Comparing Air Lift and Timbren Suspension Enhancement for 2003 Chevy Avalanche
Question:
Hello, I am wanting to reduce the squat in my 2003 chevy avalanche 1500 when pulling my gross 6800 lb. camper. Can you tell me the pros/cons vs. airbags in the springs and the bump stops? NOTE: my truck has the coil springs and not the leaf springs
asked by: Brent U
Expert Reply:
The pros and cons for the Air Lift air bag suspension enhancement kit part # AL60769 and the Timbren part # TGMRG25C is that the air bags are a bit higher maintenance since they require managing air pressure in them and you have to deal with the (pretty low) risk of developing a leak but they do offer infinite adjustability and won't affect ride quality when not needed.
The Timbrens are a much simpler install and require zero maintenance BUT they are known to be pretty harsh especially when unloaded. So if it were me I would go with the air bags as I value ride quality over simplicity.
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Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Jounce-Style Springs
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Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs - Rear
- Vehicle Suspension
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Air Springs
- Light Duty
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