How to Reduce Vehicle Sag on a 2016 Ram 1500

Updated 11/12/2017 | Published 11/11/2017

Question:

I have a 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab, and intend to tow a 29foot 5th wheel trailer. The hitch weight will be 1400 lbs. I wanted to beef up the rear support capacity, and read the reviews on the Timbren TDR1500DQ. These look like they will do the job for me, helping to level the rear of the truck. Your thoughts...

asked by: William S

Helpful Expert Reply:

Your 2016 Ram 1500 most likely has coil springs on the rear of the vehicle. Coil springs have an enormous amount of suspension travel but do not offer as much support as a traditional leaf spring. Therefore, a lot of our customers have experienced vehicle sag while towing with their newer Ram pickup trucks. The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TDR1500DQ is an excellent and cost effective way to help combat this issue.

The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement will replace your factory bump stops and act as a buffer between the frame and rear axle while the suspension is loaded. The springs will not allow the rear suspension to sag as much in comparison to the factory bump stops. The space between the frame and rear axle is filled with a aeon rubber spring that will provide additional support, improve handling, and reduce suspension wear on existing components.

I have attached a review and installation video of the springs installed on a similar 2016 Ram 1500 for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L