Expert Answers about Ford Trailer Suspension Parts

• What is the Difference BEtweeen the Timbren Axle-less Suspension 3500 vs 3500hd W/4inch lift
• The difference you will see between the standard type Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System Regular Tires part # ASR3500S06 and the Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension Off-Road Tires part # ASR35HDS02 all comes down the the spindle that they use If you'll look in the provided pictures you can see that the HD version has a space behind the brake flange and the standard duty models do not. This space is the ensure you have enough room to clear the larger off road type of...
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• What Does Decreased Ride Quality When Using the Timbren Enhancement System Really Mean
• When towing a heavy trailer with your 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the rear suspension will most likely drop due to the added weight placed on the vehicle. This added weight is going to cause issues such as improper headlight aim, poor braking, and an overall decreased sense of handling. Therefore, suspension enhancements like the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TGMRCK15S are needed. The Timbrens work by placing a dense piece of rubber spring between the frame and rear...
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• Comparing Timbren Silent Ride Suspensions for Tandem Axle Trailers with 2" Square Axles
• The only difference between the Timbren Silent Ride Suspensions for Tandem Axle Trailers with 2" Square Axles is the axle spread, part # T29MR has a 31" spread and part # T43FR has a 33" spread.
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• Do Trailer Suspension Equalizers Carry Weight Ratings
• Trailer suspension equalizers like # TREQ104 do not carry weight ratings but they are available in many different sizes. They will handle as much weight as any springs you'll be using with them. Part # TREQ104 measures 5-3/4-inches between its lower hole centers and kit # AP233 includes this same item among its component parts.
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• Comparing 1,200 Lb Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension Systems
• The only difference between the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System part # ASR1200S04 and part # ASR1200S02 is that the former has brake flanges so you can install brakes if needed. I have attached options for each setup below. ASR1200S04 - Dexter Hub/Drum part # 8-173-16UC3-EZ - Dexter Trailer Brakes part # 23-47-48 ASR1200S02 - Dexter Idler Hub part # 8-91-05UC1-EZ
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• Difference Between the Sport-Rite and the Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs for the 2003 Chevy Silverado
• Air-spring kits are vehicle-specific kits. Kit compatibility is based on your vehicle suspension, all kit types will not work on every vehicle. The Ride-Rite, item # F2190 will provide additional support for existing suspension and have higher weight capacities. These kits are designed for vehicles with heavy duty suspensions like the 1500 HD series Chevrolet trucks. The Sport-Rite will also provide additional support for the vehicle but not in the same capacity as the Ride-Rite system....
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• Why Does the Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit K71-448-00 Come with Silver Bolts and Not Black
• The Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers part # K71-448-00 has zinc plated wet bolts which are just as strong as the black bolts you are used to seeing. The metal is the exact same but the coatings are different. The zinc coating is more durable as it resists rust and corrosion better which is why Dexter is now starting to transition from the black bolts to the silver zinc plated bolts. The Dexter Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for Tandem-Axle Trailers is a fairly new kit...
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• What is the Difference Between a Rear Air Bag System and a Weight Distribution System
• Basically, a weight distribution system moves some of the load up the vehicle frame so that the front suspensions bears some of the weight. Weight distribution spreads some of the weight from the rear axle to the front. An air bag system spreads the weight across the rear axle. Instead of having 2 springs bearing the load, you now have 4. When towing large trailers, air bags should not be used instead of a weight distribution system. A hitch and vehicle will have a Weight Carrying Capacity...
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• Comparing Dexter Heavy Duty Suspension Kit and Triple-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit
• The Dexter Heavy Duty Suspension Kit part # K71-360-00 has bronze bushings and wet bolts whereas the Triple-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit part # APTT3 has nylon bushings and standard bolts. The bronze bushing resist wear more than nylon and the wet bolts make for easy maintenance. The two kits are cross-compatible.
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• Comparing Timbren Axle-Less 2K Trailer Suspension Systems with 4" Lift
• Great question! The Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System # ASR2KHDS04 has a standard size spindle which is why it is for regular tires. The Timbren Systems # ASR2KHDS03 and # ASR1THDS03 have longer spindles which can accommodate wider tires and the only difference between them is the slightly higher weight rating of the part # ASR1THDS03 (also known as the 1 Tonne by Timbren). All 3 kits are great options for off-road use because of the 4" lift, so it really boils down to what...
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• Comparing MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers and Lippert AP Kit
• The main difference between the MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers part # MR76ZR and Lippert AP Kit part # LC52SV is that the former comes with bronze bushings and the latter does not. The bronze bushings install inside the equalizer and leaf springs offering more durability than standard nylon bushings.
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• What Makes the Yakima Rack and Roll Different From the Malone MicroSport Trailers
• The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer part # Y08107 is designed primarily for lighter loads such as watersport accessories and cargo. These lighter loads require a more sophisticated suspension i.e. coilovers in order to ride smoothly. If you just need to carry more weight and don't mind a rougher ride then you can go with the Malone MicroSport Trailer part # MPG460G which has an 800 lbs weight capacity and utilizes a less sophisticated leaf spring suspension system that can carry more yes but...
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• Comparing SuperSprings Coil SumoSprings For 2017 Honda Ridgeline
• The Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs for Coil Spring Suspension # CSS-1168 and the # CSS-1168R are the same part. The "R" added to the end simply helps it work in our fit guide of products because it only fits the rear coils on your 2007 Honda Ridgeline. This part is 6-1/4 inches in diameter and 3 inches tall.
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• Comparison Of Trailer Equalizers TREQE34 and TREQE1
• The weight of a trailer is transferred evenly by the equalizers to the suspension system(springs, shackles and hangers), and the equalizers do not have a weight capacity listed. The equalizer allows for a smooth transfer of impact caused by rough or bumpy roads. The difference between part # TREQE34 and part # TREQE1 is the center hole with # TREQE1 having a 9/16 inch center hole and # TREQE34 having a 3/4-inch center hole. Both equalizers are designed to work with 1-3/4 inch double-eye...
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• Comparing SuperSprings Custom Suspension Stabilizers for 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500
• I recommend the SuperSprings Custom Suspension Stabilizer and Sway Control Kit part # SSA13MXKT for a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 which is rated at 3,000 lbs over part # SSA16MXKT which is rated for 1,650 lbs. The reason being, the heavier trailers; larger gooseneck, fifth wheel, and in-bed campers will see greater benefits from the higher capacity whereas smaller bumper pull trailer will see benefits from the lower capacity.
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• Comparing Timbren Suspension Enhancement for 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500
• The difference between the two Timbren Suspension Enhancement Kits that fit your 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 is that the Timbren # TGMRCK15S are designed to support daily driver trucks for towing and heavier loads, while the other option, part # TGMRTT15S, is designed for service vehicles like a tow truck. The reason for that is their design, with the service vehicle option being much more rigid and stiff for that type of work. Due to that, for your 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500, I highly...
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• Differences Between Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension # ASR35HDS01 and # A35RS545E
• The Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension # ASR35HDS01 doesn't have hub/drums like the # A35RS545E does and the spindle is spaced out further from the frame to allow for wider tires with the part # ASR35HDS01 but aside from that they are the same capacity and ride height.
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• Best Suspension Enhancement for a 2018 Nissan Frontier with Factory Ride Quality
• In regards to suspension enhancements for a 2018 Nissan Frontier, you have a few options but there are none from SuperSprings. The best option for unloaded ride quality would be the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2558. However, if you don't want the maintenance upkeep of the airbags then the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TTORTUN4L are a great second best option. They can engage if you go over a big bump but aside from this they will retain a mostly factory...
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• Comparing AirLift # AL88295 And Firestone # F2299 Air Bag Suspensions for 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4
• If I personally had to choose between the AirLift # AL88295 and the Firestone # F2299, I'd choose the AirLIft system which includes internal jounce bumpers that provide extra cushion if you're running low pressure in the bags but should hit a pothole or other obstacle or if the bags should fail for some reason. Over the years, I've found AirLift's customer service and support to be absolutely outstanding, and obtaining spare parts when needed will not present a problem. All this being...
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• Comparing Timbren Suspension Enhancement for 2018 Toyota Tacoma
• There are six different Timbren kits for suspension enhancement that all fit your 2018 Toyota Tacoma. Four are for the rear and two are for the front. Of the front two, part # TTOFTUN4 is designed for adding support when you put a snow plow on the truck and # TABSTOF is an active bump stop that cushions the shock when off-roading. A couple of the rear kits are designed to support the rear of the truck when either towing a trailer or adding weight in the bed. Use part # TTORTUN4 if your...
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