Using Air Bags With Weight Distribution Hitch For Carrying Load In Bed While Towing With 2015 F-150

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I have a f150 with 1900lb payload capacity. I carry my golf cart in the bed and my tongue weight of the trailer is 725. My golf cart is 800. My idea is to install air bags to compensate for the sag of the golf cart and then use my weight distribution / sway control as I would normally for the trailer. Am I on the right track here? I know ill have to play around with air pressure and the set up of my WDH, but I should be able to make both work together to help the truck out. I currently have the timbren kit, which worksinch but its really rough. Im hoping the air bags will be a smoother ride. Thank you for your time.

asked by: Dean L

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Yes, you are on the right track with what you are trying to accomplish. You will want to have the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution # FA92-00-0800 set for the weight of just the travel trailer.

Then you can use the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Springs w/ Internal Bumpers # AL88385 to adjust the ride height with the golf cart loaded. These will provide a much smoother ride than the Timbren # TFRTT1504E since the air pressure is adjustable to dial in the ride height and quality. I prefer this Air Lift kit as it includes an internal jounce bumper to help prevent excessive bounce.

The Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL58WQ will allow you to control the air pressure in each bag from your smart phone using the Air Lift app. This makes installation and use easier since there are no air lines to run into your cab or separate wireless remotes to worry about losing or having dead batteries. You also benefit from the smart manifold that monitors the air pressure and keeps it within 3psi of your settings while the vehicle is being operated. This is great for maintaining the minimum 5psi in each bag when you are not carrying the additional load with your truck.

expert reply by: Bud M

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If you plan to tow a trailer at the higher end of your towing capacity most of the time and you aren't too concerned about unloaded ride quality go with the higher rated #TFRTT1504E but if you are basically going to use the truck in any other way…

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Answer 2

When it comes to installing a rear suspension enhancement system on your 2021 Ford F-150 Powerboost Hybrid 4X4. The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TFR1504E will work for your vehicle. The Timbren system has a 6,000 pound capacity, and no…

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Answer 3

The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System #TFRTT1504E is a confirmed fit for your truck. With a 1,100 lb tongue weight trailer, this system will help to keep the rear end from squat and your headlights from being too high to see the road as intended.…

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The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System #TFRTT1504E is a confirmed fit for your truck. With a 1,100 lb tongue weight trailer, this system will help to keep the rear end from squatting and your headlights from being too high to see the road as…

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Answer 5

The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System item #TFRTT1504E has a total height of 6.75” with a 1” spacer. This system is confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford F-150. I have linked an installation video below.

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Answer 6

With your 6 inch lift, the Timbren springs do have spacer availability, however the #TFRTT1504E is designed for severe service vehicles like tow trucks and would not be ideal in any way for off-road use. I definitely don't suggest Timbren springs…

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Yes, we do have a Timbren Suspension System for a 2WD 2022 Ford F-150. Item #TFRTT1504E has a 7,000 lbs capacity and is made specifically for 2WD F-150's. The spring becomes more rigid as more weight is added for great performance when you're…

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Answer 8

We do have the Timbren kit you are looking for with the part #TFRTT1504E. This has a load leveling capacity of 14,000 lbs like you are looking for.

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Answer 9

The difference between the Timbren rear suspension enhancement options for the 2020 Ford F-150 4x4 is that Timbren system part #TFRTT1504E is more for commercial use such as service trucks like tow trucks, they are also rated for 7,00 lbs. The…

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Answer 10

The best choice of rear axle suspension kit for your 2018 F-150 will depend on the type of towing or hauling you're doing. All rear-axle kits for your 4WD F-150 appear on the linked page. If you are routinely hauling cargo loads of widely varying…

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Answer 11

Because the Timbren suspension systems like the #TFRTT1504E you installed operate more as a longer bump stop, driving in conditions like you've mentioned and with the spring not engaged to the axle while under load, you're going to get a…

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The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TFR1504E has a weight capacity of 6,000lbs. The Timbren Suspension Enhancement System #TFRTT1504E has a weight capacity of 7,000lbs. They use identical mounting brackets and hardware just have different…

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