Recommended Distance Between Timbren Spring and Vehicle Axle

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A follow up question, if the height is 6.5inch , what should the gap be between the axel and the rear suspension enhance spring ? 2005 Avalanche base 1500 2WD

asked by: Timm

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Timbren likes to recommend 1 inch between the axle and the Timbren when the truck is unloaded. We have found that this works the best.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I went and measured the overall height of the rubber springs of the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TGMRG25C and found it to be 6-1/2 inches tall.

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Answer 2

Although the Timbren #TGMRYS4 would work for you, I'm not certain you'd be happy with the ride quality you'll experience once the suspension of your Suburban compresses and the preload is taken up which is when the helper springs come…

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Answer 3

The answer to your question depends on the weight of your cargo and your expectation of comfort in your 2008 Chevy Express 1500 van. The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System item #TGMRG25C has a capacity of 6,000 lbs but will provide a stiff…

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Answer 4

The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part #TGMRG25C can be installed in conjunction with the AirLift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs part #AL60769 but I do not recommend it. Installing both the Timbren's and AirlIft bags would…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 7

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 8

Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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Answer 9

The RV Propane Gas Detector part #RS64FR is what I recommend using to replace the the Atwood RV Propane Gas Detector part 31013 (Discontinued). The mounting plate for this new detector will cover up any holes you had for the previous so it will be a…

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Answer 10

Hello Dan, Great question. When you’re comparing the Firestone kits #F59VV and #F2582, they both technically fit your 2025 F-150, but they are designed around different mounting locations and truck configurations. The #F2582 is the traditional…

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Answer 11

Hey Jeff, I would strongly recommend the SumoSpring kit part #SS96EV for your 2025 Nissan Frontier. This will give you the support you are looking for without causing the ride quality to be overly harsh which the Timbrens are known to do. Install is…

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Answer 12

If your 2018 Chevy Suburban has the factory tow package then yes, you can use the Plug-In Wiring Adapter #3016 to install your Prodigy P2 #90885 brake controller. If your Suburban doesn't have the factory tow package then you will need to use the…

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