Replacing bump stops

[gmcnulty]

I have a 2012 Silverado and recently came across the Timbren replacement bump stops. Curious if anyone has experience with something like these or what your thoughts are. Link below is for model that fits my truck. My tow rating is 9500 lbs. The truck sits almost level with the weight distribution hitch, but would like the rear end to come up a little more and ride a little smoother.

https://timbren.com/i-30497770-timbren-ses-suspension-enhancement-system-sku-gmrck15s-rear-kit.html#!year%3D2012%7C%7Cmake%3DCHEVROLET%7C%7Cm odel%3DSILVERADO%201500%7C%7Csubmodel%3D4WD

[bikendan]

Originally Posted by gmcnulty

I have a 2012 Silverado and recently came across the Timbren replacement bump stops. Curious if anyone has experience with something like these or what your thoughts are. Link below is for model that fits my truck. My tow rating is 9500 lbs. The truck sits almost level with the weight distribution hitch, but would like the rear end to come up a little more and ride a little smoother.

https://timbren.com/i-30497770-timbr...submodel%3D4WD

There are tons of threads/posts here about SumoSprings or Timbrens. A quick search will get you days of reading.
I chose SumoSprings for my F150 and love them. I chose them over Timbrens because I like the newer tech urethane over harder rubber.

https://www.superspringsinternational.com/sumosprings/

[richp]

I have got the Timbens to my K2500 HD, with good results.

Easy to install. Perhaps a little harsher ride unloaded, but only when hitting big bumps or potholes.

Rich Phillips

[NMWildcat]

I also like SumoSprings over Timbren. They work perfect when towing but ruined the unloaded ride. Definitely cause a harsh jolt on larger bumps when unloaded and are not adjustable.
Just bite the bullet and install air bags from the start. Infinitely adjustable and will not affect your unloaded ride.

[Dirt Sifter]

I have SumoSprings on both my tow vehicles. Had air bags on one previous rig. The air bags were more fun and adjustable as needed with separate air feeds on each side. The Sumo's work great when loaded; my experience unloaded is similar to richp and NMwild. Not so bad I'd take them off, just not as soft and pleasant a ride as before.

[ARhappycamper]

I also have the Sumo's. They sure tame the ride when loaded but my experience unloaded differs from above. My axles never seem to touch the Sumo's when unloaded.