2014-ish vs 2016-ish F53 Chassis
Would love to hear experiences of those who have driven or otherwise had experience with BOTH of the different chassis. Looking at mid-large models like 22K GVWR. Specifically, the 5spd vs. 6spd tra...
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My 2016 Winnebago Sightseer 33C 6 speed versus my 2005 Winnebago Sightseer 29R 5 speed.
My 6 speed shifts at 4300 rpms. My 5 speed shifted at 5300 rpms. The difference in rpms makes the cabin much quieter.
I think that the 22.5 inch tires makes for a better drive. My new coach is much easier to drive. I experience much less white knuckle driving in construction zones. I did have a Roadmaster trac bar, Roadmaster rear sway bar, and a Safe-T-Steer installed prior to picking up my new coach from the dealer. My 5 speed he was also equipped with the above after market products.
Given a choice between a 6 speed or a 5 speed I would pick the 6 speed. Having driven both a 6 speed and a 5 speed there is no comparison.
Safe travels. JD
My 6 speed shifts at 4300 rpms. My 5 speed shifted at 5300 rpms. The difference in rpms makes the cabin much quieter.
I think that the 22.5 inch tires makes for a better drive. My new coach is much easier to drive. I experience much less white knuckle driving in construction zones. I did have a Roadmaster trac bar, Roadmaster rear sway bar, and a Safe-T-Steer installed prior to picking up my new coach from the dealer. My 5 speed he was also equipped with the above after market products.
Given a choice between a 6 speed or a 5 speed I would pick the 6 speed. Having driven both a 6 speed and a 5 speed there is no comparison.
Safe travels. JD
