SumoSprings Or Timbrens For My 2017 Ford F-150 4WD That Squats When Hooked To My Trailer

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My F-150 squats alot in the rear when towing my single axel camper. I had the tounge weight measured at about 600lbs, and the GTW is 5,000 lbs. I am considering adding springs, sumo springs, or the Timbren SES to help with the load. Help please!

asked by: Colin J

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I do have a solution for you, provided your 2017 Ford F-150 4X4's suspension is in good condition. None of our options can overcome a vehicle's suspension that is not in good working order. The squat you get when your trailer is hooked up to your vehicle will cause your front end to ride light, cause wear and tear on your suspension, position your headlights in the incorrect position while you are driving, among other things. If I have to pick between the three options, I will choose the SumoSprings.

I recommend the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs - 2 Piece - Rear Axle, part # SS95QR. They provide a smoother ride while helping keep your truck level when hooked up to your trailer. They also work independently, helping to reduce body roll.

I have provided a video demo link below.

expert reply by: Mark Smith

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Answer 1

Both the TorkLift #TLA7310S Stainless StableLoad and the RAS #RAS3611-Y would absolutely help with the body roll in turns, porpoising and sway caused by crosswinds. Both systems are very highly rated by our customers. I'd agree that air helper…

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Answer 2

The TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade #TLA7310S that fits your 2017 Ford F-150 is more of an upgrade for ride quality, and wouldn't do a great deal to help with sag. There is an option that will help tremendously with sag, however, which is…

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Answer 3

With as much suspension enhancement as you have currently installed on your 2021 Ford F-150 I would be a little worried that you are exceeding the payload capacity of your truck so I would recommend checking that. But with that said the RoadActive…

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Answer 4

Hello Jeff, Sounds like you’ve got a big camper (about 4,000 lbs) on your 2024 F-350 dually, and when it’s loaded, the truck feels bouncy and sways a bit. That’s pretty common with heavy campers, especially if the suspension is still stock.…

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Answer 5

I talked to some of our guys down in our installation bays and based on the feedback I received, I definitely recommend the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System #TFR350SDJ for your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty. The TorkLift StableLoad #TLA7310S work…

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Answer 6

Excellent question, and there is anti-corrosion protection for the aluminum bed of your 2018 Ford F-150 that comes with the B&W base rails and install kit that fits your truck, though it is not in the form of shims. What the kit comes with is a…

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Answer 7

The one really big downside to gooseneck towing is that there isn't a great solution for short bed truck clearance unlike fifth wheel towing. With fifth wheel hitches you can use a slider hitch and have the clearance issue handled. With gooseneck…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 9

Hey Michael, thanks for reaching out! The Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops #T28GR you installed on your 2018 Ford F-150 unfortunately have that reputation among users (although Timbren claims their systems provide a smooth ride). Because of this we…

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Answer 10

Longer arms will simply place the towed vehicle further back giving you a bit more turning clearance. That being said, the difference is so small you probably wouldn't really see any benefit. When I recommend tow bars, or any other product for…

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Answer 11

The main difference between SumoSprings part #SSR-117-47 and Timbrens part #TFR1504E for a 2017 Ford F-150 is ride quality and support. The Timbrens are stiffer so they provide more support but this also means there is not as much give so the ride…

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Answer 12

Great photos, thank you, and while we do have a suspension enhancement option for your 2022 Ford F-150, you are correct the Ride-Rite #F2582 won't work because they use the same mounting holes as the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit…

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SumoSprings Or Timbrens For My 2017 Ford F-150 4WD That Squats When Hooked To My Trailer

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