Please don't give up on me...still need help!
I've posted before regarding steering (wandering) problems on my '04 class A, Ford chassis. I've received good advice and have begun to take action on some of the comments. But, the problem continues! I'll try to summarize below what I've done and ask questions about future action to take:
1. The front end has been aligned by a reputable local dealer. No improvement.
2. Steer Safe add-on installed. No improvement other than more secure feeling in case of blow out.
3. New shocks installed...(this could be a problem)! Added new Monroe shocks...now believe should have changed to Bilsteins...your thoughts?
4. Important point (I think), I had new Goodyear 245/70R/19.5 (H) tires installed a little less than a year ago. Previously, the MH had that size tire but "F" tires. The steering problem became considerably worse with these new "H" tires. Could that different type tire make that much difference in handling?
5. Another important point: The coach was weighed (front and rear). Don't have access to four corner weighing. Based on the weights, the Goodyear chart suggests 80 psi. At that psi, the coach steers beautifully. No wandering! But, as you know, psi increases as you drive due to the tires heating up. When the psi reached about 90 (and it often gets close to 100)...I have a TPM system... then the wandering takes over and with it...white knuckle driving. If I could keep the psi at about 80 I'd not have a problem...but, alas, that's not going to be possible.
There are other 'add-ons' available on the market but need your thoughts about: 1. Davis Tru-trac; 2. Safe-t-plus; rear stabilizer bar. Should I have either or all ? of the above installed?
I don't mind the cost to continue add-ons if it will resolve the problem. Regardless, I've got to have relief or the MH that we otherwise like very much will have to go! I cannot continue the white knuckle, totally unsafe driving conditions.
Many thanks for your continued advice and counsel!
Larry
1. The front end has been aligned by a reputable local dealer. No improvement.
2. Steer Safe add-on installed. No improvement other than more secure feeling in case of blow out.
3. New shocks installed...(this could be a problem)! Added new Monroe shocks...now believe should have changed to Bilsteins...your thoughts?
4. Important point (I think), I had new Goodyear 245/70R/19.5 (H) tires installed a little less than a year ago. Previously, the MH had that size tire but "F" tires. The steering problem became considerably worse with these new "H" tires. Could that different type tire make that much difference in handling?
5. Another important point: The coach was weighed (front and rear). Don't have access to four corner weighing. Based on the weights, the Goodyear chart suggests 80 psi. At that psi, the coach steers beautifully. No wandering! But, as you know, psi increases as you drive due to the tires heating up. When the psi reached about 90 (and it often gets close to 100)...I have a TPM system... then the wandering takes over and with it...white knuckle driving. If I could keep the psi at about 80 I'd not have a problem...but, alas, that's not going to be possible.
There are other 'add-ons' available on the market but need your thoughts about: 1. Davis Tru-trac; 2. Safe-t-plus; rear stabilizer bar. Should I have either or all ? of the above installed?
I don't mind the cost to continue add-ons if it will resolve the problem. Regardless, I've got to have relief or the MH that we otherwise like very much will have to go! I cannot continue the white knuckle, totally unsafe driving conditions.
Many thanks for your continued advice and counsel!
Larry
