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crosswind issues [message #173693] Sun, 17 June 2012 22:19 Go to previous message
Robert is currently offline  Robert   United States
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Registered: November 2009
Location: Jordan Mn.
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Hey guy's,
I am wondering if you guy's have any ideas on how to improve our coaches handling in a crosswind.
Heres what I have done so far,
-New BF Goodrich tires with pressure at 65 lbs.
-Eagle aluminum rims
-One ton front end
-New steering gear
-Ride height set and rechecked
-String alignment done on rears
-Bilstine shocks
-0 degrees toe, 0 degrees camber and I think 2.5 degrees positive caster

It drives nice in low wind situations but turns into a real handful when the wind comes up. I realize some is to be expected.
We are usually towing a jeep or boat.

I thank you for all the help you have given me in the past and on this matter as well

Bob Mahowald
75 Glenbrook
Jordan Minnesota
 
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