Suspension Enhancement for Towing Trailer on Uneven Roads

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So we are on our 2nd weekend camping with our new 282QBXL. Has towed very well, no issues on highways or main roads. Problem comes on back/uneven roads, the truck constantly feels like its bouncing. Truck is a 2019 F150 with 11000 miles so I doubt its my shocks. Could this just be the way its going to be? Could my equalizer 4 point need readjusted? My neighbor recommended the Sumo Springs, would that help?

asked by: Ted C

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There are a few things you can do to try to even out your towing setup when traveling on unkept roads. You can add suspension enhancement to your truck, to your trailer, and then also upgrade the connection point between truck and trailer. Obviously you'll want to make sure you have your trailer loaded correctly as well with 10-15% of the weight being on the tongue.

I recommend starting out with your truck by using the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs # SS95QR. This fits your 2019 Ford F-150 4WD and is a simple "install and forget" system that does the work for you and doesn't require any maintenance.

For your trailer you can add the SumoSprings # TSS-106-40 for underslung (leaf springs under axle) setups. This is essentially the same thing you'll be putting on your truck, it's just designed for a trailer suspension instead.

If you think the issue is the connection between truck and trailer then you can upgrade to the ProPride 3P Weight Distribution Hitch # PR57QR which is supposed to be the Cadillac of weight distribution systems.

Attached are some review videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The 3,000lb SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs #SS95QR will provide more support to reduce the amount of sag that you are having with your dump trailer. Both the Rebel and 1,500lb SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SSR-117-47 will perform…

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Answer 2

I do have a solution for you, provided your 2017 Ford F-150 4X4's suspension is in good condition. None of our options can overcome a vehicle's suspension that is not in good working order. The squat you get when your trailer is hooked up to…

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Since you're going to be driving across country and spending a lot of time behind the wheel I recommend going with an air bag system because it will be the most comfortable. The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs item #F2582 will be the best…

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SumoSprings like item #SS95QR are the best option for your application. The Rebel Custom Helper Springs are two separate pieces that only come in contact when weight is added to the rear of your 2017 F-150. This springs use progressive load control…

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The Firestone Ride Rite kit part #F2582 would be a great option for an air suspension kit that fits your truck. Then for a compressor kit part #F2610 would work great.

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The air bags of the Firestone Ride Rite kit part #F2582 do attach to both brackets so your suspension would be prevented from stretching out to provide you the articulation you need for traction so this wouldn't cost you any traction. Instead a…

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Because the Timbren suspension systems like the #TFRTT1504E you installed operate more as a longer bump stop, driving in conditions like you've mentioned and with the spring not engaged to the axle while under load, you're going to get a…

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To select the correct weight distribution hitch for your 2022 Keystone Premier 36 FKPR travel trailer you will need to determine how you plan to use the camper. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System #EQ37100ET is a great hitch and works great…

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Between the RoadActive Suspension System item #RAS3611-Y and the SumoSprings Rebel Custom Helper Springs item #SS95QR for your 2020 Ford F-150 I recommend the SumoSprings. These springs will keep your F-150 level when you're towing or hauling a…

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Answer 10

The ProPride 3P Weight Distribution Hitch #PR57QR which is the latest version of the Hensley Arrow is a great option as well. For me personally it is difficult to recommend as the price is so much more than the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System…

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Answer 11

The ProPride 3P Weight Distribution Hitch w/ Sway Control for 2" Receivers #PR57QR ships out at 240 lbs so it's definitely a hefty piece of equipment. With that being said, weight distribution systems are designed to distribute the tongue…

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Answer 12

The two SumoSprings you mentioned are the same but for their weight capacity of 1,000 lbs vs. 1,500 lbs; so for your 2020 Ford F-150 4WD that is towing a 5th wheel trailer the best option is definitely going to be the 1,500 lb spring: - SumoSprings…

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