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Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle

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8,600-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. Easy to install and use. Great Prices for the best vehicle suspension from Timbren. Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle part number TFR250SDJ can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Timbren Vehicle Suspension

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • 8,600-lb Load Support: Keeps your truck level to reduce squat and improve steering under heavy weight.
  • Smoother, More Stable Ride: Rubber springs absorb road shock and limit body roll for better control.
  • Zero Maintenance Required: No air lines or compressors to manage—just bolt on and go.
  • DIY-Friendly Install: Mounts directly to the frame with custom brackets and no drilling needed.
  • Long-Term Suspension Protection: Cushions bumps and prevents bottoming out to extend factory spring life.

Features to know about

Stay Level and Confident Under Load: 8,600-lb Rear Suspension Support

Heavy trailers and bed loads can make the rear sag and the front rise. The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System adds up to 8,600 lbs of load-leveling support to keep your vehicle level when towing or hauling. The hollow rubber springs mount above the axle to share the weight with your factory suspension, improving stability, braking, and steering while keeping headlights aimed where they should be.

Truck bed loaded with heavy cargo showing rear sag and lifted front end demonstrating need for Timbren suspension enhancement

Smooth Out Rough Roads: Progressive Rubber Springs Absorb Shock

Each Aeon hollow rubber spring cushions bumps and rough terrain by flexing progressively as more weight is added. Under light loads, they allow normal suspension travel for a comfortable ride. As the load increases, the springs stiffen to absorb road shock and prevent bottoming out. This setup reduces wear on your stock suspension and gives a smoother, more controlled feel when the road gets uneven.

Animation showing compressed Timbren rubber spring demonstrating progressive load support design

Empty truck driving on rough road illustrating shock absorption benefits provided by Timbren suspension system

Handle Off-Center Loads and Curves with Ease: Independent Side-to-Side Action

Each spring works independently to support its side of the vehicle. This design helps correct off-center loads and cuts down on body roll when cornering or swerving. Whether it’s crosswinds, uneven pavement, or a trailer tugging behind you, the truck stays more level and planted so you can steer with confidence.

Timbren suspension system illustration preventing vehicle body roll and squat during cornering or heavy loads

Illustration showing reduced trailer sway with Timbren suspension system improving towing stability

Set It Up Once and Go: Simple Bolt-On Installation

No airlines, compressors, or manual adjustments needed. The custom-fit brackets bolt directly to each frame rail above the rear axle with included hardware—no drilling required. Once installed, the springs automatically engage only when needed, giving you support under load without changing how your truck rides when empty.

Diagram showing Timbren suspension springs mounted above axle in loaded and unloaded positions for rear suspension support

Specs

Weight and Capacity

  • Load-leveling capacity: 8,600 lbs

Warranty

  • Warranty: Lifetime warranty
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Note

  • Important: Timbren springs will not increase your vehicle's weight-carrying capacity. Do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended weight limit.

FR250SDJ Timbren SES with Aeon Hollow Rubber Springs - Rear Axle

Item # TFR250SDJ

Installation Details TFR250SDJ Installation instructions

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8,600-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. Easy to install and use.

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Great product. Easy install. Fast shipping. Thanks team!!



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Totally happy with the Timbren stops, they actually make my fifth wheel feel like it's part of my truck. Less hard "hits" at bridge aprons and exits and no more swaying.....



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Great quality product. Easy to install and really adds to the support pulling my fifth wheel. When not towing does not impact the ride. I would highly recommend these for anyone who tows.



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Arrived on time.
Easy install, about
20 minutes.
Only pulled one trailer so far and it made a big difference.
Same factory ride when not hooked to a trailer
Very reasonably priced option to enhance factory suspension
Yes I recommend the Timbren SES



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Finally got my order today after a mixup at the post office. Many thanks to the guys at etrailer for taking care of the issue. Very pleased with the item, fits as it should.



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After successfully using air shocks with on board compressor on our 2001 F250 for years, I almost automatically put the same setup on our new 2022 F250. We tow an 11k lbs travel trailer. Then I read reviews on Timbren Suspension Solution & thought, worse case I’ll end up with both solutions. After spending 20 minutes installing Timbren and towing the trailer a few miles, it became obvious I didn’t need air shocks, or anything else. The truck & trailer drive as one. Our rig is level and rides great. When the trailer is unhitched, the Timbren’s aren’t engaged - just a normal F250 ride.



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Wonderful product, was hoping theses would work so I didn't have to put air bags on truck and they exceeded my expectations.On my 2017 F250 before I installed the Timbren suspension enhancement system, my truck with stock rubber stops sit down over 3inches,but once I installed the Timbren suspension system with the same camper the truck only sit down around an inch or maybe a little less. Since I did this we traded campers with one that weight in just less than 15,000 lbs and the truck didn't change any. The truck sits level,I have no sway,braking comes from all wheels. Each time we travel (at least once or more a month)it's a joy to be to relax and enjoy the ride ,the camping and family



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Timbrens were easy to install and working as intended. However, the packaging it arrived in was severely damaged and taped together.



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I placed the set on the truck with a small shim adjustment in less than an hour. They look great. I have not placed a load on the truck or hooked up a trailer yet. I am looking forward to the same.



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I have not installed this product yet (the reason for the 4 stars) due to our winter weather and also our 5 th wheel trailer is in storage for the winter. When spring comes around this will be the time to get this product installed and give it a try with the trailer hooked up for a test drive. So far, the product looks like it will be the right fit for my application.
I will update my review in a few months.
As always etrailer has proved that they have the products for just about everything the consumer needs. I have purchased quite a few products from them, and I am very pleased with etrailers products and support team.



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I always had airbags on all my work trucks and didn’t want to install a new airbag system. This was the answer or alternative to airbags. So far it’s working out better than expected.



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Rides much smoother towing the 5th whee l.



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Haven't had a chance to load it for ride comparison to stock, but installation was super easy. I didn't even have to crawl under the truck or remove wheels for access. I simply reached over the tires, removed stock bump stop and install the Timbren's.



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I installed these and have towed our 10,000 pound RV and the bouncing from going over bumps has lessened dramatically. We never had any squat in the truck since it is a 3/4 ton but going over bumps the bounce was severe. Took less than hour to install.



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Install was a breeze!Ashleigh was very helpful. Need to take a trip with the camper to actually see how they work!



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the Timbren suspension enhancement system was a very easy installation took me less than 1/2 hour to assemble and install.
It is much more substantial than the factory bump stops, which I actually found one of them had cracked and was failing after only 13,000 miles. very happy with the installation of the product and I’m looking forward to towing next week to see how they work in action.



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I installed these on my Ford Super Duty as soon as I got them, just in time for a weekend trailer trip. The ride was noticeably smoother but the best part was they were $60 cheaper when ordering on E Trailer than ordering direct from Timbren.



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Got it installed after initial shipment was missing a shim. The sales support team promptly took care of it to ship the missing part to my home. These installed in about 30 minutes. I think this design will work out for what I need. I pull a 29' RV trailer with my F-250 SD 4X4 and want to get rid of the squat the truck has when the RV is hitched up.



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I was getting a fair amount of sway pulling my 34' camper with my F250. I added Timbrens and a Hellwig rear sway bar and my issue is resolved. I can't say which one did the most since I installed them at the same time, but the Timbrens have to be significantly contributing to my lack of sway. Bonus, squat is all but eliminated too.



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Product stopped the sag in rear with 5th wheel attached. (I have a new 2026 F250 6.7L with 11000 GVWR) installation vehicle would drop 3" from curb height in the rear (king pin weight is 1900 lbs.) after installation the drop was only 1 3/4- 2".
also the Timbren Suspension stopped the big rebounding when going over big bumps in the road. (example:
overpass/bridge approaches, railroad tracks) with the vehicle unloaded only experience slight rougher ride. Not really that noticeable except on roads that are not maintained. To me product was worth the money. Had air bags on the last vehicle this product is better in my opinion.



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Install was quick an easy, once I lifted the 'shocks' to make clearance to bolt in the Timbren's.
The ride seemed much smoother when the trailer was on the gooseball.

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Brooke M.

6/11/2025

Sweet! These definitely do their job well :) Glad to hear it's been a good fit! Thanks for the photo



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It was sweat less to install on my 2019 F 250. Needed a 15MM and a 17M deep socket for the 15MM. Loaded the trailer and took it for a spin and the Timbren helped the sag. I only have one trailer so Timbren made my decision easy between air bags Ann Timbren.



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They work as expected, I have no bucking and the factory suspension has way less stress on it, while still keeping the factory ride. Awesome product!

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Jeff B.

6/20/2025

These are awesome! I tow a 37 Mobile Suites, which are built heavier than most, I put the Timbern on and it smoothed out the ride perfectly, best of all I still have my factory ride when unloaded, which you wont get with air springs.

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Nick S.

6/20/2025

@JeffB That is great to hear Jeff! I am glad they were able to get that ride how you want it with and without the trailer. And that trailer is a sweet rig. How often are you towing with it?


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Added these to my F250 Super Duty. I carry a golf cart on a Diamond back bed cover. Can be a little top heavy. Perfect addition to my suspension- greatly reduced the sway.

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Kate F.

5/6/2026

Glad we had the right suspension upgrade to help with the squat Dennis! How is the ride when you are unloaded?



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2022 F250 Super Duty. Super easy to install. I have about 3/4" gap between the spring and the plate. Time will tell how they impact the ride quality and how much sag they mitigate with my 5th wheel hooked up.

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Jay S.

8/14/2026

Now that its been a year Im very impressed with them. Theres no ride detriment without the 5th wheel attached and they do a great job of mitigating squat


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    The Timbren kit # TFR250SDJ does not require a mounting plate above the axle as it is designed to contact the round the plate that is currently on the axle that is mounted below the spring pack. I would recommend sticking with this kit even though you have the heavy duty tow package. Going with a heavier duty kit would create a harsher ride quality.
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  • Length of Timbren SES for 2024 Ford F-250
    Hey Ken! The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ is 6-7/8" tall. The actual jounce spring is 4-1/2" by itself. See the attached photo. These are designed to fit the 2024 Ford F-250 at stock ride height. If you have a lift you will need spacers to close up the gap. Are you planning on adding these for extra support while towing?
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  • Are Spacers Required for Installation of Timbren SES On Stock 2025 Ford F-250
    Hey Brad! Spacers are only required when you have a lift on your vehicle. Unless you have a trim package that added a lift, you do not need spacers to install the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ. What are you towing/hauling with your F-250?
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  • How to Tell if Timbren Suspension Fits a 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty with a Utility Bed
    Hey Jorge, thanks for reaching out! The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ will fit your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty Utility Bed as long as the factory bump stop is designed to make contact with the frame bracket that sits out over the axle (see attached photo). Utility beds can have different designs, so if your setup looks different than the picture, please let me know and I can help you look into other solutions.
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  • Does Timbren Kit Help Reduce Porpoising When Towing Trailer
    Yes, additional suspension support like what the Timbren kit part # TFR250SDJ provides will help reduce porpoising.
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  • Height of Timbren SES TFR250SDJ
    Hi Dana; the Timbren # TFR250SDJ are 6-7/8" tall including the mounting bracket. I see you went ahead and ordered the # TFRTT350J instead. Just a heads up, this is the severe service kit so it is designed for a constant heavy load like a slide-in camper or salt spreader. If your truck won't be hauling something like that most of the time I recommend switching to the # TFR250SDJ so you don't end up with a super rough ride.
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  • What is the Difference Between the Timbren Kits for a 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    Great question, Bret! The Timbren Kit # TFR250SDJ is for a standard pickup while the Timbren Kit # TFRTT350J is for Severe Service vehicles so you would want the 250 in this case. Since you said you want to retain a factory ride quality when unloaded I actually recommend going with the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-127-54 instead. These have a lower capacity at 2,800 lbs, but this is still enough to handle the tongue weight of your 9,500 lb trailer, and you won't feel anything...
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  • Will Timbren TFR350SDJ Fit 2026 Ford F350 4x4 SRW?
    Hello David, thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle # TFR350SDJ will indeed fit the 2026 Ford F350 4x4. Both our site and the Timbren site confirm this. It looks like you were looking at the # TFR250SDJ which are for an F250, so that is why it says they will not fit your F350. I can assure you the # TFR350SDJ will fit your truck and work great though.
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  • How Tall are The Timbren Kits that Fit 2020 Ford F-250
    We have two Timbren rear suspension kits that fit your 2020 Ford F-250 we have the standard duty # TFRTT350J which has a spring height of 3-9/16 inch and a bracket height of 2-3/8 inches. The severe duty # TFR250SDJ is 3-5/8 inches tall and has the same bracket height of 2-3/8 inches plus a 1 inch spacer. Timbren states that once a system is installed you will need 1/2 inch to 1-1/2 inches of space between the bottoms of the springs and the top of the axle. So that's why the higher capacity...
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  • Best Non-Air Lift Suspension Enhancement for 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4WD
    To give your 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty some additional support, both of the Sumo Springs and Timbrens would be great options. The Sumo Springs Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-127-54 are made of a durable, high-density microcellular urethane and have a 2,800 lbs weight capacity, though they will not increase your vehicle's weight-carrying capacity. With the microcellular urethane the # SSR-127-54 will give you a smoother ride. The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System -...
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  • Compatibility Of Timbren Suspension Enhancement With a Weight Distribution Hitch
    Yes, you will be able to use Timbren suspension enhancement on your 2019 Ford F-250 with a weight distribution hitch. I see you are looking at the System # TFRTT350J which is their severe duty kit. This is best used on vehicles which will always have additional weight like ones with a service bed, salt spreader or always towing. If you are not always towing or have a large load in your truck the Kit # TFR250SDJ will be a better option, This will give you a better ride quality then the severe...
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  • Comparing Timbren TFR250SDJ and TFR350SDJ for a Ford F-250/F-350
    The only difference between the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System part # TFR250SDJ which is for a Ford F-250 and the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System part # TFR350SDJ which is for a Ford F-350 is that the latter comes with a 1/2" spacer, the spring and bracket are the same. If you want to go with the former and purchase the spacer separately then you'd need the Timbren 1/2" Spacer for Raised Frame Vehicles part # TA25722-90P00.
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  • Are Timbren or SumoSprings a Better Option For a 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty?
    Personally I feel the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-127-54 are a better option for more users on a 2024 Ford F-250 than the Timbren # TFR250SDJ. The SumoSprings are more more progressive and will provide a better ride quality when unloaded or only carrying light loads. I only recommend going with the Timbren springs when you always carry heavy loads such as replacing your bed with a contractor box loaded with tools.
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  • Height Difference Between Timbren Kits FR250SDJ vs FR350SDJ for 2018 Ford F-350
    The Timbren # TFR250SDJ and the # TFR350SDJ that you referenced use the same bracket so the overall height difference is what you mentioned of 7-9/16 inches for the taller 350 and 6-7/8 for the shorter 250.
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  • Choosing Sumo Springs or Timbrens For 2020 Ford F-250 Towing 10,000 lb 5th Wheel
    You would indeed get a softer ride using the Sumo Springs # SSR-127-54 as opposed to the Timbren # TFR250SDJ. The Sumo Springs offer 2800 lbs of support versus the 8600 lbs offered by the Timbren springs. Given that the pin weight of your 5th wheel wouldn't be more than 2000 lbs, the Sumo Springs will be absolutely perfect, providing the proper amount of support with a better ride quality than what you experienced with the Timbrens. I've linked to a product description video for the...
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  • How Tall are Timbren Jounce Springs for 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System - Rear Axle # TFR250SDJ are a fit for both a two-wheel drive as well as a four-wheel drive 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty. The spring by itself (without the bracket) measures 4-1/2 inches, and with the bracket it measures 6-7/8 inches. These are the perfect option for suspension enhancement for your truck to help stabilize it and improve its handling when you are towing or have a load in the bed. Our customers who have used the Timbrens regard them...
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  • How Tall are Timbren Springs that Fit 2020 Ford F-250
    There are two Timbren kits that fit your 2020 Ford F-250 we have the # TFR250SDJ which has an 8,600 pound capacity and fits 2- and 4-wheel drive models. And second we have # TFRTT350J which is rated for 8,000 pounds and also fits 2- and 4-wheel drive models. The springs in kit # TFR250SDJ are 4-1/2 inches tall and for kit # TFRTT350J they are 3-9/16 inches tall plus a spacer. So plus the mounting brackets that puts them at 6-7/8 inch and 7 inch.
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  • Timbren Rear Suspension System Comparison for Kit # TFR250SDJ and # TFRTT350J
    The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFRTT350J is designed for use with Severe Service Vehicle's. This is the one that is recommended for tow trucks, ambulances, trucks with in bed tool boxes. I only recommend that this kit be used on vehicles that will always have weight in the bed. These have a 8,000lb capacity. If you use your vehicle for occasional towing and weight in the bed the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ is the better system to use. These springs have...
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  • Is The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ Supposed To Spin
    Hey Frankie, The bracket for the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ has a locknut in it that makes it feel like the bolt (part #4) is fully tightened when it's not. Their techs have stated that you just have to push past this point and keep going to fully pull the spring up and lock it in place.
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  • Comparing the Timbren SES Part TFR350SDJ and Part TFR250SDJ for a Ford F-250/F-250
    The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System part # TFR350SDJ is correct for your 2017 Ford F-350 whereas the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System part # TFR250SDJ is for a 2017-2019 Ford F-250. The brackets on both of these systems are the same so you can use one on the other but the F-250 kit has a 4-1/2" tall spring whereas the F-350 kit has a 5-3/16" tall spring. Therefore, the F-250 kit will not engage as soon as the F-350 kit when used on a F-350. The later engagement will equate to...
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  • Recommended Timbren Suspension Enhancement for 2021 Ford F-250 with Tremor Package
    The Timbren # TFR250SDJ you were looking at are the correct Timbren suspension enhancement for your 2021 Ford F-250 Super Duty with the Tremor package and will work well for you. These Timbren jounce springs are progressive load bearing springs, so they won't effect your unloaded ride quality. I've linked some review videos of these springs for you to check out if you haven't already.
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  • Best Timbren Suspension Enhancement For 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty Towing Gooseneck Trailer
    Good question, and I can help you out with the best option for Timbrens for your 2020 Ford F-250 for towing your gooseneck trailer, which are the 250SDJ: - Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ The reason why the # TFR250SDJ are the best option for your F-250 is because they are designed for your application, which is to add support to your truck as you are towing, and are double-convoluted, so they won't affect the comfort of your ride; On the other hand, the Timbren # TFRTT350J...
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  • Spacers for Timbren Suspension Enhancement on 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    It is possible you can use the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR350SDJ (which is made for a Ford F-350) on your 2020 Ford F-250, but we have never done this and it hasn't been tested so I just can't guarantee a good fit. There are spacers that will work with your F-250 and the Timbrens that are designed to fit it, the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TFR250SDJ. You can add spacers in increments or 1/2" or 1" with the Timbren 1/2" Spacer # TA25722-90P00 and Timbren 1"...
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  • Which Timbren Suspension Kit for 2021 Ford F-250 Tremor Package
    The Timbren # TFR250SDJ is the correct Timbren suspension enhancement for your 2021 Ford F-250 Super Duty with the Tremor package and will work well for you. This will give you the support you are needing for carrying the weight you mentioned in the bed of your truck.
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