Timbren Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD

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I have a 2008 Chev Silverado 2500HD 4WD. Occasionally I put a 2400 lb truck camper in the bed and pull a 22 foot long pontoon boat using an extended hitch about 300lb tongue weight. But the truck is not level and the headlights are not on the road. I also carry about 1600lbs of hay in the bed and pull a small trailer with another 1600lbs of hay in it. I dont have problems with this load. Which set of helper springs would be best? Im looking for the Jounce style and I see the Timbren with several different capacities and the Aircells. Thanks.

asked by: Mike S

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Timbrens would be the way to go since you are hauling quite a bit of weight. So for your 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 you'd want the part # TGMRCK25S which can give you up to an additional 6,000 lb of suspension support. You should note that this kit does not give you the ability to have more payload or towing capacity. Just to better support the current capacity of the vehicle. I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well.

I recommended this kit over the other options as the Timbrens have a bit more capacity than the other similar springs.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Where you'll attach the pivot arms on the B&W Patriot #BWRVK3255 just depends on how much clearance you need from the cab of the truck, but in most cases you'll be just fine using the closest setting to the cab. You'll want to make…

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Answer 2

The kit you referenced is actually designed for heavier duty versions of the Silverado like the 2500 and the 3500. I wish SumoSprings offered lift spacers for their kits but they do not currently. Best solution will be to use the #TGMRCK25S which…

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The GVWR is the gross vehicle weight rating. This is the most the vehicle can weigh including cargo, passengers, gas, everything. The GAWR is the gross axle weight rating which is 3,950 pounds for the front and 3,750 for the rear. The cargo weight…

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The difference between the 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 and the 3500 series trucks is the weight capacity. The 3500 is going to have a higher weight capacity than the 2500. I spoke with the engineer at Timbren and he told me that the TImbren part…

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If your 2002 Chevy Silverado 1500 is leaning to the left, I assume you have come to us because you are carrying a heavy load and this is when it is occurring. If so, we have exactly what you need to fix the issue; if it is happening at all times you…

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I'm happy to help you with that application. For your 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 4WD there are three SumoSpring options for your truck. If you will be doing normal towing and payloads then I recommend the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs…

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I attached a picture that shows how the Timbren #TGMRTT35D that you referenced gets assembled. The spacer #TA25722-90P00 you referenced would go between the numbers 2 and 3 and you'd be set. See attached picture. You will need to provide a longer…

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Answer 8

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. This allows the suspension to feel when the vehicle is unloaded and still gives you support when needed when…

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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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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 11

Hello Mel, great question! Yes, the Torklift tie downs part #TL66FV will fit your 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD crew cab with the 8 foot bed, provided your truck does not have running boards or cab length boards that extend under the bed, and you are not…

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Answer 12

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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