Troubleshooting Rear End Of Truck Bouncing When Towing Trailer W/ Fastway e2 Weight Distribution
Updated 06/04/2021 | Published 06/03/2021
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I tow a 6,000lbs camper with a 700lbs tongue weight I have a e2 weight distribution system I am still getting a lot of bounce in the rear which is lifting up the front also will timberen help with this? Thanks
asked by: TIMOTHY D
Expert Reply:
You should not be getting any bouncing in the rear of your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 when towing your 6000lb camper with 700lbs tongue weight with your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution Hitch.
There are a few things I would check first before resorting to suspension enhancement.
First what are the weight of the spring bars on your hitch? It is possible if you have an underrated system that it is not doing its job and causing the bouncing.
Second I would go through and make sure the trailer is level, and that you are putting the correct tension on the spring bars to have it distribute the weight correctly.
If everything checks out then I would add the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SS95MR which will give you 1500lbs of load leveling support, and will stop the rear end from bouncing.
The Timbren # TGMRCK15S you were looking at would also work, but will cause a very stiff unloaded ride so I would not recommend them.
I included a video of the # SS95MR for you to take a look at.
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