Comparing SumoSprings and Timbrens for a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500

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We tow a trailer with hitch weight 650# and also separately on occasion carry a 2000# truck camper on 2017 GMC 2500HD. Deciding between Sumospring and Timbren 25D to lift back end a bit it s 3 with truck camper. Dont want air bags, and helper springs are too $. Thoughts?

asked by: Mike

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The main difference between the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs part # SSR-207-47 and the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TGMRCK25D for a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 is the hardness. The Timbrens are much harder than the SumoSprings therefore will provide more support. That said, this also means that the ride quality while loaded will be less desirable.

The best option really just depends on which you will be doing more of, if you will be towing mostly then go with the SumoSprings but if you will be using the truck bed camper mostly then go with the Timbrens.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

You're experiencing the harsher ride because the overload springs engage when you tow, so what you're really needing to do is add some support to either prevent or delay the overload springs from engaging. I spoke at length with my…

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Yes, the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part #TGMRCK25D and the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs part #SSR-207-47 are confirmed to fit your 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500. Both products will help to reduce sag, improve stability, and…

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Yes, the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Spring kit #SSR-207-47 fits your 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali 4WD pickup. These jounce springs will usefully stiffen your rear suspension with progressive resistance when it is under load but they will not…

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The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TGMRCK25D is 5-1/4" tall x 4-1/4" wide. The height is 6-1/4" with the included spacer. This is confirmed to fit your 2024 Sierra 3500.

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Answer 5

The Timbren item #TGMRTT35D has an 8,000 lbs capacity and the Timbren item #TGMRCK25D has an 8,600 lbs capacity. Other than that they are identical. Both are confirmed to fit your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500. Unless your Silverado is a work truck with…

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There is only one difference between the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and that's the weight capacity: - SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SSR-203-40-2: 3,000 lb capacity at 50%…

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We have two options of SumoSprings for your 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The #SSR-203-40-2 is rated for 3,000 lb. capacity at 50% compression and the #SSR-203-47-2 is rated at 5,000 lb. capacity at 50% compression. The 3,000 lb. rated #SSR-203-40-2…

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Answer 8

In regards to the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs for a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500; part #SSR-203-40-2 for 3,000 lbs or part #SSR-203-47-2 for 5,000 lbs, I don't recommend just going with the highest rated option as it's best to be in the…

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Answer 9

As you mentioned not towing all the time, I do not recommend going with the SumoSprings Rebel #SSR-203-47-2. This will be far to heavy duty as is intended more for full time towing or an in-bed camper. Your suspension will end up being affected…

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If your suspension is going up and down 2-3 times after hitting a bump you most likely need to replace the shocks of your truck. That will slow the rebound down quite a bit and should prevent the suspension from basically bouncing like you described.…

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Yes, there are a several options to add Sumo Springs to your 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 and you'll generally want to choose based off the weights of the payloads you typically carry in your truck bed or the size of the trailer you're towing.…

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Answer 12

The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F2613 will help your 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 when it comes to bouncing on bumpy roads. These air springs will increase the stability and absorb road shock for a smooth ride. It will soften the contact between…

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