Why Would Weight Distribution System Have Bouncy Ride Quality

Published 10/02/2015

Question:

have 2002 surburban I tow a camper . I have a 4 way tow sway systoms it helps a lot . but it bouns in the rear I would like to get that fix . yall have a tgmrg25c bump stops and tgmfk15a bumper stop and the air lift 1ooo what is the best way to go .

asked by: James

Expert Reply:

Sounds like you have a 4 point friction sway control/weight distribution system for your 2002 Chevy Suburban and are still experiencing a bouncy ride quality.

This is an indicator that your weight distribution system is rated too high for the loaded tongue weight of your setup.

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Once you know your tongue weight you will want to check out the link I attached that has all of the weight distribution systems we carry. You will be able to select your tongue weight from the filters to see what would be rated for your setup.

Going with a Timbren or air bag setup would not improve your ride quality. It might make it more harsh actually. A properly rated WD system will fix the issue you are having.

expert reply by: Jameson C