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Old 05-23-2005, 02:53 AM   #1
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Timbren Load Booster Kit vs. Firestone Air Bags

I've done a search to find info on the Timbren kit and was unable to find much. I've read about the Firestones in several forums and think I have a handle on the strengths and performance of that system. However, information of the actual performance on the Timbren system seems to be in short supply.

I'm leaning toward the Timbrens at this point mainly because of two factors. Price and zero maintenance. Before making a final decision I would sure like to hear more from people who chose the Timbrens, as to how well they function.

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Old 05-23-2005, 12:47 PM   #2
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I do hope that everyone hurrys with that info as I plan on installing the Firestone Bags later this week.
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Old 05-23-2005, 02:54 PM   #3
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Well I don't know too much except that we have the firestone bags and I ask Walt if there was anything that you had to do to them and he said just make sure they have air in them... They have done a good job keeping us level and sence we are full timers and loaded that is a lot.
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Old 05-24-2005, 06:13 AM   #4
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Had the air lift bags from CW on our trusty Silverado for 9 years.Towed a Terry TT with a hitch weight of @ 850 Lbs.Kept 20 lbs of air in them when empty and 40 lbs when towing. They did a great job of nearly eliminating bounce in the TT. Had no trouble with them what-so-ever.
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Old 05-24-2005, 01:20 PM   #5
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What are Timbrens? Overload springs or airbags?

We use ours to level the truck after hitching. We also adjust the air on the road to smooth out that herky jerky motion on rough concrete pavement. It doesn't eliminate the motion but does help considerably. Probably not as much as an Isolator or TrailAir but is a side advantage to the airbags. You have to have the onboard compressor and in-cab gauge and switch to do this.

I have no experience with the Timbrens.
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Old 05-24-2005, 04:07 PM   #6
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OK, go to www.timbren.com . This appears to be a SOLID rubber suspension system that looks like an air bag, but doesn't have any fittings for air. It doesn't look to be adjustable in any way.
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Old 05-24-2005, 04:40 PM   #7
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Interesting. Thanks.
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Old 05-25-2005, 07:02 AM   #8
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Well......I guess no one has the Timbrens.

Thanks to those who replied re; the Firestone Airbags.

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Old 05-25-2005, 03:12 PM   #9
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Go to GS Club forum or rv.net forum and do a search on timbren. You will find all the info you can read in 3 days. I have the Timbrens and am satisfied with them.

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Old 05-26-2005, 02:50 AM   #10
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Thanks bholt9b. I checked it out and learned a lot. Think I'll give the Timbren's a try.

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Old 06-04-2005, 07:11 AM   #11
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Wow just seen this post! I was probably putting the Timbren's on my truck. Yes as Bill Hill said, "" This appears to be a SOLID rubber suspension system that looks like an air bag, but doesn't have any fittings for air."When the truck is not in use neither are the Timbren's. I am pleased with them...they took the squat out of the truck and the ride is much better. Very easy to put on too. They are warranty for life and the price ran about $154.00 that was shipped. I too was going to go the air bags ...no need now.
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Old 06-06-2005, 04:39 PM   #12
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Campbud,
sounds like you've already put the Timbrens on and like them. I haven't bought the Firestones yet, was going to do it this week. I like the idea of saving $300+ and having less install to do. How much difference in the squat was there? Inquiring minds want to know all the details!
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I had about a 3inch squat b/f the Timbren's
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Old 06-07-2005, 04:48 AM   #14
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What is the difference between Timbrens and AirLift, I had CW put on the AirLift and it seems to work OK.
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Old 06-08-2005, 04:39 AM   #15
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Bill,
the Timbren is a solid rubber spring approximately the same shape & size as the airlift bags. It doesn't require a compressor or outside air supply. They are about 1/3 the price of the Firestone or Airlift system when combined with the compressor. (The savings on these mean I get to order the remote control the front jacks that I've been eyeing.) I've ordered a set of Timbrens and will report on their effectiveness once I've installed them.
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Old 06-08-2005, 06:06 PM   #16
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Well I don't know if they are going to help me but I ordered them today.
I notice a fair amount of bounce associated most often with the concrete roads and their expansion joints. My hope is that the Timbrens will stiffen the ride a bit more and that may reduce the effect. Although I think they become stiffer naturally as they compress. Unloaded they should not come into play very often as they should be above the contact point. But when I Hitch up with my dual cam they should definitely come into contact as the load should put them in contact nicely. I beleive my truck squats down about 2.5-3" when I transfer off the tongue jack. I suspect the Timbrens might take an inch or so of that sqaut out.
If they do anything to reduce the concrete bounce I will be very pleased. I also understand they are supposed to offer some stability as well. Wonder if Timbrens would work on the trailer????
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