GMT 800 SUV Timbrens

[nitro_rat]

I have seen that a common item in the GMT800 SUV threads is dealing with the crappy foam bumpstops which degrade every few years and in some cases even "disappear" during pretty normal usage.

I'd like to get some feedback from anyone that has used the Timbrens on one of these trucks.

I'm not really interested in them for the load carrying capacity, but as a progressive bump stop for the suspension during "spirited driving." I think that the front SES setup would work pretty good as-is. I don't think that they really change the ride quality dramatically from what I have read places like plowsite.

The rear Aeon springs in the rear SES kit are probably too long and stiff for my intended application. I found a chart here on the portal of the different springs available and will probably pick one that looks like it will work after I do a little more measuring.

I emailed Timbren and their response was "Sorry i don't have an off road bump stop for your truck." I was kinda expecting more support but whatever...

 

[06Burb]

I’m using Sumo Springs on my 06 2500.

 

[nitro_rat]

I’m using Sumo Springs on my 06 2500.

2500 is leaf sprung IIRC. How did they affect the ride?

 

[06Burb]

Hardly noticeable. Unloaded I have about 1 1/2” of clearance. Loaded it rides great. I’m also running bilstien 5100’s. Hitting a hard bump at speed feels firm but not jarring.

 

[03tahoe]

I have Timbrens in the back of my 2003 Tahoe (GMT 800). I also have the Z71 coils and a 2" spacer. This gets me about a 2" gap unloaded. Loaded they get closer and still ride fine. They are not the "off-road" version that Timbren offers, but they do just fine. I would say get them or the Sumo Springs. Cheers!