Best Rear Suspension Enhancements On A 2011 Dodge Ram 1500

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I have a new 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad cab 6.5 foot box and I want to pull a 5th Wheel trailer. What is the best way to increase payload? I’m looking at Heavy Duty Rear Springs #TTC-1210 and or the Timbren Rear System # TDR1500DQ. My questions to you is which one do you recommend I use. Thanks

asked by: Mike D

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The maximum payload capacity of your 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 is determined by factory and cannot be increased. However, with the aid of suspension enhancements you can dramatically improve your vechiles stability, steering, and wear life. Choosing the proper replacement/addition to your vehicle will depend on the features you wish to improve or add.

I recommend using the SuperCoils Suspension Coils by SuperSprings. The heavy duty springs such as the SuperCoils Custom Suspension Coils part # SSC-51 are a great addition to your vehicles stock suspension. The Super Coil Springs are made specifically for the Dodge Ram designed to reduce sag while towing in addition to decreasing the wear of other rear suspension components. Note, this product will raise the rear of your vehicle 2" from the factory position.

The last option you mentioned is our Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TDR1500DQ. These bump stops are designed to replace the factory stops on you vehicle while providing you with increased handling and safety. Additionally, the bump stops will not be engaged with your rear axle until under load thus not providing the round the clock enhancements of the coil springs.

I have attached a few additional supporting documents for your review.

expert reply by: Conner L

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 2

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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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…

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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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Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 7

Personally I wouldn't go with Timbren's for your needs. They're essentially rubber bump stops that prevent your suspension from flexing when weights placed on the rear of your Canyon. The major issue with them is comfortability when you…

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