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2,400-lb Capacity. These hollow rubber springs sit above the rear axle to help stabilize and level your vehicle. They also provide a more comfortable ride by absorbing road shock and improving roll stability.
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Whether you're hauling heavy loads in your bed or cargo area or towing a trailer, you will often see the rear of your vehicle sag while the front end rises. In these cases, the rear axle is handling not only the weight of the cargo, but also more of the vehicle's weight. Because less weight is on the front axle, the front tires are making less contact with the road. Overall handling - traction, steering, and braking - is negatively affected. But the resistance from Timbren's Suspension Enhancement System works with your factory suspension to keep your vehicle level and improve your driving experience.
The Timbren system comes with custom-fit brackets that are bolted onto each frame rail above your rear axle. Hollow rubber springs are bolted to the bottom of the bracket and hang down to where the bottom of the leaf spring sits, 1" above the axle. The inch of clearance allows the existing factory suspension to operate normally under light loads and standard terrain, ensuring the smooth, comfortable ride that you are used to.
Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems are designed to work progressively. When the hollow rubber springs are compressed, the convoluted design causes them to quickly collapse along the folds. Once the folds are compacted, the stacked barrel shape increases resistance, stiffening the suspension and keeping your vehicle level.
Each hollow rubber spring works independently to support the driver's-side or passenger's-side of your vehicle. This is helpful when you swerve or make sharp turns. Each spring is activated when it is needed, so body roll is greatly reduced. The independent action also works well when you are hauling off-center loads.
Because your vehicle handles better with the springs, less turbulence will be passed along to the trailer and this helps to keep the trailer in line. Your driving comfort is further enhanced if the trailer does begin to sway (from a gust of wind or a passing semi) because the movement from the trailer is not transferred to your vehicle. This also works to make the sway subside more quickly.
Another great feature of the rubber construction is that the springs absorb most of the road shock, creating a smoother, more stable ride overall. Wear and tear on the factory suspension is also lessened because the rubber springs work to prevent bottoming out on rough roads.
Timbren's Suspension Enhancement Systems are much easier to maintain than air springs - there are no air hoses to run, no compressors or gauges to hook up, and no manual adjustments to make. The rubber construction makes Timbren's springs more elastic than similar products constructed of microcellular urethane. And more elasticity allows for a more comfortable ride because the rubber has more travel.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (3943 Customer Reviews)
2,400-lb Capacity. These hollow rubber springs sit above the rear axle to help stabilize and level your vehicle. They also provide a more comfortable ride by absorbing road shock and improving roll stability.Painful to install because of poor design. If you are installing this on an AWD Sienna, don't bother. Take it to a mechanic. They have a lift and all the necessary tools. I work on everything on my own cars, the only thing I don't do is alignments, because I don't have a machine for that. But this was an absurd installation. The components are low quality and the design could use some improvement. The nut with the backing plate you see in the picture is full of paint. I've had 2 kits and they all had the same problem. You might think you can push through the paint with the bolt, but you can't, at least not safely. So you'll need a tap and die kit. Then you'll need a bench vise to hold the nut in. There are tons of older reviews mentioning this, but the manufacturer must not read reviews because they haven't fixed the issue. Then you'll need to buy or rent a spring compressor set because the rear axle won't let the suspension down low enough as in the video of the FWD Sienna. You'll also need some large prybars or wrecking bar, but for one of my springs I had to use a ratchet strap to pull it out, and on another spring I had to use it to pull it back into place. You'll definitely want some solid jack stands if you don't have a lift, like the ones with the locking pin in them, and get some pinch weld pucks, and of course you'll need a floor jack, preferably 2. But the stupidest part of the design is the thin backing plate on the nut. I can't believe how easy it is to bend as you tighten it. The used kit that was sent to me once was already bent so I know I'm not the only one that has seen this issue. The trick is to put your finger up behind to feel it while you tighten to make sure it doesn't bend. It also has no lip on it to hold it into the upper spring mount, so if it's not tight enough, it could just get in the right position and wiggle out and then your rubber piece would be flopping around in your spring. A simple lip and thicker metal would solve these problems. Then you have the odd sized 5.5mm allen key for the lower piece. A lot of hex key kits don't come with 5.5mm If you don't already have all of these tools mentioned, just take it to a mechanic. Even if you do have all of these tools, you might still want to take it to a mechanic, unless you actually like your mechanic. If you have a FWD Sienna, then maybe it's tolerable.
Jenny N - 04/08/2022Very Poor and unsatisfactory. Box arrived unsealed with no attempt to tape box closed from shipper or manufacturer. Hardware is the worst quality control I have seen in 25 years of working with automotive parts. The 3/8 nut welded to the flat bar was painted inside 75% of the threads and the nut and bolt are stripping trying to clean up the threads. The welding and painting is very poor quality on all parts. Paint shows bare steel in many locations. The nuts and bolts are plain steel and not protected from corrosion at all except where they got paint from the flat bar inside the threaded nut!
Sierra K - 12/07/2021My van never scraped my driveway, but comes very close. The steering was effected by power a wheelchair in the trunk. The kit gave me 1 more inch of clearance. Installation was was easy with a spring compressor. However I needed to tap the nut on the T nut plate insert for both sides. The nut was not threading on to retain the rubber spring until I tapped it.
Tried to order part first time, rotten customer service. Called back spoke to manager, much better service received part very quickly. Unfortunately part had bad bolts and or nuts, would not work together. Manager said if I had any problems I could call her number directly and she would take care of it. Have tried to reach her for three days no response. Called regular etrailer number and they want pictures sent to them and then it would have to be reviewed and I was informed I they were behind schedule, so only could guess how long it would take. Sending parts back and demanding refund. Have been doing business with etrailer for many years and this is the thanks I get for being a long time customer. Will not be shopping with etrailer ever again
Brooke M - 05/04/2022I did not encounter any issues with the install on my 2011 Sienna awd. However, in order to do the install you need a spring compressor, which I did not feel comfortable with so I ended up taking my van to a 4x4 shop. I like the do nothing/maintenance free aspect of the kit over airbags.
This did the trick. My 2007 Toyota Sienna rides higher when I tow my popup. I installed myself at my friends house. Do both sides at once to make it easier. When both wheels (hubs) are off the ground and both rear shocks are removed it makes taking the spring out alot easier. We struggled with the first spring because we didn't do this.
Use my van for deliveries from time to time. It feels more stable with the Timbren system. There is less sway under heavy loads and the suspension doesn't drop as much. Would buy again if needed.
I purchased the Timbren suspension booster to reduce the sag when pulling our pop up trailer behind our 2010 Sienna. It works well for that. The Sienna rides quite firm however even when we are not pulling the trailer.
I installed these on a customers Toyota Sienna and to be truthful I didn't think he would be happy with them. The next day he had seven adults in the van to go on their weekly hike and when I asked him how he likes them he couldn't be happier. So apparently they do what they are supposed to.
dependable a - 04/25/2015This is a great product. I installed it on my 2006 Toyota Sienna with new shocks. We tow a pop-up camper and would bottom out sometimes. It also improved the way the van drove with a load attached to it. Well worth the money.
Out of the box I was not impressed with this product. I had the spring removed from the van upon their arrival. After looking at the manufactures instructions, which were minimal. And a size up, holding the parts in place. There was no way the springs were going back in after this thing was installed, even after compression. Go for the air bags, which for me have worked well in the past on other vehicles. There adjustable, and have longevety and installed without spring removal. Sorry I tried something different.
good product
did not do what I wanted it to do.
Needed this to lift and stabilize the rear end of my 2012 Sienna. Works very well!
Does exactly what it's supposed to do.
Add stubility to your van.
Works great! Fits Great! overall excellent quality!
Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
I used this on my Isuzu tow truck. The blocks in and of themselves are fine, they support the weight. Here's the problem: They are pre-loaded, meaning that they always touch between the frame and the rear axle. As you load the vehicle this puts more pressure on the frame in this 5" area where the blocks are. The springs have not yet taken as much weight as they normally would. Now, all this upward pinpoint pressure bends the frame. This is what happened to me on my rollback tow truck. After many hours and now double plating the frame all is well again, but a tremendous amount of work. Yes, the blocks are fine, but the result of installing this product resulted in a bent frame. The vehicle was not overloaded and was within the GVWR.
Jenny N - 01/20/2022Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
Product is high quality, all parts fit well and I didn’t have to force anything. High strength thick steel, and the jounce bumpers are seriously heavy duty. I haven’t had a load on the truck (98 Ram 3500) since install a few days ago, so they haven’t touched the base plates yet. One thing I’m concerned with is the jounce bumpers are touching and are right up against the lift blocks and U bolts. I’m unsure of the longevity these bumpers will have after a heavy load is on them and they are constantly rubbing on the hardware. Also, as the load gets heavier they expand outward as they flatten out so I’m also concerned with if that will push my lift blocks outward and mess with the suspension. I’m prepping for a slide in camper and when I get it I will have to take a look and see what effects that weight has on the suspension, the bumpers, and ride quality.
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Jenny N - 01/05/2022Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
First, this is the third truck have have put Timbren SES on, so I am a big fan of this option for a pickup truck. There is no impact to the ride when the bed is empty, when loaded it is a big improvement keeping the truck is a level position, reduced sway.. I would have given this 5 stars, except the lower bracket is rusting. All the other parts are painted black except this one part - see picture... This is after one year, truck is parked in a garage in NC (not a high snow/salt state)...
KLM - 01/05/2022Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
Installed on 98 Ram 3500 pickup. Haven't put a load on it yet, but it installed very easily and fits well. Driver's side spring brackets were a bit harder to install than the passenger side, but still overall easy. One con was the powder coat finish was worn off in spots right after opening the box. Not sure if the packaging is to blame or what, but in general the packaging never seems to be that great on the etrailer products I've ordered (just brown packing paper).
Sierra K - 01/18/2022Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
Highly recommend for anyone towing. Leaf springs were flattened out prior to install. Swapped the bump stops out for Timbrens in a campground before making a 1000+ mile trip home. They work amazing leveled the truck out while towing and absorb the bad bumps.
David B - 08/23/2021Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
I have a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 pick up truck (elevation package) in which I added a 3.5 inch ROUGH COUNTRY KNUCKLE LIFT KIT with Front Struts. The rear distance between the bump stop's metal cup just under the frame and the the rear axle is 8.25 inches with an empty truck bed and a quarter tank of gas. I gave the professional this information on my truck and what I needed; they e mailed back the kit with only 1.5 additional spacers on each side of the truck, Ok. I still came up with 2.25 inch space with an empty truck bed on both sides. I feel More TIMBREN PRODUCTS WOULD be SOLD if websites carried information All together for the average people to buy at their finger tips. It would have been easier for me if the following were all grouped together for my truck : TIMBREN Rear Suspension Enhancement System TGMRCK15S (that has 3/8 bushing) which is actual about 4.5 inches not 5inches in height. FOR TRUCKS with LIFT KITS spacers are required with the same 3/8 bushings 1 inch spacer (that has 3/8 bushing) A25723-90AHOO 1/2 inch spacer (that has a 3/8 bushing) TA25722-90POO I required an additional 1 inch spacer on both sides than I was e mailed. It would also be easier if I could buy the additional bolts grouped with my additional 2.5 spacing on both sides of my truck on the web site, than going to the hardware store. I would pay the additional cost. So all together for my 3.5 ROUGH COUNTRY LIFT, I required 2.5 inch spacers on both sides with the 4.5 height kit which = 7 inches . I haul my 4 wheeler in the bed and broke a level spring years ago. On other occasions I place fire wood in the truck bed. TIMBREN is the way to go, it will be there when I put weight in the bed of truck; be it a 4 wheeler or wood. Friends of mine have air bag systems that leak over time and are much more in price. You can not go wrong with TIMBREN. When installing, remove salt and sand near top of original bump stop bolt, apply PB blast wait 10 minutes use a breaker bar with easy removal. Go to the hardware store to get longer bolts. When installing have to jack up the back of the truck under the towing package to get space to use tools to add new TIMBREN PRODUCTS.
Joe - 03/23/2022Review from a similar Timbren Aeon Spring System in Vehicle Suspension
I was very impressed with the easy installation and the performance of the product. I can easily put a 1 yard of top soil in my Ram 1500 and my truck carry it level , no problem. No more snag In the rear. I also find towing a trailer much better. No worries about blowing air bags, this product is maintenance free. Love it, it simple and it works great. Highly recommend
Anthony L - 05/31/2021
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