Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 for Smoother Ride Unloaded

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Cant understand how Timbren will give me a harsh ride when nit towing vs Work-rite bags, both items seem to be about the same, what the height difference between the two, you cuase this harsh ride? Which of the two would help my oversprings to engage as well?

asked by: Leonard M

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We have found that the Timbren setups affect the unloaded ride quality of a vehicle more than the other suspension enhancement solutions. For a similar solution that we have found to be a bit less harsh the Firestone Work-Rite kit part # F8632 would be a great option.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Leonard

1/14/2017

Cant understand how Timbren will give me a harsh ride when nit towing vs Work-rite bags, both items seem to be about the same, what the height difference between the two, you cuase this harsh ride? Which of the two would help my oversprings to engage as well?

Jameson C.

1/16/2017

The Timbrens basically have a harder material makeup whereas the Work Rite bags have more of a progressive firmness which means they are softer at first and get firmer the further down you compress them.

Randall H.

9/5/2020

How can I make the ride smoother on my 2016 gmc 3500 dually? I pull a trailer some and I want to make a smoother ride towing and empty.

Jon G.

9/8/2020

For your application I'd install the Red-Label Air Bag Kit # F2709 along with a compressor kit like # F2158. This allows you to monitor and adjust the air bags on the fly so that you can have a better ride whether you are towing, hauling, or just driving around.

Answer 1

To help suspend payload carried in the truck's bed, I'd recommend using #TGMRCK25D, which are rated up to 8600 lbs. Keep in mind, these will NOT increase the manufacturer's stated suspension capacity. For a slide-in camper or salt…

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Answer 2

Hey Tim! If GMC says your truck can only handle 2,750 lbs that is the limit. There is nothing that can be done to increase this. Suspension enhancement like the #TGMRTT35D is designed to add additional support but will not increase the carrying…

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Answer 3

Once installed, the double convoluted springs from the Timbren SES Kit, #TGMRCK25D, will sit 5-3/16 inches below the jounce bumper holder on the frame. The outer diameter of these springs is 4-5/16 inches. The single convoluted springs from the…

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Answer 4

Hi Mary, Do you leave the camper in the bed most of the time or does this truck spend a good chunk of time driving around without the camper? The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SSR-211-54 would be a great option if you leave the camper in…

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Answer 5

Hello, I will be happy to help you select some helper springs to improve the ride and level out the truck when you are towing. Timbren springs are an easy install but they will make the ride stiffer when you are not towing. The similar SumoSprings…

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Answer 6

No, the Hellwig Adjustable Big Wig Rear Anti-Sway Bar - 1-5/16" Diameter #HE96XR is designed for a stock ride height so you'll need part #HE86XR instead to accommodate the 4" lift on your 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500.

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Answer 7

I highly recommend using the SumoSprings suspension enhancement on your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali if your truck is squatting that much. The correct kit for your truck is: - SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SSR-203-40-2 The reason you want…

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Answer 8

The different weight capacity of the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SSR-327-40-2 (2600 pounds) and the #SSR-327-47-2 (4600 pounds) describes how much resistance the springs have. The #SSR-327-2 (2600 pounds) will have less spring resistance…

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Answer 9

If you are worried about the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs - 2 Piece - Rear Axle #SSR-203-40-2 giving too much support to the rear suspension of your 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 then the #SSR-207-47 would be a great choice. The #SSR-207-47 gives…

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Answer 10

In regards to the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs for a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500; part #SSR-203-40-2 for 3,000 lbs or part #SSR-203-47-2 for 5,000 lbs, I don't recommend just going with the highest rated option as it's best to be in the…

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Answer 11

Yes the SumoSprings part #SSR-207-47 are a fit for your 2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD 4WD and will do a great job eliminating the sag you have at the rear of the truck when towing.

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Answer 12

Yes, there are a several options to add Sumo Springs to your 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 and you'll generally want to choose based off the weights of the payloads you typically carry in your truck bed or the size of the trailer you're towing.…

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