Which Jounce-Style Suspension Enhancement Should I Install On 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 Non Mag Ride

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I have a 2020 Silverado 1500 NHT Max Tow Non Mag ride. I pull a 8500# travel trailer but might be upgrading to a 11000# travel trailer. My current 8500# trailer causes my Silverado to squat more than i care for and the EQualizer WandD hitch isnt helping as much as i would like either. I thought the Max Tow was supposed to have a beefier spring in it, but apparently it doesnt help that much either. Which would you suggest a Timbren or a Sumo Spring? And if so, which size. Thanks.

asked by: George H

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The Timbren and Sumo Spring suspension enhancement systems use a jounce-style spring which is an excellent choice for leveling out your truck and trailer, all while improving handling and reducing trailer sway. They simply replace your factory bump stops and require a simple bolt-in installation process. The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SS45FR are confirmed to fit your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 but this only has a 1,500lb weight capacity for the rear of your truck, so I recommend going with a higher-rated system.

I recommend looking into either the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TGMRTT15S (rated at 7,000lbs) or the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TGMRCK15S (rated at 8,600lbs). Both systems will work for you truck and it really comes down to how frequently you tow. I recommend going with the # TGMRTT15S 7K system as this should be sufficient for your towing needs based on what you told me. However, if you plan to have an excess amount of weight in the bed of the truck along with a heavy trailer and also tow very frequently, then I would go with the # TGMRCK15S 8K system as this is a little more heavy duty.

To clarify, the suspension setups mentioned above are not rated for max trailer weight, but are rated in the amount of weight that is on the rear suspension of your truck. This includes the tongue weight of the trailer and any cargo that is behind the rear axle of the truck such as an atv in the truck bed etc. I attached a demonstration video for you to check out regarding the Timbren jounce springs.

expert reply by: Andrew N

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2/21/2024

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Answer 1

The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SS45FR will be noticeable at times when driving your 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited unloaded. The springs will have an air gap between them and your axle when you have no additional weight on the rear…

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Answer 2

The most cost-effective option that will give your 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 a more level, stable ride when you are towing your travel trailer is from SumoSprings, and there are two options with different capacities: - 1,000 lb Capacity: SumoSprings Solo…

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Answer 3

Hey Dustin, thanks for reaching out! I will recommend SumoSprings over Timbrens all day everyday because they are much more forgiving when the vehicle is unloaded. We've actually joked around here about how the Timbren kits will either give you…

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Answer 4

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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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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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 8

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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Answer 9

Hey Allen, thanks for the information. The best SumoSprings for your 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 are going to be the 1,500 lbs capacity item #SS45FR. These fit both the 2WD and 4WD models and replace your factory bump stop. The SumoSprings item #SS45FR…

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When the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs item #SS65FR are installed on your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 you will have a 1/2" - 1" of clearance with no additional cargo weight. This allows for you to have a comfortable ride when you are…

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Answer 11

Hello Graham, thanks for reaching out. So far I have been pretty impressed with the PacBrake air bags. I would say they are in line with the quality of the Air Lift air bags. They use similar top plates. Pretty much everything about the design of…

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Answer 12

Hey Mark, the SumoSprings kit part #SS45FR would be a great option for your 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 and wouldn't be too harsh. While this does provide 1,500 lbs of additional support the SumoSprings kits are not known to be harsh like Timbrens…

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