Are New Shocks Required When Adding Anti-Sway Bar and SumoSprings To 2013 Mercedes Sprinter 3500?

Updated 05/20/2021 | Published 05/18/2021

Products Featured in This Question

Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System

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$398.07

Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar - 1-3/8" Diameter

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$500.00

Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar - 1-1/2" Diameter

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$800.00

SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Front Axle

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$226.99

SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle

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$385.99

Question:

In addition to upgraded sway bar and SumoSprings should I also replace the rear shocks?

asked by: John K

Expert Reply:

As long as the shocks on your 2013 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 are still in good shape, there is no reason to replace them.

However if they are worn out you will notice quite a difference once the replacements are installed. We do not sell shock absorbers for vehicles so I do no have a recommendation on which ones to get, though an OEM replacement would be preferred.

If you have not already decided on which sway bar and SumoSprings you plan on ordering I recommend the Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1209-120 if your Sprinter is a standard van or cutaway model, or the # RM-1209-131 if your Sprinter is a Class C motorhome.

For the SumoSprings I recommend the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-338-54 that have a 1400lb capacity for the rear, and the # SSF-106-40 with a 500lb capacity for the front.

The combination of the anti-sway bar and SumoSprings will do a great job of absorbing bumps in the road and eliminating bouncing while also getting rid of sway.

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