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Discussion starter · #1 · May 6, 2014

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Hey guys I'm new here, just bought a 03 Durango. I'm gonna be towing and wanted to keep the back level, is there a helper spring or a shackle thatwill help with this , thanks

 

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#2 · May 6, 2014

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Use an add a Leaf or Install air Bags for when you tow They work Great and you wont have a bad Rake when not in use as you will with the added leaf
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Discussion starter · #3 · May 6, 2014

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Will do I will look into the air bags, thanks

 

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there are weight distribution hitches, that can help rear squat, as well. I have it for my trailer along with the anti-sway kit, and my ram can not tell the trailer is back there, and when using the D, before I bought the ram, worked very well.

 

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#5 · May 8, 2014 (Edited)

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Does anyone have experience with Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems ?
http://www.summitracing.com/int/parts/tbi-ddr00/overview/year/1999/make/dodge/model/durango
I only pull a trailer occasionally with my D.

 

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Just from word of mouth, it will roughen the ride if you have enough weight in the back to allow full contact, during travel.

 

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#7 · May 8, 2014

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I have a rear AAL as well as air bags. adding a leaf raises the vehicle, but with a weight distribution hitch, it's more than enough. if you want stock height, go with the bags. 20 PSI and off you go.

if you are carrying a lot of weight and have trailer brakes, you should be using a weight dist hitch with sawy control anyway.

 

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#8 · May 9, 2014 (Edited)

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Skater said:

Hey guys I'm new here, just bought a 03 Durango. I'm gonna be towing and wanted to keep the back level, is there a helper spring or a shackle thatwill help with this , thanks

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Which Trim Level do you have?

See these options:

Dodge Durango Suspension Enhancement - 2003 | etrailer.com

2003 Dodge Durango Load Support - for 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000 and more | SuspensionConnection.com

Note that some do not work with SXT Trim Level (bummed as that is what I have)

 

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#9 · May 11, 2014

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Does anyone have some pics of the air bags installed on a durango?

 

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#10 · May 12, 2014

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durango5.9 said:

Does anyone have some pics of the air bags installed on a durango?

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If I think of it, I'll take one of mine.

 

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#11 · May 12, 2014 (Edited)

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That would be cool, I ordered the Air Lift Part #59529 and will probably install it next weekend, if it fits.

Edit: Installed today and posted some pics here http://www.dodgedurango.net/forums/...forums/durango-accessories-1998-03/16132-air-spring-helpers-installed-rear.html