Play in steering wheel = nerve wracking!
We took our MH out into the desert with our Liberty in tow last weekend. It is only the 2nd time I have driven it any distance, but it seems to have an excess amount of play in the wheel. I am const...
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We have a 31-ft with a good long wheelbase and our toad still de-stabilizes it a little. That's with HD Hellwig sway bars front and rear plus a rear Track Bar.
The Additional Caster recommendation is valid. Harvard discovered this on his own. I was able to validate it later at a major shop that specializes in RV ride and handling. Mid-range for caster is about 3-degrees. Steering will feel vague at 3-degress. Harvard suggests at least 5-degrees. The shop said 5-left and 5.5-right. Steering will feel "loose" when the front end isn't properly aligned, even if parts are not worn.
Still, make sure your suspension (mostly ball joints) and steering linkage (tie rods/tie rod ends) are all good.
For that matter, be sure the front end of the Liberty is tight, too.
Also, Mitch makes an excellent point. Weigh your coach, loaded as for travel including passengers, and adjust your tire pressures accordingly.
Make sure there is no measurable play in the towing rig, As little as 1/2" will translate to wander in the motorhome.
The Additional Caster recommendation is valid. Harvard discovered this on his own. I was able to validate it later at a major shop that specializes in RV ride and handling. Mid-range for caster is about 3-degrees. Steering will feel vague at 3-degress. Harvard suggests at least 5-degrees. The shop said 5-left and 5.5-right. Steering will feel "loose" when the front end isn't properly aligned, even if parts are not worn.
Still, make sure your suspension (mostly ball joints) and steering linkage (tie rods/tie rod ends) are all good.
For that matter, be sure the front end of the Liberty is tight, too.
Also, Mitch makes an excellent point. Weigh your coach, loaded as for travel including passengers, and adjust your tire pressures accordingly.
Make sure there is no measurable play in the towing rig, As little as 1/2" will translate to wander in the motorhome.
