southwind lean

budthedog99 · Jul 25, 2009

I own a 2007 32 southwind motorohome on a ford chasis. I love the motorhome but the damn thing leans to the passanger side about 1.75" consistent on back and front. has anyone heard of this being a normal thing for this motorhome or has anyone identified the issue? I cant believe its a week leafspring. I did buy it used but I remember it leaned then but I thought it was just the crown in the road.
When I make left hand turns it really leans

. can anyone help?

Gary RV_Wizard · Jul 25, 2009

Yes, I have seen other reports of leaning coaches, right from the factory.

Here is one long discussion about a leaning Winnebago Sightseer:

http://www.rvforum.net/SMF_forum/index.php/topic,22603.msg218108.html#msg218108

You need to check the individual wheel weights, to see if loading or a factory weight imbalance is contributing to the problem. Also check it with and without water in the various tanks - that can have a big effect. However, it may just be poorly set up from the gitgo.

A rear anti-sway bar will help with the lean in the turns.

rhmahoney · Jul 25, 2009

My first rig had a 2000 lb heavy L front wheel when it was first weighted. It did not lean because it was air suspension. Twas due to the Onan generator located just behing=d the wheel on that side.

nutimik63 · Jul 26, 2009

I had a similar problem with my 2000 F53 chassis. Ended up having the rear spring rate adjusted so that each side was equal. If I remember correctly, this was done by adding a leaf to the right side. Made a significant difference to the ride and handling as well.
Brian

budthedog99 · Jul 26, 2009

thanks guys. I was thinking of weighing the corners also. I had a feeling that this may be something inherent to the coach and would need an additional spring thanks again.

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