So, right off the bat, I felt like my coach drove remarkably well when I got it. That is, until I headed out for my first real run of just over an hour one-way. It had severe body-roll or sway. After some research on these forums and other places, I got under the coach and found that the sway bar bushings were completely worn out. Replaced them with new poly bushings and the ride/drive was greatly improved. BUT....it still rides/drives like a 36' long vehicle with heavy-duty tires/shocks and a 12' tall solid wall for wind to push against all while trying to move 20K+ lbs down the highway. Needless to say, when you consider all that, I think it drives pretty good!
WIth that said... The F53 chassis has springs/shocks and heavy-duty suspension....you WILL feel the road and every bump in it. The F53 chassis is a gasoline chassis....you WILL hear the engine and feel some heat on a long trip. It's not a deal breaker for me. There are some more recent modifications to the gearing and other sound dampening that makes it more acceptable, but overall, it's still an up-front, hi-revving gasoline engine that is right under your feet, between you and your passenger.
Just remember, you are driving a motorhome...not a luxury car. It will handle differently but you do learn to drive it quickly.
