Recommended Helper Spring Product for Class A Motorhome on 2018 Ford F-53 Chassis

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I have a 2018 Jayco Precept 36T class A motor home on a Ford F53 24,000 lbs chassis. I am wanting to improve the drive. I would like to know which would be most appropriate for my rig. The Sumo Spring product or the Timbren product. What reason is there to choose one over the other. Thank you.

asked by: Spencer H

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I'd recommend the SumoSpring product over the Timbren, because of the ride quality. The rubber used in the Timbren springs is pretty stiff. The product works very well in that it offers plenty of support but you will experience a fairly harsh ride once the suspension gets compressed. The SumoSprings are constructed of a microcellular urethane, and have a bit more give to them which will yield a more comfortable ride. The SumoSprings will also reduce sway and body roll during turns.

I'd recommend the # SSF-173-40-2 SumoSpring Rebel for the front suspension and the # SSR-183-54-1 Maxim for the rear. Both products would replace the existing factory bump stop.

I've linked to some installation videos that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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For your 2023 Coachmen Pursuit 31BH you will need the Front SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SSF-170-40-2 and Rear SumoSprings Maxim Custom Helper Springs #SSR-184-40-1. If you were to select only one to install first I recommend the rear…

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Air helper springs have their advantages and disadvantages. You can adjust the pressure in the system according to the load, but the weight of a motorhome won't vary much so you wouldn't really benefit from that adjustability. In my…

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The Air Lift kit part #AL57344 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Ford F-53. It will provide up to 5,000 lbs of suspension support to bring your vehicle back to level if is carrying a heavy load. If you are sagging 4-5 inches this…

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The correct Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs for a 2015 Jayco Alante 31L is part #AL57344. These are an excellent option to add additional load leveling, sway control, and improved stability. Please note, they do require drilling into…

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For your 2016 Thor ACE Motorhome I recommend the Air Lift Loadlifter springs because you get the adjustable load support, and the comfort and reliability of air springs: - Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs #AL57344 I recommend starting with…

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The Air Lift kit part #AL57344 that fits your 2019 Ford F-53 has a capacity of 5,000 lbs and that might be a confusing figure. What it is supposed to indicate is that it can provide up to an additional 5,000 lbs of suspension support. So your RV…

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The correct SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs for a Forest River Georgetown GT7 are part #SSF-173-40-2 for the front and part #SSR-187-54-1 for the rear. These springs will do a great job of increasing ride quality by reducing sway and absorbing road…

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Since your 2016 Thor A.C.E 29.3 RV utilizes a Ford F-53 chassis, you can use suspension enhancements designed for this chassis. I recommend using the following products depending on the GVWR of your RV. Front: SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs…

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The Maxim Custom Helper Springs #SSR-184-40-1 are a great fit for your 2016 Forest River. They'll help support the motorhome, preventing body roll and sway. This kit includes the hardware you'll need and is easy to install. The springs bolt…

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Adding the steering stabilizer and the front sway bar is definitely the first couple of steps that you want to take to help stabilize your motorhome. If you haven't already picked one out I recommend going with the Roadmaster #RM-1139-148 which…

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I have attached for you below the correct suspension and steering parts you're after for a Newmar Bar Star 3124 on Ford F-53 Chassis. Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar part #RM25VR Roadmaster Reflex Steering Stabilizer part #RM62VR SumoSprings Rebel…

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Answer 12

The first and most important suspension upgrade you will want to make on your 2018 Jayco Precept 36T is an upgraded rear anti-sway bar, the Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar part #RM-1139-149. The Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar is going to help minimize…

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