Will RoadActive Suspension For 2019 Toyota Tacoma Give Smoother Ride Than Timbrens
Published 08/19/2021
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have a 2019 Tacoma with the Timbren Rear Suspension enhancement Part No TTORTUN4L and they do a decent job of absorbing bumps while towing and preventing squatting, however, I always find the ride to be very bumpy even without a load. So would the Roadmaster make normal driving less bumpy? Is the Roadmaster a better product over the Timbren?
asked by: Ricky R
Expert Reply:
That's a good question, and the answer is pretty straightforward - yes, the RoadActive Suspension (RAS) is going to give you a smoother, less bumpy ride than the Timbrens for your 2019 Toyota Tacoma. Like you mentioned, the Timbrens do their job well due to the stiffness of their rubber springs, but that stiffness can also cause the ride to be uncomfortable or even jarring as there isn't much give to them. The RAS will absolutely remedy that while providing the same - or better - enhancement for your Tacoma's suspension.
The reason for that is the RAS is essentially adding a stronger, active spring system to your truck. What it will do is continually reinforce your original leaf spring suspension, so when you are towing or have a load in your truck bed, that force gets transferred to the RAS Kit, allowing your leaf springs to work normally.
I generally recommend the RAS over most other systems because of how well it works with no trade-off like you have experienced with the Timbrens. The correct fit for your 2019 Toyota Tacoma will depend on if your axle is located above the leaf spring pack, or below the leaf spring pack:
- Axle Located Below the Leaf Spring Pack: RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS4514-SAT
- Axle Located Above the Leaf Spring Pack: RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS4524-SAT
I have also added a link below to a video review for you to check out as well if you'd like to take a look.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System
- Vehicle Suspension
- Towing/Load Leveling
- Bump Stops
- Suspension Only
- Standard Duty
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Timbren
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: suspension enhancement
- Search Results: active suspension
- Search Results: trailer suspension parts
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Search Results: roadactive suspension
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Q&A: Can I Use 16 Gauge Wire For Lights That Have 18 Gauge Wire On The Back?
- Shop: 30 ft. Wishbone 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness with 30" Ground Wire
- Shop: RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit
- Shop: 18 Gauge, 3 Conductor Bonded Parallel Wire - Per Foot
- Shop: RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit
- Q&A: Looking For A Hitch And Wiring For My 2020 Toyota Tacoma
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: Firestone Air Bags for 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 Dually
- Video: Pacbrake Alpha Air Bag Suspension Kit Review and Comparison
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Q&A: How to Replace a Lance 6-Pin Plug w/ a Standard 7-Way Connector
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Shop: etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
on Vehicle Suspension
