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Goldencrazy
Sep 06, 2015Explorer
As Wolfe said it is better to have the dampening on extension than compression for ride quality. Roadking suggests that their larger shock has more dampening on extension thereby keeping the wheel on the ground more and keeping the bumps at the end of the shock as much as possible. At the same time this basic concept is designed to provide more stability and prevent the roll that driveways and similar situations create. I have had Koni FSD shocks and they do improve the ride quality. At the same time I think they do allow a bit more roll. I gladly compromise for the better ride. I had Kelderman on my last two motorhomes and like the air ride. They installed monroe shocks with it. I could make the handling tighter by inflating the bags. In the south I did run with more air as the roads were better than the north. I have traded motorhomes for one that is 26,000 lbs. I wonder how it will ride. Heavier is generally better. I will add the steer safe quickly just for safety. If the ride is not to my desires I was considering options short of the Kelderman air ride. The Roadking advertising seemed impressive and changing shocks is not as drastic as adding air ride. I know they are at the top of the line in cost so fewer will have added them but hopefully there are more folks with experience with the Roadkings. The one testimonial response here is impressive. Thanks to all for your interest.
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