Recommended Sumo Springs for 2018 Thor Freedome Elite 30FE on Ford E-450 Chassis

Updated 05/09/2019 | Published 05/08/2019

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Question:

Which Sumo Springs to choose? Researching Sumo Springs for the rear of my Freedom Elite 30FE. I found no less than 5 different ones to choose from on your website that say they are applicable to my vehicle. SSR-106-54-1 5,400 lb capacity SSR-130-47 1,500 lb capacity SSR-130-54 2,800 lb capacity SSR-106-40-1 2,600 lb capacity SSR-106-47-1 4,600 lb capacity So, how do I go about choosing one for my vehicle? GVWR is 14,500 lbs Thanks

asked by: Larry O

Expert Reply:

For your Thor Freedom Elite 30FE, the chassis is the Ford E-450 and the weight is around 14,500 lbs at max capacity. For your motorhome I recommend the SumoSprings Maxim Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-106-47-1. The stronger spring will help restrict body roll and give the support the weight of the vehicle requires.

The different capacities you referenced help with different weights and how much weight they support when they are individually compressed up to 80 percent. Although any of the options you listed will work, I would want a stronger spring designed for use with dual tire axles. The biggest option at 5,400 lbs may make the ride slightly harsher, so that is why I'd go with the 4,600 lb capacity. The other options are designed more for the single rear wheel applications on that chassis.

expert reply by: Jason S