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Timbrens or SumoSprings?

DownTheAvenue
Explorer
Explorer
I posted this in the Class B forum without results. Maybe someone here can help.

I have a 2011 Chevrolet Express 3500 converted into a high top Class B motorhome. Here are the actual weights:

Steer axle: Actual 3900 lbs. Rating 4300 lbs.
Drive axle: Actual 5100 lbs. Rating 6084 lbs.
Gross weight: Actual 9000 lbs. Rating 9600 lbs.

I have contact both Timbren and SumoSprings for their recommendation. All prices are from etrailer.com. Here is what they suggest:

Timbren: Front #GMFG4 capacity 1200 lbs. $214.67
Rear #GMRG35 capacity 3600 lbs. $317.24
SumoSprings: Front #SSF-204-47 capacity 1800 lbs. $92.70
Rear #SSR-206-54 capacity 2800 lbs. $244.88

I have already added Bilstein shocks. Since this is a high top van, enhancing the handling characteristics are primary, but I would like to enhance ride quality as well. Certainly do not want to trade handling for ride quality.

The prices are significantly different. I would appreciate all experiences and recommendations.

Thank you.
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outwestbound
Explorer
Explorer
Put Timbrens on my 2011 F350 DRW and added a leaf spring. 3,800# pin runs level and smooth.
2011 F350 6.7L, 4WD, DRW, 8' bed, Reese Elite 25K
2011 Carri-Lite 36XTRM5, MOR/ryde IS, 8K disc brakes, 17.5" wheels/G114s
Solar: 960 watts, 3,000 hybrid inverter, 830 AH bank, 2 controllers
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Ductape_Dave
Explorer
Explorer
After much research I went with the Timbrens. Very satisfied with them and a great ride with no sag towing and I don't have to worry about blown airbags!
2016 Coachmen Clipper 17BH
2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5

F-TROUP
Explorer
Explorer
I have Timbrens on my F250 same set for 14 years now no problems.

colliehauler
Explorer III
Explorer III
I put the Timbrens on the rear of my Excursion along with 4 Bilstein shocks. Don't have any experience with the Sumo Springs.

TundraTower
Explorer
Explorer
I put Timbrens on my 2013 Tundra to stop the porposing on interstates. They work great!
2013 Tundra, 5.7FF, TRD, 4WD, tow pkg
2014 Forest River Cherokee 264
Prodigy II / Equalizer 10K
103 nights & 12,700 miles since April '13

Crodad
Explorer
Explorer
I am pleased with the Timbrens on my F-250.
2015 F-250 PSD 4x4 XLT
2016 Silverback 31RK

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SusanDallas
Explorer
Explorer
Since no one has answered you, I purchased the Timbren brand for my Kia Sedona. I pull a KZ Sportsmen Classic 180bh. After researching on various RV websites, the majority preferred the Timbren. My minivan pulls the travel trailer effortlessly without any sagging in the rear of the vehicle.