Can Spacers be Added to Timbren Helper Springs for a Lifted 2012 Chevy Silverado

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Can this be modified for use with 2 inch lift kit? Truck had 2 inch blocks between axle and leaf spring. I was wondering if the product could be extended by 2 inches using new hardware and spacers?

asked by: David F

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Timbren does have spacers, # A25723-90AH00, that you could use. You would need a total of 4 of them since each is 1 inch tall and because you have a 2 inch lift. I have included a couple of video links for you. One is an installation of kit # TGMRCK25D. The other is an installation that uses the spacers.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Yes. The Timbren SES #TGMRCK25D can be used on trucks that are lifted like your 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. You will want to have approximately 1" between the bottom of the spring and the axle when installed, but if you get them installed and there is…

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Answer 2

When we have installed the spacers like the part #TA25722-90P00 with a Timbren like part #TGMRCK25D on a lifted truck we had to go to a local hardware store to track down a longer nut and bolt. Check out the install video that shows a similar install…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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