How Much Space Should be Between Timbren Spring and Bracket

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Can you tell me how much of a gap is between the spring and the bottom plate with and without the spacer? And is it alright to add spacers so it is always engaged as if it has a load? Part TRF1504E 2022 Ford F150 XL Crewcab 2 wheel drive.

asked by: DAVE H

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Expert Reply:

Hey Dave, with Timbrens like the part # TFR1504E you want there to be a gap of right at 1 inch between where the spring contacts the bracket so that you get a decent ride quality plus the support you want. If you add a spacer to make it contact sooner you will basically end up hating the ride quality.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Actually the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System Item #TFR1504E that you referenced is the recommended kit for both the 4x2 and 4x4 versions of your 2018 Ford F-150 FX4. This kit has a spacer that you can remove if you find that the ride is…

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Answer 2

Timbrens are unfortunately notoriously harsh and there isn't a way to gain additional clearance like you would need to improve the ride quality so only option would be a different system that is less harsh. A better option would be the RAS kit…

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Answer 3

You'd need a 1 inch spacer with a 3/8 inch diameter bushing part #A25723-90AH00 to use with the part #TFR1504E as you have a 1 inch lift and the kit you have has a 3/8 inch diameter bushing.

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Answer 4

The Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part #TFR1504E which is a fit for a 2021 Ford F-150 measures 8" tall with the spacer or 7" tall without the spacer. The springs are designed to reduce sag/squat as well as sway and body roll.…

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Answer 5

The best way to fix the sag you are getting on your lifted 2018 Ford F-150 when towing a trailer is to use the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TFR1504E which is designed for this exact situation - reduce the amount of sag on a truck when…

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Answer 6

While the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TFR1504E may be able to technically fit without using the spacer, it will likely not offer you the best performance. It is supposed to be pretty tight and without the use of the spacer, the…

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Answer 7

There should be clearance when using the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TFR1504E without load in the truck on your 2016 Ford F-150. I recommend removing the spacer. The empty ride of your vehicle is not to be effected by the system…

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Answer 8

You will need to set your weight distribution system up again with less spring bar tension once you install the Timbren kit part #TFR1504E on your 2020 Ford F-150 to compensate for the additional suspension support added with the Timbren. I would…

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