Does 2008 Toyota Sequoia Need Suspension Support When Towing Trailer

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I have a 2008 Toyota Sequoia. I bought a travel trailer to tow behind it. Is the stock suspension enough to tow the trailer, or do I need to beef up the rear? Trailer weighs 3,500 lbs empty, and 4,000 gross.

asked by: Jon J

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The suspension of your 2008 Toyota Sequoia is soft enough that you'll experience some sag as you are towing the trailer you mentioned. Suspension enhancement like the Timbren kit part # TTORSEQ1 would be a really great idea to reduce this and give you a more stable towing experience so I would recommend it for you.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The description does mention an axle, but the principle is the same. Basically, right next to the rear coil springs on the 2011 Toyota Sequoia, there is a factory bump stop. You will remove the factory bump stop and install the Timbren system,…

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Hi Jordan! The Dexter Bearing Kit for 1-1/16" to 1-3/8" Tapered Spindle #DX76ER uses bearings and seals that are made overseas. They aren't really "branded", per se, but Dexter does have them made specifically for them. If you…

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Your 2008 Toyota Sequoia will not be raised at all when you install the Timbren system that fits, which is the following part number: - Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TTORSEQ1 When installed, the #TTORSEQ1 will have a gap between the…

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The Timbren kit part #TTORSEQ1 that you referenced is the correct fit for your 2008 Toyota Sequoia and would give you additional suspension support when towing. That said I wouldn't necessarily recommend this kit unless you were planning to be…

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From our experience the brake controller connector on a Toyota Sequoia is pretty tucked away. It's in a similar location as to the Tundra video you watched but harder to find. Take a look at the video I linked of the 2008 Sequoia, it's the…

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The Air Lift and Firestone Coil-Style air springs that fit your 2013 Toyota Sequoia are different colors so that they do stand out actually. Coil-style springs install inside your coil suspension so they are a bit more hidden while standard air bags…

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Hey Matthew, yes the Timbren kit part #TTORSEQ1 that you referenced would work great on a vehicle that is lifted but you have to use spacers to take up that extra space created like with the part #T68MR. How big of a lift does your vehicle have?

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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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Answer 9

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 10

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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