Difference in the Timbren 3,000-Lb System and the 1,000-Lb System on 2005 Ford Ranger

Question:

What is the difference between the 3000 lb and 1000 lb system? Is the 3000 lbs the weight the system handles before it starts to rely on the stock suspension? I have a 3800 lb camper I tow and Im looking to eliminate the sag in the rear end and increase my trucks performance while towing.,

asked by: Andrew R

Expert Reply:

For your 2005 Ford Ranger 4WD the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System, part # TFRR0504A, has a 3,000-lb weight capacity and is for use on the rear suspension.

The Timbren Front Suspension Enhancement System, part # TFXF1004A, has a 1,000-lb weight capacity and is for the front suspension.

The Timbren system will work with the factory suspension. It does not work before the factory suspension. When mounted on the vehicle it will sit about 1 inch above the rear axle. When the vehicle is loaded, the weight will allow the hollow rubber springs to go against the axle and help support the extra weight that is put on the vehicles suspension. The entire weight of the vehicle and payload normally contacts the axle at the point under the leaf springs. By adding a secondary point of contact (just inside this point) we are reducing the stress of contact at the original point and are spreading out the load to 4 points of contact on the axle instead of 2.

The capacity rating of the suspension enhancement system is based on the nominal capacity of the rubber springs. The Timbren progressive spring rate provides superb ride quality both empty and loaded. With a light load the rubber spring has lots of travel and the ride is cushioned by the hollow rubber spring.

The Timbren system is designed to work with suspension that is in good working order. It does not increase the towing capacity of your vehicle.

I am including a link to a video review of the Timbren suspension system.