Recommended Suspension Enhancement System For 2016 Ram 1500

Updated 03/03/2016 | Published 03/02/2016

Products Featured in This Question

Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System

(7290)

$267.95

Timbren 1" Spacer For Raised Frame Vehicles - 3/8" Bushing

(147)

$16.57

SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle

(2544)

$331.99

Question:

I have a 2016 Ram 1500 Crew cab that has a constant load of about 1300 pounds. I am wondering which product will work best for my needs? The Sumosprings SSR-307-47 or the Timbren TDR1500DQ? The Sumosprings appears to be longer overall so I am wondering if that would be my best fit. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,

asked by: Ken

Expert Reply:

Both of the suspension enhancement systems you mentioned will work great for your 2016 Ram 1500.

The Timbren, part # TDR1500DQ is the system I recommend. Since this installs directly into the cup that the OEM bump stop was installed in, the installation is a very quick and easy job. The OEM bump stop on a typical suspension may have 3 inches of clearance. After installing the Timbrens, you will have about 1 to 1-1/2 inches of clearance from the bottom of the rubber spring to the plate on the axle. If you find you have a bigger gap you can use a spacer like part # A25723-90AH00. You can check out the reviews from many of our customers and find an overwhelming approval of this system on their vehicles.

The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs, part # SSR-307-47, will also work great on your truck. The installation is different that the Timbrens. It uses a plate system that clamps around the bump stop housing on your truck. This may take just a bit longer to install than the Timbren system but will work well for you as well. The SumoSprings when installed will have a gap similar to the Timbrens.

Since the Timbrens have a much higher capacity at 8,600 lbs versus the 1,500 lbs for the SumoSprings, I would go with the Timbren system.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L