Ford vs Chevy Chassis for larger divers
Hello all- As some of you may have read my posted topics, I am in the market for a used Class C (although if I don't find a comfortable one I may begin looking for A models). In my So Cal area...
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Class C benefits:
1) Safety - The cockpit is actually engineered and tested to protect occupants. Class A motorhomes protect occupants about as well as a cardboard box.
2) Serviceabiity - More dealers will work on Class Cs, and have an easier time doing it because the engine and dash wiring is all factory, vs Class As who have their electrical systems installed by low-wage assembly line workers, and standardization is rare.
3) Driving characteristics - Class Cs "feel" more car-like.
4) Newer class Cs tend to have a better length/wheelbase ratio than the more affordable Class As. This lends to better stability in some situations.
Class C Cons:
1) Limited water capacity
2) Usually less carrying capacity
3) Worse turning circle, because of the longer wheelbase/length ratio and also because the newer F53 chassis have a very sharp wheel-cut angle.
4) Much less exterior storage.
1) Safety - The cockpit is actually engineered and tested to protect occupants. Class A motorhomes protect occupants about as well as a cardboard box.
2) Serviceabiity - More dealers will work on Class Cs, and have an easier time doing it because the engine and dash wiring is all factory, vs Class As who have their electrical systems installed by low-wage assembly line workers, and standardization is rare.
3) Driving characteristics - Class Cs "feel" more car-like.
4) Newer class Cs tend to have a better length/wheelbase ratio than the more affordable Class As. This lends to better stability in some situations.
Class C Cons:
1) Limited water capacity
2) Usually less carrying capacity
3) Worse turning circle, because of the longer wheelbase/length ratio and also because the newer F53 chassis have a very sharp wheel-cut angle.
4) Much less exterior storage.
