Improving Ride Quality and Drivability of a 2018 Thor Axis 25.3 Motorhome
Updated 09/05/2018 | Published 09/04/2018
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2018 Thor Axis 25.3 motorhome Purchase the Axis new 4 weeks and finally was able to use it after being in the storage lot due to lack of time. Went to a State Patk over the labor day weekend 2.5 hr drive. Oh my God it was hard to keep the RV on. On its lane I was so afraid I was going to hit a car or the rails. The Rv will steer to the right n left more to the right very hard to stay focus on that road. My hands were white n numb from holding the steering wheel. Please help on how or what to do. Only my wife and I and appx. Less than 180lb in extra stuff aboard only w day trip.the RV all is new no prblems with anything else thank God. Just that Im affraid to drive it.
asked by: Joel R
Expert Reply:
The problem that you are having is very common. The issue is that the suspension on motorhomes is adequate at best at handling these larger vehicles. But not to worry because there are some things you can do to make the driving experience much easier and safer.
Your 2018 Thor Axis 25.3 was built on a Ford E-450 V10 van chassis. You can add a steering stabilizer to that rig using # RM47MR. A steering stabilizer will help with that lane wondering problem that you mentioned. It will work to keep the RV in line so you won't have to constantly make steering adjustments to stay in your lane.
Next I recommend upgrading the rear factory anti-sway bar to a much more effective one using # RM-1139-147. This is a true upgrade with a beefier bar and bushings for a much more stable ride. You know that side to side rolling feeling in turns or with wind? This bar is going to combat that and be much more effective than the stock bar.
And finally, you can also upgrade the front anti-sway bar with # RM-1139-176. Basically, everything the rear bar does to improve ride quality the front bar does as well. With the steering stabilizer and both anti-sway bars upgraded that rig will be rock solid! The only thing you'd have to worry about is where to travel next.
I have included some links showing example installations of these parts for you.
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Roadmaster Front Anti-Sway Bar - 1-3/8" Diameter
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- Anti-Sway Bar
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- 1-3/8 Inch Diameter
- Fixed End Link
- No Drilling Required
- Mounting Hardware Included
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