Which Timbren Suspension Kit for 2001 Ford F-250 with F-350 Springs

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So I am looking at the FR350SDE and FR250SDE kits is their a difference in these other then the weight rating? Reason I ask is I have an 01 250 with 350 rear springs id like to use the 350 kit since i tow such a heavy 5th wheel a few times a year... The brackets and hardware look identical is this the case? Thanks in advance

asked by: Robbie H

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The higher capacity Timbren kit part # TFR350SDE will fit a 2001 Ford F-250 or F-350 so it would work well for you. It has a higher capacity at 8,600 lbs compared to the # TFR250SDE which is rated for 6,000 lbs. Since you have the F-350 springs installed already this would be your better option.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Since you want something with as little maintenance as possible for your 2003 Ford F250 4WD, use helper springs. This will help with the sag you are getting to keep you level, and I recommend Timbrens: - Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System…

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Answer 2

The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System that is compatible with your 2004 Ford F-250 is the part #TFR250SDE. These are rated for 6,000 lbs and will do a great job at helping to support the pin weight of your 5th wheel trailer. Please note that…

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Answer 3

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 options.…

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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 5

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 6

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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Answer 7

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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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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Answer 9

It sounds like the purpose of getting the air helper spring would be to counteract the 1 inch compression you're getting in your rear suspension caused by the pin weight of your 5th wheel. If that's the case, I believe that the AirLift 5000…

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Answer 10

The Hellwig Adjustable Big Wig Rear Anti-Sway Bar #HE94FR is only going to leave a few inches between it and the spare tire, as you can see in the attached picture. Depending on how far forward you have the tire it could potentially interfere with…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

There's not many differences between the Air Lift WirelessONE item #AL25980EZ and item #AL25980. The main difference is that the item #AL25980EZ has a slightly higher CFM at 1.03 compared to 0.92 and it runs slightly more efficient at 9% over 15%…

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