weight from the trailer. The Sumos have eliminated that sag, even with bigger loads in the bed, eliminated body roll (also notoriously bad with Tacomas) and didn't destroy the ride for day to day driving. There might be a slight bit more stiffness when hitting speed bumps, but definitely not bad at all. If anything, I would say it IMPROVED the ride and handling.
The springs themselves were simple to install, less than half an hour start to finish. Some reviews have said they were bumping the frame after installing but we had about 1/2" gap on both sides. The only "specialty" tool would be a torque wrench capable of 90 lbs to get it to spec.
We considered Firestone air bags but after talking with the reps at e-trailer, we decided on these and couldn't be happier. Reasonably priced (half the price of air bags), no maintenance, great customer service...can't argue with anything at all.
Barry - 08/07/2021Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
After about a year of installing Sumo springs on my 2002 Tundra, I am still quite pleased. I have driven about 15K miles with them in and while pulling a 2 axle travel trailer with about 600 pounds of tongue weight with weight distributing hitch plus another 500+ pounds of stuff in the back of the truck. Much improved ride and handling. Cheap money well spent.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
The sumo springs have been a very good addition to my Toyota Tacoma DCLB. I added a leaf and changed the shocks at the same time I added the sumo and the truck rides about a half inch above the sumo. I definitely can feel the sumo kick in when I compress the rear on bumps etc. non loaded. It’s not a bad thing but I don’t get the same travel but I also don’t slam on the bump stop. With that said, both driving with a loaded up truck and trailering has been much better than before. I can definitely tell the sumo doing its job. I towed a 4000lb boat the other day and the truck behaved perfectly.
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
As advertised very easy to install these Sumo Springs on my 21GMC 1500. I only installed the plate not the 1” spacer. I tow an RV and expect the ride to be more balanced and able to carry more “stuff”. Ride after install is still smooth but on larger bumps I can notice stiffness. Very satisfied right now
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Easy to install. One easy hour and did not take tires off.
2013 Tacoma Pre-Runner
John - - 08/30/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Installed these SumoSprings on my 2019 Silverado RST 4x4 to help reduce bounce/sway when towing a small travel trailer. Very easy and fast installation (less than an hour total) and a perfect fit. Haven't towed trailer yet, but did hook up trailer and found the SumoSprings reduced truck rear sag by about an inch. Believe this will be a big improvement over stock bumpstops.
Robert - 11/20/2022Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
This product is a excellent addition to my 2018 ram 2500 when I hook up my reflection 280rs fifth wheel the truck squats less than a inch with the factory coil rear springs and the ride is smooth and no jerking
Review from a similar SumoSprings Solo in Vehicle Suspension
Absolutely love these! Had them on my 2004 Toyota Tundra for a year now and have been extremely impressed of how the truck handles with and without heavy loads. Worth every penny.
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