How Much Gap Should There be Between Frame and Timbren Suspension Kit

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You previously answered a question regarding distance between Timbren and Axle. Here is an answer from Timbren, Ideally “no gap” is best unloaded.

asked by: Adam

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I found the article you mentioned from Timbren and a 1 inch gap is recommended for the rear kits but for the front kits they recommend no gap at all. Since the part # TGMFK25D is a front kit you'd want to not have any gap at all.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The best way to find the pin weight of your fifth wheel trailer is to use a commercial scale like those at truck stops or at material supply centers. First you should weigh your tow vehicle without the trailer connected. Next, connect your trailer to…

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Timbren likes to recommend 1 inch between the axle and the Timbren when the truck is unloaded. We have found that this works the best. This allows the suspension to feel when the vehicle is unloaded and still gives you support when needed when…

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You will want to have the rubber spring of the Timbren part #TFR1502D sit close to the axle but not touching it when unloaded. There isn't an exact dimension for what will work best as people have different preferences and some vehicle…

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I spoke with my contact at SuperSprings to find out if this would present any issues for you. Although the amount of compression you are describing with the #TSS-107-40 installed is not ideal, they assured me that the system would still work as…

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The correct SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs for overslung axles (axle under leaf springs) is part #TSS-107-40. The springs will be pre-loaded upon installation therefore the space you have between the frame is spring loaded will be less than the…

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When installing the Sumo Trailer Springs #TSS-107-40, is very important as the Trailer SumoSprings provide the maximum level of vibration reduction and damping with the 1/4”-1/2” preload. That being said, the measurement is extremely close and after…

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Without any load on the vehicle the Timbren front suspension kit part #TGMFK25D would not add any height at all. It would reduce sag when there is a load though.

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It's pretty normal to experience a rough ride with the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System part #T28MR on a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 while going over bumps unloaded. There isn't much that can be done to stop that with these springs but…

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How Much Gap Should There be Between Frame and Timbren Suspension Kit

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