Wheelbase to length ratio. What does it mean?
When you divide the wheelbase by the length of the motor home, you should have a wheelbase-to-length ratio of 53%. This ratio gives us a good idea of the handling characteristics you can expect from t...
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I just calculated the ratio for my coach. It is 53%, however, the wheels (all independent suspension) are more centered to the coach body than most. See the picture in my signature. You can see that the drivers door is in front of and not over the front wheels. Also, due to the independent rear suspension the drive line is only six inches long so the rear wheels are closer the rear of the coach than other rear engined units.
I do know that it handles great and cross winds etc. do not bother it. I have never gone over 82 mph unintentionally.
I do know that it handles great and cross winds etc. do not bother it. I have never gone over 82 mph unintentionally.
