Anybody try helper springs?

S1njin · Oct 28, 2013

Hey Gang,

Stumbled across these in my research. As we all know, Honda doesn't recommend a WDH. I tow my trailer fine but I'd like to have a bit less back end sag when doing so.

Would something like this actually work?

http://www.etrailer.com/Vehicle-Suspension/Honda/Ridgeline/2012/CSS-1195R.html?vehicleid=201211879

Adjusts progressively to the weight of your load
Becomes stiffer when more weight is loaded onto your Honda Ridgeline
Reduces body roll and helps level your truck

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Seems relatively inexpensive and easy to install. So ... obviously I must be missing something or most of you would have chimed in 'Just get some helper springs back there and you'll be fine' on my prior posts.

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suke · Oct 28, 2013

Those things look pretty useless. Can't comment though on their actual use. I've used various forms on helper springs in the past, but all on solid rear axles and most were just extra coil springs that went in between the body and the axle.

rollinhonda · Oct 28, 2013

I think those would help some. They would keep the springs from compressing too far, but I think they are more designed for springs that are already soft & sagging under normal conditions.

S1njin · Oct 28, 2013

This is the line in the product description that really pulled me in:

"The cushioning not only absorbs shock, but also works progressively to better support weight, keeping your truck level."

As to the soft/saggy springs, the description adds this:

Designed to work with a suspension system that is in good working order

biker1mike · Oct 28, 2013

I put them on late this summer. To be honest I have not loaded the camper and two weeks of supplies since the install. Hauling lighter loads they did seem to slow the sag. I find no difference in the un-loaded ride/handling.
The directions say to use soap in the groove to install. Use A LOT of soap.
First side took me 45 minutes and wondering if they sent the wrong part. Second side took 15 minutes.

kevin_stevens · Oct 28, 2013

Yes, I was going to try those, but never got around to it. They will help with maintaining level ride height more than actual spring rate - the rate goes so high when the free coils are bound that it acts more like a bump stop. They make a range of sizes/heights and are cheap, I'd start with 1-1.5" ones and experiment. Widely available on Amazon etc.

KeS

S1njin · Oct 28, 2013

That's kind of what I thought it would get me. So maybe they'll work. We'll see what happens; I'm not pulling my camper again till next spring.

kevin_stevens · Oct 29, 2013

Here is an Amazon type alternative:

I would try several other options before I spent $155 on those Ridgeline-specific ones.

KeS

Anybody try helper springs?

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