Sumo spring vs road master

[traveldawg]

I don't think they make Timbren Springs for trailers. I went to their web site and couldn't find a pair for a trailer.

[TheLexx]

I don't think they make Timbren Springs for trailers. I went to their web site and couldn't find a pair for a trailer.

Timbrens' website is a confusing mess. You have to dig to find it.

This is a dual axle setup that retains the axles: https://timbren.com/p-35854-silent-r...3DALL%20MODELS

This is an axleless trailer suspension that's similar to MorRyde's trailing axle design:
https://timbren.com/p-35853-axle-les...3DALL%20MODELS

This one is an air ride system:
https://timbren.com/p-35856-dakota-a...3DALL%20MODELS

Another air ride system:
https://timbren.com/p-35855-sti-trai...3DALL%20MODELS

[papermakermd]

Well TheLexx I'm not an expert but as Wicked Ace stated there should be no space between Sumo Spring and trailer frame. I watched the install video and when the Sumo's are installed the trailer is sitting on the Sumo's. No space so no initial joltas you suspect.

[traveldawg]

Timbrens' website is a confusing mess. You have to dig to find it.

This is a dual axle setup that retains the axles: https://timbren.com/p-35854-silent-r...3DALL%20MODELS

This is an axleless trailer suspension that's similar to MorRyde's trailing axle design:
https://timbren.com/p-35853-axle-les...3DALL%20MODELS

This one is an air ride system:
https://timbren.com/p-35856-dakota-a...3DALL%20MODELS

Another air ride system:
https://timbren.com/p-35855-sti-trai...3DALL%20MODELS

Thanks for the clarification. I was looking for just the 'foam bags/springs' like the Sumos.

[powerscol]

Well TheLexx I'm not an expert but as Wicked Ace stated there should be no space between Sumo Spring and trailer frame. I watched the install video and when the Sumo's are installed the trailer is sitting on the Sumo's. No space so no initial joltas you suspect.

@TheLexx
They (SUMO) actually want 1/4" to 1/2" initial compression. If there is a gap they were not properly installed. I have them on my trailer.

[traveldawg]

Thanks. I would like to know what you think of them what you get them on if you don’t mind


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Drove about 200 miles today. It was the first tow with the newly installed Sumo Springs. I think the ride is much smoother and the 5th wheel looks like it recovers from bumps-n-humps quicker than without the Sumos. I’m glad I put them on - really glad.

I’ll put another 200 miles on them when I return home on Saturday.

[powerscol]

Larry
Before you head back it might be prudent to give them a once over to check for bolt tightness, etc.
Just a thought.

[Mjlebsa]

Drove about 200 miles today. It was the first tow with the newly installed Sumo Springs. I think the ride is much smoother and the 5th wheel looks like it recovers from bumps-n-humps quicker than without the Sumos. I’m glad I put them on - really glad.

I’ll put another 200 miles on them when I return home on Saturday.

Thanks for the update


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[traveldawg]

Larry
Before you head back it might be prudent to give them a once over to check for bolt tightness, etc.
Just a thought.

Good idea. I'll check them out tomorrow.