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  • Weight Distribution Hitch on Vehicle with Self Leveling Suspension
  • For vehicles with auto-leveling suspension the proper setup procedure for weight distribution is to put the full tongue weight on the trailer hitch to activate the vehicle's auto-level function and then from there go through the setup procedure for the weight distribution system.
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  • Recommended Suspension Enhancement for 2016 Ford F-150 that's Rocking/Swaying when Driven Unloaded
  • I have a solution for you but most of the suspension enhancement systems, like Timbrens, are designed to help when carrying a heavy load and are not as effective when the truck is unloaded. The RAS Suspension Kit # RAS3611-B upgrades your vehicle's factory suspension for improved stability, handling, and control. The mechanically active system eliminates axle wrap and wheel hop. This comes fully assembled and is easy to install. Another option that is the SuperSprings # SSA28. This...
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  • If the Rear Suspension of a 1998 Toyota Tacoma Sags What is Recommended to Fix It
  • We have suspension enhancement products that are confirmed to fit your 1998 Toyota Tacoma, but they all require that the suspension of the vehicle be in good working order. Suspension enhancement isn't designed to support weak or damaged components. The best product for you would be new rear springs based on what you described. We don't carry replacement springs. Once you replace your current springs that have problems I attached a link for you to check out that has all of the enhancement...
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  • Troubleshooting Rear End Sag On a 2022 Chevy Suburban With Weight Distribution Hitch
  • I do have one recommendation as there is no suspension enhancement for your 2022 Chevrolet Suburban. With the issues you are having it sounds like your Suburban doesn't have the weight distribution set up correctly for your Suburban. I have seen similar issues on vehicles that have air suspension systems. If your Suburban has the Four Corner Air Suspension System there is a particular way you need to set up the weight distribution. 1. Adjust the vehicle air suspension to "Normal Ground...
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  • Can a Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System Eliminate Vibration in a 2008 Acura MDX
  • Once the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System, item # THROD2, is installed on the 2008 Acura MDX, the Aeon hollow rubber springs will not contact the bottom of the coil spring housing unless there is a load on or in the back of the vehicle, see installation instructions link below. This means that if the vibration you are referring to is present under normal operating conditions, not towing or carrying a load, the rubber springs will not help. In this case, I would have the vehicle...
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  • Why is the Ride in the Back Seat of an F-550 So Rough, and is There Anything That Makes it Smoother
  • The crazy rough bouncing of the rear suspension is due to the very high spring rate of the rear suspension. The very high towing capacity of your early model F550 is kind of a double edged sword in that you have the ability to tow way more weight than almost any other vehicle on the road, but the suspension is so stiff that when you hit a bump you really feel it. The rear suspension of your truck was not designed for comfort, it was only designed for carrying a lot of weight. When your...
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  • Troubleshooting Trailer Lights that Stop Working When Vehicle Suspension is Compressed
  • There is an exposed wire that is touching something metal and shorting out when your suspension is compressed. Most likely the wiring is somewhere along the frame rails and where the body meet. I wish I could be more specific than that but you will need to trace the wiring from the back of the vehicle up forward looking for cut or exposed wire.
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  • Will Firestone Coil Rite Air Helper Springs Prevent Tire Cupping or Leaning
  • The Firestone # F4170 is designed to help suspend cargo carried in the rear of your Hyundai Santa Fe. There are several possible causes for tire cupping. I'd recommend having a tire shop examine the tires, suspension and alignment for anything that's worn, damaged or out of adjustment. You mention that the wheels are leaning.. this could indicate failing wheel bearings. I'd urge you to get your vehicle checked out by a mechanic. A suspension enhancement product will NOT increase the load...
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  • Troubleshooting Timbren Springs Contacting Axle On a 2017 Ram 2500 With No Additional Load
  • The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TDR2500D that you have for your 2017 Ram 2500 4X4 with the factory air suspension is designed to fit a vehicle with good suspension and vehicle lift or lowering kits. You should have 1/2" to 1-1/2" of clearance between the Timbren springs and your axle with your Ram unloaded. Seeing as your springs are touching with no weight you either have some kind of lowering kit on the rear of your truck to level it out or your springs have worn to the...
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  • Suspension/Level Issues Flagstaff Vlite 30WTBSK
  • Examine how different, if any, your trailer suspension sets when the trailer is disconnected from tow vehicle, level and unloaded with empty water/waste tanks. If you still have this measurements of uneven from side to side you will need to address possible worn/damaged suspension issues. If you have a proper setting travel trailer you need to adjust the load of your trailer. We have multiple options available for suspension upgrades/replacement, such as the MORryde Suspension Upgrade...
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  • Will Roadmaster # RM-1109-168 Anti-Sway Bar Reduce Body Roll of 2003 Tahoe Caused By Cross Winds
  • An anti-sway bar is designed to help prevent body roll whether it be caused by turns or by cross winds, so it would certainly help in your situation. Taller vehicles like your Tahoe are more susceptible to cross winds due to the large surface area of the side of the vehicle. You did the right thing by having your alignment and font suspension and steering components checked. If you haven't already, you might also have the rear suspension checked in order to rule out any possible problems...
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  • Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System Spring Fell Off 2008 Ford F-250
  • This is extremely rare and I can only imagine this happening if the springs were incorrectly installed, or were in the wrong location, under an extremely heavy load, or possibly having the wrong system installed. Per the instructions, there should only be a gap between 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches when the vehicle is empty. That gap is eliminated when the vehicle has a load added. The Timbren system is designed to work with a suspension system that is in good working order.
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  • Troubleshooting Mushy Rear Suspension on a 2005 Nissan Pathfinder With Air Lift Air Bags
  • The Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs # AL60810 for the rear suspension on your 2005 Nissan Pathfinder have a maximum air pressure rating of 35psi. This should not be exceeded or it will likely cause damage to the air bags and could also damage part of the suspension system. With the suspension feeling mushy without additional weight you should have the springs and shocks checked out to ensure they are functioning properly with no damage to the mounts.
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  • Recommendations to Eliminate Sag on 2007 Chevy Silverado Towing 16-Foot Trailer
  • The Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems (SES) would be a solution for the sag you are noticing. Our customers towing larger trailers with consistent payloads on a full-sized pick-up see a lot of benefit with these kits. The Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems # TGMRCK15S that you reference is a confirmed fit for a 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic and New Body 1500 Series. To determine if it is a fit for your particular vehicle style, I have included a link to our list of suspension enhancement...
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  • Troubleshooting a Tow Vehicle that Sways Considerably Towing Boat Trailer
  • How is the tire pressure on your 2013 GMC Yukon XL? Is the suspension in good working order? If your vehicle and trailer suspension are both in good working order, your trailer is being towed level, and your trailer weighs less than the towing capacities of your tow vehicle you shouldn't be getting the sway you are describing. Especially if the trailer tows just fine with other tow vehicles. That leads me to believe that the problem is either tire or suspension related on your Yukon XL....
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  • Troubleshooting Suspension Noise After Air Bag Installation In Coil
  • Typically the noise you hear after installing coil springs like the # F4170 is from the metal coils of your suspension rubbing something as the suspension moves. I had this happen on my car once when I installed air springs in it and the problem was that the rubber isolator at the top of the spring was positioned in such a way that it was allowing the metal coil of the spring to touch the frame of the vehicle. When the suspension moved noise was created. I had to go back and reposition...
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  • Troubleshooting Scooter Carrier Making Ground Contact
  • With a scooter carrier that drags on the ground, you have a ground clearance issue that needs addressed. There isn't just a wheel made for that specific purpose, but there are skid wheels that have a similar function like # UF48-979014 designed to protect RV's from frame contact. The issue is this also restricts your ground clearance and they aren't designed to have contact with the ground except for deflecting when needed. The better solution is to plug your vehicle information into...
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  • Troubleshooting Rear Suspension Sag With a 8,000LB Fastway E2 Round Bar Weight Distribution Hitch
  • To determine if you have the correct weight distribution bars for your Fastway e2 Weight Distribution # FA94-00-0800 you will need to find the exact tongue weight of your trailer. A Tongue Weight Scale # e99044 is the best way to find your tongue weight on your trailer. Your current 8,000lb Spring Bars # FA94-02-0899 are rated for a tongue weight of 400-800lbs. You can change these for 2 of the 10,000lb Spring Bar # FA94-02-1099 for a tongue weight of 600-1,000lbs. If your tongue weight...
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  • Troubleshooting Leaf Springs Bolts that are Binding Up When Shackle Bolts are Tightened
  • You are tightening the shackle bolts too much if they are binding up. The shackle bolts do not require a specific torque rating because tightening the shackle bolts too much will squeeze the shackle straps against the leaf springs and the whole suspension system will bind and cause problems. The best thing to do when tightening down shackle bolts is to use lock nuts and tighten them until they are snug and then backed off 1/4 turn. Lock nuts should be used because they resist loosening...
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  • Troubleshooting Rear End Sag or Squat on 2015 Nissan Quest
  • Suspension Enhancement would assist with keeping your vehicle from dropping in the rear. Unfortunately there is not currently any vehicle suspension enhancement from any of our manufacturers that is confirmed to fit your 2015 Nissan Quest. Unfortunately that means air springs are currently not an option to help level your vehicle under load. You're best option is to work on your weight distribution system head adjustment to give you less drop at your vehicle and still give you the support...
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