Comparing Timbren and Firestone Suspension Enhancement for 2018 Ram 1500
Updated 02/05/2019 | Published 02/04/2019
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I have a 2018 ram crew cab and I haul a 31 foot camper that weights 6500 lbs. Trying to figure out what would work best to help with my suspension and would like your opinion. Will this work or do I need something different? Was looking at the firestone so what would work better for me as far as air or not? Thanks
asked by: Bill
Expert Reply:
Timbren and Firestone make excellent products for supporting the rear suspension of your 2018 Ram 1500.
The benefits to the Timbren springs are that they require zero maintenance and no adjustments after they are installed. With everything you have to worry about for each camping trip, it may be nice if you have one less thing to worry about.
The downside to the Timbren springs is that they could be noticeable with an empty bed when you hit large bumps. The springs are designed to handle heavy loads and when the bed is empty, the springs can bottom out on the axle on large bumps. They are not noticeable with average road conditions. If you are interested in Timbren springs for your truck, you will want part # TDR1500DQ.
The Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs will work great as well. The nice thing about using air bags is that you can adjust the air pressure to the most comfortable ride for your towing setup. You can also reduce the air pressure when you are not towing or hauling anything. I strongly recommend reducing the air pressure when you are not towing, otherwise you will have a rough ride.
The downside to air springs is that they may require maintenance from time to time and trying to locate a leak in the system can drive a person crazy. If you are interested in the Coil-Rite system, you will want part # F4185. A few other components that you may be interested in are the Tubing Cutter, # AL10530, if you plan on doing the installation yourself and the Firestone Level Command II Dual-Gauge with Heavy-Duty Compressor, # F2219. This will allow you to adjust the air pressure from inside your cab.
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