Installing SUMO SPRINGS on Ram Promaster | Does it really make a DIFFERENCE?

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  • čas přidán 28. 08. 2024

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  • @oneadVANtureatatime
    @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +3

    We were surprised at what a difference these springs made and would highly recommend them. Usually the install is quite simple and can be done in a short amount of time.
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    • @LaCatLady
      @LaCatLady Před 3 lety +1

      @Javion Raul Is that an app?

    • @FEARNoMore
      @FEARNoMore Před 3 lety +1

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    • @LaCatLady
      @LaCatLady Před 3 lety +2

      @@FEARNoMore...Thank you. I’m not the brightest bulb in the box so I don’t always catch what is so obvious to everyone else. Senior moment. Again, thank you.

  • @dustyfeller
    @dustyfeller Před 3 lety +8

    Watch this video if your old bump stops won’t come off! This guy has a good solution for a stuck one, including if the flange mount is frozen

  • @kevinsickles
    @kevinsickles Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you for your great videos!! I know this is an older video but I assume people like me are still finding and watching these install videos. I originally installed the rear sumo springs when the van was empty and used both spacers. At that time it was barely touching and made a significant difference in the ride. After building out the van and adding significant weight the ride was extremely rough. I just removed one of the spacers and it made a tremendous difference in softening the ride

  • @AnatliGiniko
    @AnatliGiniko Před 3 dny

    I just installed it on Solis Pocket pro Master 2024 and it works amazing.

  • @captaintomst
    @captaintomst Před rokem +1

    Great video, I have the confidence now to do this job myself because my van is almost brand-new so it shouldn't have the rust problem.😊

  • @davidcampden5618
    @davidcampden5618 Před 3 lety +2

    I told my wife I watched your latest video on Sumo springs. She wanted to know where they were, if you had to hike in to them and how warm they were! Looking forward to the video on your new window. Stay safe.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      😂😂😂 That's too funny! They are a cool yellow spring that feels soft and smooth. 😂

    • @Kayte...
      @Kayte... Před 2 lety

      😂

  • @kgeorgeson
    @kgeorgeson Před 3 lety +1

    Great job! we installed Sumo springs on my wife's Transit and couldn't believe the difference it made. :)

  • @Volunteersunrise
    @Volunteersunrise Před 3 lety +1

    Enjoyed the video guys. Lol I hope you continue enjoying the Tennessee river in NW Alabama. I hope you will check out the Tennessee upriver near Dayton. There is a great Cherokee point of INTEREST near. It tells the important story of the Trail of Tears.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Thank you, Dennis. We appreciate the information about Cherokee Point. We are trying to decide on our route through Tennessee today. This current location on the river has been soo good, it's been hard to leave. 😀

  • @Lst2ltdwn
    @Lst2ltdwn Před 3 lety +1

    Great walk through with the sumos, do you wish you would have installed them when you first built. I have just ordered a new one to build. Have sold my first one, I had to replace the front struts on her, and the mount brackets, she had a rattle when you went on a dirt road, that went away after they were changed. Get the Bilsteins, I also bought 40mm spacers to raise the front up a couple inches to help with clearance and the levelness. Thanks for the videos,👍👏

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for the tip on the Bilsteins! Yes, I do wish we would have started with these. Bummer on the mount brackets 😕

  • @tayninh69
    @tayninh69 Před 2 lety

    Great looking dog. I installed the Sumo Springs on my 2018 Winnebago Travato, it also is a heavy vehicle, around 9,000 pounds. The ride was completely changed for the better. Installing the rears was a walk in the park, I had some difficulty with the front springs, I removed the tire and that gave me a little more room to work. Nice video, I hope that these springs work well for you.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 2 lety

      Right on, Jay! We are loving our Sumo Springs. Our dog is a Labradoodle named Roodle. 😎

  • @seemarathore6197
    @seemarathore6197 Před 3 lety +2

    Hi to the two of you. I have no clue of these technical things but I enjoy listening to you both So I watched it and gave a thumbs up👍 Have 🤣😝😜 stay safe

  • @RobandJanCanVan
    @RobandJanCanVan Před 3 lety +1

    Hey Carrie and Dave! Congratulations on getting to 20K! DAVE: You beat Rob to the sumo install. We ordered ours a while back, but they were lost in the mail, so we just received them now. We should be installing ours soon too. We have the exact same van as you, except it is a 2020. 😊 Let us know how the sumos work for you.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +1

      Congratulations! We are loving them. Ours are actually touching in the rear. I changed some out on a new Promaster and that was so much easier. We were getting our teeth rattled out on the bumps but not now. 😀

  • @nomansvan827
    @nomansvan827 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice job. Love it when you put up DIY projects. You always explain the process in clear terms that help with understanding. I only put on the rear Summo assists. I’m considering a Van-compass 2” lift. I can tell a big difference in driving even with only the rear done. The garage that put them on only used one spacer, saying it fit to tight. Did you have that issue? I kept the unused spacers in case needed later. So much better when you can do it yourself.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you! We also went with one spacer as we are pretty heavy and two would not fit.

  • @HerveAttia
    @HerveAttia Před 3 lety

    When we built our van, we bought those back and rear sumo spring and had installed by a garage shop for $40 labor. It took them 20mn. We cannot tell the difference in driving since we never drove with the factory ones :). But The back sumo springs lift the van 1-2 inches.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +4

      Right on Herve! Sounds like they were fair on the install job. I feel like we hug the corners so much better...we just followed another Promaster and noticed it was leaning on the turns much more than we were. 😀

  • @michaelconchscooter8940

    I admire your skills and your nerve. I’m
    Just glad our Promaster is still riding smoothly.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Right on! Our friends have a Promaster that is 1500 pounds lighter and rides super smooth. We hope we can help further by shedding some weight. Plus I like to minimize any change we get. 😀

  • @davidsager4023
    @davidsager4023 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it

  • @lyndasmith6801
    @lyndasmith6801 Před 3 lety +1

    Great job on the install! That is awesome that you noticed a difference right away! 😊💚

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      These sumo Springs are working even better than we were imagining. 😀

  • @rawritjon
    @rawritjon Před rokem

    The same thing happen to me! The drill hack worked for me! It took you 1.5 hours. It took me 1.5 days till I saw your hack.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před rokem +1

      +Motorsports4Christ_Jon We are SO GLAD IT WORKED!!! lots of people have had problems with these darn bump stops!

  • @JohnstonRobare
    @JohnstonRobare Před 3 lety

    I added Sumo springs to the back of my Xterra (also a leaf spring rear end). Made a huge improvement by eliminating the harsh bottoming out I'd feel over speed bumps or while off road.

  • @jdeso3
    @jdeso3 Před 3 lety +2

    WD-40 is not a lubricant or a penetrating oil is designed to display water.

  • @samiam1254
    @samiam1254 Před 3 lety +1

    Safe travels, Dave, Carrie and Roodles 🚐

  • @johntatman9168
    @johntatman9168 Před 3 lety +2

    The first thing I did with our van (it weighs the same as your's) was to add a leaf to the rear springs. At this weight you're pushing it's max capacity and I wanted some additional wt carrying capacity so as not to cause parts to wear out prematurely. I have not increased the overall wt of the van just it's capacity.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Nice John! We may look into adding an additional leaf spring as well. Do you mind if I ask how much did it cost you?

    • @johntatman9168
      @johntatman9168 Před 3 lety

      @@oneadVANtureatatime If I remember correctly it was about $475.00 at the local suspension shop. I suspect this will vary by shop.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Right on! That's not as bad as I was thinking. 😀

    • @johntatman9168
      @johntatman9168 Před 3 lety +1

      @@oneadVANtureatatime Yea it wasn't the cheapest mod but it gave me a little peace of mind knowing I was no longer pushing the limit of the suspension. I think many diy's don't take the time to weigh their vans once completed and therefor have no idea if they're over weight.

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove Před 3 lety +1

    I know you'll change it soon, Carrie, but I really like the intro. 🙂

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Thank you! We may run it for a year then start fresh with a new year of footage. 😀😀😀

  • @ferngulley
    @ferngulley Před 2 lety +1

    How did you rip the old bump stop in half? And did you use 1 spacer or two?

  • @thehowtohandyperson
    @thehowtohandyperson Před 2 lety

    For my rear bump install, the welds on both nuts broke when I was getting the OEM bumps off. I had to use a reciprocating saw to cut them off (since they were just spinning at that point) touch up paint, then use a locking washer and nut in the channel that the OEM nut was originally welded into. If you break a weld, don't worry! It can be saved. Be mindful of brake lines and wires when removing the old bumps! I only had 30k miles and used penetrating spray as well, so bad luck I guess for me....

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před rokem

      Great advice, thank you! I initially thought this was going to be a 5 minute job 😂

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 Před 3 lety +3

    I'm glad you have these installed, I remember you saying that they were on the wish list 👏.
    Sounds like you are happy with the results. The screwdriver 🪛 trick was good thinking.
    It's always nice to see a surprise video pop up 👍👍👍

  • @ScottSharpe2121
    @ScottSharpe2121 Před 3 lety +1

    Good job! I love your info mericals for the Promaster, did I see new windows on Trooper? Future video I’m sure.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +2

      Good eyes Scott! The cabin window video will be coming soon. 😀😀

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 Před 3 lety

    Good job, guys! Glad things are more comfy for you and pup. 😉👍🇨🇦🐾 and...CONGRATS on 20,000!!!

  • @Meghanandmatt
    @Meghanandmatt Před 2 lety

    Thanks for this video guys! Gonna plop these bad boys on today!

  • @CraigPetty555
    @CraigPetty555 Před 3 lety +1

    Great job Dave, you're a jack of all trades!!

  • @bertkelly7650
    @bertkelly7650 Před 3 lety +1

    I know when I was putting side steps on my Ram having to take out the body bolts to install, the lock tite they used was some good stuff. I was afraid the bolt would break. Looks like you ran into the same stuff.

  • @davepalmetto
    @davepalmetto Před 3 lety +1

    Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy 😊 it

  • @roncleminson9005
    @roncleminson9005 Před 3 lety

    Thankyou for the video. What timing! I'm about to install the front set tomorrow. Your video and commentary is most helpful. Regards!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      How did the install go, Ron? I hope you like them as much as we do. 😀

  • @838nd31
    @838nd31 Před 3 lety

    Great instructional video. Excellent job Dave. Happy Trails

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      The ride is so much better 😀 Now all we need to do is get rid of more junk and lighten our load 😂

  • @Mary-yu3sn
    @Mary-yu3sn Před 3 lety +1

    Smart drilling !!

  • @martykong3592
    @martykong3592 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for great share, and video! Good to know it was a great investment, and noticeable difference! Wished I had put on my old RV as it used to wallow much. All the BEST and thanks again! Cheers! :)

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you, Mary! If we ever do another build we will start with these. 😀

  • @Sparkeycarp
    @Sparkeycarp Před 2 lety

    Going to be installing a pair on our 2020 Sequence 20K. Same Dodge chassis. I see you used the yellow ones for 8,000 GVR. I will check my GVR.. The recommendation I got so far was the black ones for my van. We will be adding a spare tire rack combo ladder. Not sure if that will change it to the yellow. Sway on highway is not as bad. Driveways and rough roads are the problem.

    • @Skyking6976
      @Skyking6976 Před rokem

      Did you do the install Sparkey? Just got mine delivered today for our 2022 Sequence 20L…the yellow springs. I’m gonna use 1 spacer. Praying to God it’s a simple unscrew the old and screw on the new. Bought a 6 ton bottle jack to simply pry up the suspension if needed, rather than lifting the whole thing.

  • @badgerpa9
    @badgerpa9 Před 3 lety +1

    Should use jackstands I realize you do not want to carry them but just a jack is very dangerous. You may want to check on fluid film, it can keep the underbody from rusting.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Good call, yes I have just started doing some undercoating with a special rubber undercoat spray. In the west we didn't have to worry about this rust issue 😂😂

  • @susanscovill6817
    @susanscovill6817 Před 3 lety +1

    Good training vlog guys. Any thoughts for a vlog to see Roodle get groomed? Cheers from Canader eh!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you, Susan! It's possible but would be a challenge for us. We can only do small portions at a time and Roodle needs lots of breaks. 🐕🤪

  • @robertw1962
    @robertw1962 Před 3 lety

    Nicely done. Glad they are working out. Well done.

  • @KENPOCHOPPER
    @KENPOCHOPPER Před 2 lety +1

    I plan to install sumo rear only. Do you jack up body from ground or jack up body with jack on a crossmember , axle or something similar? Ty

  • @ToniAdventures
    @ToniAdventures Před 3 lety

    Hi guys! We found a big difference too. The van handles better in the wind and in cornering... less sway.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Right on, Toni! We hope you have some fun plans to get out and explore this summer. 😎

    • @ToniAdventures
      @ToniAdventures Před 3 lety

      Hi guys! Yes! I’m in San Diego for a Landed Gear spare tire mount install.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Nice! I just looked that Landed gear up to see what its all about. The spare tire looks great there! Will you be placing something underneath your van were the spare tire was?

  • @jcrefasi1
    @jcrefasi1 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for sharing your expertise!!

  • @SYLMAL
    @SYLMAL Před 3 lety +1

    Hi guy's, good job Dave I like to know how much lift you gain on front,

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      I forgot to measure the front. I would guess it is very minimal...less than half an inch.

  • @discoveringlockenest8420

    This is timely info! We want to do this! Is the link you provide for “exact” for the 2017 2500? (I won’t hold you accountable lol). We will order these immediately because your video was the most clear I have seen on installation! Thank you for sharing! 🤙 High five to Roodle!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +1

      +Discovering LockeNest Dave says it’s the same no matter what year😃they made a huge difference for us!

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Just curious if you got them installed yet or have any questions 😀

    • @discoveringlockenest8420
      @discoveringlockenest8420 Před 3 lety

      one adVANture at a time they have not come in yet but you can bet I’ll hit you up if I have issues! 😁🤙

  • @Skyking6976
    @Skyking6976 Před rokem

    So you don’t have to jack it up to put the back ones on? Did you later try it with the two spacers rather than one or did you just stick with the one spacer on each side of the back ones?

  • @javiervelascodelatorre352

    Hola: Os aconsejo que cambiéis el kayak por una tabla de paddle surf. Yo lo hice porque el kayak cuesta muchísimo secarlo completamente y si no se hace bien y se guarda húmedo luego salen manchas de humedad .o incluso se puede llegar a pudrir. El paddle no tiene recovecos y está hecho de un material que repele el agua. Lo puedes secar bien en un minuto. A demás el kayak mojado pesa muchísimo y el paddle lo mismo. Os lo digo por experiencia porque yo tambien tengo una camper. Saludos desde el Principado de Asturias.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před rokem

      Thank you for the good advice. We ended up going with a stand-up paddleboard a few months ago and are loving it. We added more solar to the roof and have limited space now. 😀

  • @kenl6769
    @kenl6769 Před rokem

    Back up your bottle jack with a jack stand or two. Thank you

  • @michaellaw6508
    @michaellaw6508 Před rokem

    excellent too easy

  • @pamelag2223
    @pamelag2223 Před 3 lety +2

    Roodle thanks you!

  • @stanmalmquist7536
    @stanmalmquist7536 Před 2 lety

    Great video made the job easier

  • @steventoney4018
    @steventoney4018 Před 3 lety +2

    you really need more and better leaf springs with that much weight

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Yes, we may add a leaf spring at some point.

    • @steventoney4018
      @steventoney4018 Před 3 lety +1

      it is needed with lots of back end constant weight in the Promaster -- I pick up my winnebago Travato GL at the end of May and plan to do OHV 3in lift at some point and other suspension improvements down the road.. may see you folks as I camp around the NW.. Based out of Spokane WA. old and retired so this is not a full time thing for me.. but hope to use the van enough to enjoy retirement

  • @TheGbortnick
    @TheGbortnick Před rokem

    Actually what does the sumo spring do. Does it raise the rear end higher or is a taller bump stop?

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před rokem

      Hi George! It raised the rear over an inch because it is now setting on the taller bump stop. This helps stabilize side-to-side motion when turning as well. 👍😀

  • @ADONAIsays-so
    @ADONAIsays-so Před 3 lety

    Very useful and enjoyable!

  • @andreavale1184
    @andreavale1184 Před 3 lety

    Well Dave you did a great job explaining something the van needed. My non-mechanical mind didn’t understand too much but I wanted to be the first comment. 🤷🏻‍♀️ 😆 👍🏻 🚐

  • @Koolbackpacker
    @Koolbackpacker Před 3 lety +1

    So how many spacers did you end up using ?

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +2

      Just one and they are still touching, what a huge difference in the ride. We are loving them

    • @MrRemo71
      @MrRemo71 Před 2 lety

      Would leaving 2 spacers make it even smoother?

  • @lalispeedsparse4350
    @lalispeedsparse4350 Před 2 lety

    Where do you guys bought this?

  • @ronnorris2949
    @ronnorris2949 Před 2 lety

    Hi Dave, could you please tell me what size window you have on your cargo door? Thanks l have a van just like yours, Ron Norris

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Ron. I just pulled out a tape measure and got a rough estimate as I can't recall either. It's 22 inches wide and 45” long..give or take a little. We are loving these windows.😀

  • @jjackmanster
    @jjackmanster Před 3 lety

    How many miles are on your PM? Ours is a 2014 159 inch wheelbase with 127,000 miles. We bought it with 122K on it. As far as we know the struts and shocks are original and it handles very well. It's a 3500 so the rear sway bar may make a difference. As simple as they are, $254 for the Sumo bump stops on the rear seems expensive.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety +1

      We only have 85k miles but have a heavy load and like the remote bumpy roads. Pretty sure we are taking years off our van's life limit faster than normal. I have heard the 3500 ride smoother and can handle the weight better so great choice there. We are currently reducing weight anyway we can and buying time for the strut replacement. We have been pleasantly surprised with the sumo springs. 😀

  • @Cocora22
    @Cocora22 Před 2 lety

    I can see the sumo for sure. But why are you replacing the rear shocks? Just age? What did you replace the shocks with? OEM? My van is new and not built out yet. Just wondering if I might as well install the sumo bumpers before? Thank you.

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 2 lety

      The ride in the rear became terrible. When we took took the shocks out they were done. I bought aftermarket shocks on Amazon. The sumo bump stops in the rear made a huge difference in cornering and moderate different in ride for us. The new shocks I can just barely tell that I replaced them. Big thumbs up on the sumo springs.

    • @Cocora22
      @Cocora22 Před 2 lety

      @@oneadVANtureatatime Thank you!!

  • @taapbfaapbtaapbtaapb7160

    Now that you have had them for a while, are they still great? My van is not heavy, but I can’t stand the rear “tipping” feeling you get going around curves. Do the sumo springs solve that issue? Can I just get the rears? Thanks

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 3 lety

      Yes! They completely removed that tipping feeling for us and you can just order the rear sumo’s on Amazon. If you are not that heavy you may want to use both spacers that come with it already assembled. Because they are bump stops they need to make contact when turning to get the results. We are so heavy that they are touching even with just one spacer. It's a huge difference, we love the improvement.😀

  • @SemiRetiredBob
    @SemiRetiredBob Před 3 lety +1

    this will be quick and easy........ LOL

  • @justinwestphal6195
    @justinwestphal6195 Před 2 lety

    Did you have the issue of the nut on top coming lose in the rear sumo springs? I have this issue trying to tighten the spring and then the nut comes loose and I can’t tighten it anymore. Thoughts?

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 2 lety

      One of the nuts would not let me tighten it all the way. I think the weight of our van has been keeping it in place the last 2 years 😂😂

    • @justinwestphal6195
      @justinwestphal6195 Před 2 lety

      @@oneadVANtureatatime lol okay good to know

  • @Navillus2273
    @Navillus2273 Před 2 lety

    how much does your van weigh loaded?

    • @oneadVANtureatatime
      @oneadVANtureatatime  Před 2 lety +1

      Fully loaded with us inside we are at 8600 pounds. We have been trying to get the weight down over the past year and maybe closer to 8k now.

  • @MariaLopez-xo4xh
    @MariaLopez-xo4xh Před rokem

    Why zip ties?

  • @cesalt2408
    @cesalt2408 Před 3 lety

    Why does seeing this make me hungry for Popeyes and spaghetti?

  • @vantelontheroad1750
    @vantelontheroad1750 Před 3 lety

    Is your van 2018?