Best Silverado Truck Suspension Upgrade - How to Install Timbrens

[@ThriftyGarage]

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[@LKN4WAR]

Thanks for video. Installing wiring and off road lights snd noticed my jacked up bump stop. 14 years time for new ones for sure.

[@Peenurpool]

I fully agree that this is probably the best upgrade anyone could do if you intend on plowing or carrying heavy loads or towing... I first used these back in 2006 when I bought a brand new 2006 GMC 2500HD extended cab pickup.. I installed them the same week I got the truck and even before I plowed or towed anything with it... when I hooked up to my plow, fisher 8.5 Extreme V Stainless, and raised it the front end dropped only about one inch, maybe... actually less , and more like only a half inch.. was barely noticeable.. I have never had to replace one single front suspension part in that truck, ever.. I did replace both front hub/ bearings at around 100k miles but even that is a lot of miles to get out of them.. everything else is still tight as a drum.. I should note that I do grease the entire front end every 4K when I change my oil, and rotate my tires every other oil change.. I am always on top of that stuff.. that truck currently has over 170k miles on it now and the front end is still like new... that one upgrade has saved me literally hundreds if not a couple thousand bucks in repair costs and the headaches that come with things breaking and having to be hung up getting fixed... the sooner you can put these on your truck the better.. it gives a much better ride, practically eliminates body roll, front end sag is a thing of the past, and it absolutely enhances steering and braking especially while in 4wd...anyone who uses a set of these even once will never go without them on any vehicle they work or plow with ever again.. it will be the very first thing you will do after filling your gas tank...if you look enough they can be had for between 180-200 bucks for most late model trucks for the front ... absolutely worth every single penny.. I would install these even if I didn’t plow or tow anything just because of the gains you get in the drivability... great info and great video 👍👍

[@ThriftyGarage]

Well said!

[@gregmartin6965]

I would definitely reccomend adjusting the ride height on your truck. The entire weight of your truck is sitting on those bump stops and it will definitely accelerate the wear on your new part. Always adjust ride height prior to replacing your bump stops. Then get an alignment.

[@500hardcore]

Great info thanks. Why was your shock rubbing on the bump stop?

[@jjwhitedog]

Super info, tks. Mine arrive soon. I chg'd my2009 2500hd leafs from 4/1 5o 5/1 and put new shocks same as yours. Are they good (Rancho) as you've had them for three (3) years? I have a Hiniker V on as well. Timbrens should help.

[@ThriftyGarage]

Nothing to brag about on the shocks. New are better than used. Time will tell for the longevity. Timbrens are where it’s at! Such a big difference especially on a 10-15 year old truck.

[@alscompleteoutdoor9091]

Maybe that's how they are supposed to go but I used the shim on the bolt head side...I got the Chinese knock off for like a quarter of the price didn't come with instructions but I figured you don't want them literally constantly compressed...maybe I'm totally wrong...the stock ones sit inches above the control arm and mine sit a inch off the control arm...I also have my torsion bars maxed as it's a plow truck...🤷

[@ThriftyGarage]

It was definitely a nice upgrade for our plow truck. Such a smoother ride!

[@gman77gas]

THANKS!

[@ThriftyGarage]

You're welcome!

[@makenImprovements]

How are they holding up I have a work horse Silverado with a ladder rack

[@ThriftyGarage]

Sold the truck to Carvana but had the Timbrens for 2-3 years and still stand behind them for the GMT800 trucks.

[@TheJakehart23]

Did the clearance decrease after the suspension settled? How much?

[@ThriftyGarage]

I put them on and never looked back. I don’t know if it settled. I still stand behind the statement that this is the best bang for your buck upgrade for these trucks. Whether you use it for work or not. For a work truck especially a plow truck I’d say it’s an essential upgrade.

[@jondiego]

Just curious... How does the bump stop help with the suspension and sloppy steering?

[@ThriftyGarage]

I can’t entirely explain it. I’ve never seen one component make such a difference in how a vehicle handled. I suppose it’s like a cushion that limits the suspension movement at the end of travel assisting in removing harshness.

[@jondiego]

@@ThriftyGarage i know what a bump stop does... Just evaluating the next mods to my 2500HD

[@PedroGomez-bd9ro]

@@ThriftyGarage Good explanation if you think about it

[@gaila.8830]

Hi 😊 any chance we can improve a sierra 1500 to have more weight on it? We need to load more than 4000lbs on it a sierra 2500 would be better but they are harder to find So we found a V8 1500 Any chance the timbren could help? Thanks 😊

[@ThriftyGarage]

Timbren can’t hurt!!! But I can’t be sure it will resolve your dilemma.

[@gaila.8830]

@@ThriftyGarage thank you for your answer 😊

[@nilsen166422]

you cant increase your payload but the it will ride better

[@travelinthru9519]

So where is the install video?

[@ThriftyGarage]

It’s pretty simple. You simply remove a few nuts and replace the old bump stop with this. Hardest part is access and dealing with any rust or corrosion.

[@travelinthru9519]

That's cuz I'm wondering he's flapping his gums more than he's actually working on the vehicle

[@ThriftyGarage]

Simply haven’t had a chance to edit the video. You are the only person to ask for the install video. Maybe I’ll get to editing it someday. But don’t wait on me. Like I said it’s a super easy install. Shouldn’t take more than an hour or two if you know what your doing.

[@roblacerra3257]

@@ThriftyGarage does it lift it or anything or is it just for load?

[@ThriftyGarage]

It’s more of a bump stop than a lift. Might increase your right height slightly if you old one is toast like mine was.

[@richr909]

So I just test drove a brand new 2021 chevy 2500 hd with the diesel engine setup from the dealer yesterday. I love the engine and trans but absolutely hate how stiff the ride on that truck is. Its a 4x4 crew cab with an 8' bed as well. Is there anything that can be done on the new 2500's to soften up the front suspension? I drove all the new 2500's from Ford, Ram and GM. The GM's by far rode the worst. Ford F250 rode the best and Ram was in 2nd place in my opinion. Please let me know if anything can be done about this issue. Thanks

[@ThriftyGarage]

In my experience with the newer Silverado trucks it was the rear suspension ride that was harsh. Put a load in the bed or hook up a trailer and it really smooths out the ride. I’m not sure if this would be a good upgrade on the newer trucks. I can’t compare GM and Ford as I don’t have much seat time in those.

[@mattward330]

Add Bilstein shocks and Sulastic shackles. Also make sure truck wasn't leveled from the dealer if it was it's best to have Kryptonite upper control arms on it.

[@JH-jd8ip]

Man, $200+ is alot for 2 chunks of rubber

[@ThriftyGarage]

I’d pay double. It’s life changing!

[@JH-jd8ip]

@@ThriftyGarage I'm going to check them out because I do use my truck for plowing 4+ months out of the year

[@willmcdiarmid1517]

Why is this video call "best suspension upgrade" all you did was replace the bump stop, it should be called "bump stop upgrade"

[@ThriftyGarage]

It took my clapped out suspension and made it feel like new again. For the cost i would depend it to be a very good suspension upgrade.

[@12taskforce]

@@ThriftyGarage how much was this bump stop?

[@ThriftyGarage]

If I recall correctly they were a little over $200 on etrailer.com

[@MisterTwister88]

Yeah, except its not a bump stop

[@noahkb80]

Becuase its his KZbin channel and he understands how KZbin works

[@IIISHN00FIII]

To expensive, this cost more then my Bilstein Shocks !!! Come on is just Rebel why????

[@ThriftyGarage]

If your stock bump stops are worn you should definitely replace them. They serve a completely different function than shocks. If you can’t afford Timbren then I believe there are some other more affordable options. Anything would be better than nothing.