How to Reduce Sway in 2016 Ram 2500 Diesel Laramie Crew Cab with a Truck Bed Slide-On Camper

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I just bought a slide in truck camper. On the way home, I couldnt go over 50mph due to severe swaying. I am looking for something to control this. The truck looked level with it on and it was completely centered in the bed. I used a tape measure. Does the rear sway bar need upgraded, rear airbags? Any info would help. Thanks.

asked by: Joe D

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Congratulations on your new truck bed camper! I'm sure you will enjoy it for many years. Sway is a common issue with truck bed campers which can be reduced, but not eliminated. The campers are not particularly aerodynamic and the sway will increase with your speed and high winds.

Even though your truck sits level with the camper installed, you could still benefit from a Suspension Enhancement System (SES). I recommend a jounce-style spring system like the Timbren # TDR2500D. These install easily, require no maintenance and don't affect your ride when the camper is not loaded. How will this help with sway? Well, each of the rubber springs works independently to support the driver's or passenger's side of your Ram 2500. Each spring is activated when needed, so body roll is greatly reduced. This independent action really helps with truck campers because often one side of the camper will weigh more (the side with the refrigerator usually) and cause an off-center load. I've provided a link with more information on the Timbren SES.

I would recommend starting with the Timbren SES and, if you still are experiencing significant sway, I would recommend adding the Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1129-135. This will reduce the side-to-side movement and improve the overall stability of your 2016 Ram 250.

Since you just purchased your camper, you may want to consider an extra battery with an under-vehicle battery mount like Torklift's # TLA7740 to ensure that your camper doesn't run out of power. Another popular accessory for truck bed campers is a rubber bed mat like Westin's # 50-6305 which can keep your camper from sliding while it is mounted.

expert reply by: Amy W

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Answer 1

A good fit for your 2018 Ram 2500 is the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TDR2500D. With the weight you are hauling/towing, this help prevent your rear from sagging and keep your truck level. There's also the Severe Service Kit…

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Answer 2

The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TDR2500D for your 2019 Ram 2500 has an overall height of 6-3/4 inches if you used the provided spacer and 5-3/4 inches if you did not use it. Timbren likes to recommend 1 inch between the axle and the…

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Answer 3

On the etrailer website, the Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar is listed as #RM73FR and yes this is the Roadmaster 1129-145. Anything listed on this site as having a confirmed fit means it has either been installed by an etrailer Tech on site or we have…

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Answer 4

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Answer 5

Since you mentioned your 2021 Ram 2500 Big Horn Short bed having a payload capacity of 3383 I recommend going with the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs - 2 Piece - Rear Axle #SS27GR as they have a load leveling capacity of 5000lbs to support…

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Answer 6

With how the Firestone Air Helper Springs, like the #F2706, will attach to the frame, you would not be able to install a Timbren #TDR2500D as well. Both of these options will mount in the same place, unfortunately. That being said, the #TDR2500D may…

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The reason the manufacturers of the Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs - Bed Mount - Black Powder Coated Steel - Qty 4 Item #HSAB have the plastic bed rail exemption is because depending on the thickness of the plastic bed rail you might not have…

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Answer 8

While there isn't a specific weight capacity for the Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs #HSAB there is a 3,000lb capacity for the turnbuckles #TDHP that go along with these tie-downs. To ensure fitment of these tie-downs your truck will need to…

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Answer 9

Yes, the Brophy camper tie downs like the #HSAB can be used with bed rail covers. If you check out the picture I attached you can see a set installed on a bed rail with plastic covers.

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Answer 10

The Brophy #HSAB and #HSSF are essentially the same thing with the exception that the #HSAB has a small bend in it to make connecting to your turnbuckles easier. If you're still needing turnbuckles you can use part #TDHP.

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Answer 11

We have run into this quite a few times in the past, and the best option will be replacing the Lance 7-pin connector with a standard 7-way blade connector like the #PK12706. This will give you a standard 7-way connector to plug into the factory 7-way…

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Answer 12

After a few moments of looking over the instructions provided by Firestone and comparing them to the video, I realized that in the printed instructions, the connections to the relay are not shown which is what is leading to your confusion. There are…

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