Recommended Suspension Enhancement For a 2011 Ram 5000 With Close to 13,500LBS On Rear Axle

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I have a 2011 5500 the front axle empty is 5840lbs rear is 5720lbs for a total of 11,560lbs. I am consistently at the GVWR of 19,500lbs with close to 13,500lbs on the rear axle. My springs anre getting weak and I’m concerned a 5000 pound bag is not going to be enough. Do you have any larger kits or is that what you recommend?

asked by: Cody

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Honestly with these very heavy weights the Timbren # TDR5500 becomes the best option for your 2011 Ram 5500. This particular kit is rated for 12,000lbs of support capacity to the rear suspension. They are also less likely to become damaged under very heavy loads and you will not have to worry about the air pressure like you get with the Air Bags # AL88255.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Hey Mike, the total height of the Timbren suspension kit part #TDR5500 is right at 7 inches with the spacer and the mounting bracket. This kit will definitely get rid of the sag as it is capable of providing and additional 12,000 lb of support. What…

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Answer 2

I confirmed with Timbren that the #TDR5500 is indeed the correct suspension enhancement spring for your 2015 Ram 5500 Cab and Chassis. The contents of the kit are designed for the stop over the axle as seen in the attached diagram. This kit includes…

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Hi Michael, The rubber portion of the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TDR5500 is approximately 4.5" wide by 5" tall.

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The weight capacity for the suspension enhancement kits we offer can be confusing in how it's listed but basically the kits provide their capacity in additional suspension support. So it adds that much support to the vehicle's capacity…

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Both Firestone and Air Lift stand behind their products well but I'd say the quality edge does go to Firestone. The rubber is made from a heavier duty material and the way the rubber attaches to the plates is better as well so you'd want the…

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Answer 6

Hey good question, Adam. There is not a specific limit on how many spacers you can use with Timbrens. Most trucks that use Timbrens would not be lifted more than 4"-6" anyway, and I have heard of people using up to 6 spacers on each side. I…

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Answer 7

Yes, the Air Lift 7500XL air bag kit part #AL88255 that you referenced is compatible with your 2021 Ram 4500 HD. For a compressor kit then the heavy duty part #AL25854 will work great to make inflating the bags and maintaining them easier. The…

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Both Firestone and Air Lift build a quality product and have a great warranty. The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs with Internal Jounce Bumpers, #AL88255 for the rear axle has a 5,000-lb Capacity. This product currently has a 4.7…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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