First tow since spring upgrade
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First tow since spring upgrade
Today was the first time I've towed our travel trailer since I did the V code/modified B code upgrade. TT is about 5000#. Holy moly what a difference. I won't say I didn't know it was back there (anytime someone says they can't feel 5000# plus, it makes me laugh). But no wandering, very predictable driving and the truck was influenced very little by the trailer.
If you are thinking about upgrading springs, stop thinking and start doing. I was very close to trading this truck in. I am so glad I didn't. For one, this one is paid for. For another, this truck is now awesome!
If you are thinking about upgrading springs, stop thinking and start doing. I was very close to trading this truck in. I am so glad I didn't. For one, this one is paid for. For another, this truck is now awesome!
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There is NO reason folks should have a bad towing experience with an Excursion...there are too many options to fixing the issues.
First off many either don't use or don't PROPERLY use a WD hitch that has been set up at a CAT scale.
Second...between a RAS or V/B springs to correct the handling
Third...the simple addition of a rear sway bar if you don't have one
Forth...a simple check out of your front end components for wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, etc
Fifth...tire pressues and load rating (D vs E)
Sixth...steering box tightening/replacement as well as alignment tweaks (i.e. camber and caster changes)
There is really no ONE fix all for folks handling issues while towing...does it take some time to get it right...yes...are you rewarded for your efforts...YES!!!...having towed our 9000# TT all over the country with kids in the Ex...there is no better way to have comfort and security while towing and vacationing as a family...are pickemups awesome TV's...yes...do they afford you and your family the same interior comfort/room levels...NO...
Glad you got it figured out!
Joe.
First off many either don't use or don't PROPERLY use a WD hitch that has been set up at a CAT scale.
Second...between a RAS or V/B springs to correct the handling
Third...the simple addition of a rear sway bar if you don't have one
Forth...a simple check out of your front end components for wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, etc
Fifth...tire pressues and load rating (D vs E)
Sixth...steering box tightening/replacement as well as alignment tweaks (i.e. camber and caster changes)
There is really no ONE fix all for folks handling issues while towing...does it take some time to get it right...yes...are you rewarded for your efforts...YES!!!...having towed our 9000# TT all over the country with kids in the Ex...there is no better way to have comfort and security while towing and vacationing as a family...are pickemups awesome TV's...yes...do they afford you and your family the same interior comfort/room levels...NO...
Glad you got it figured out!
Joe.
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There is NO reason folks should have a bad towing experience with an Excursion...there are too many options to fixing the issues.
First off many either don't use or don't PROPERLY use a WD hitch that has been set up at a CAT scale.
Second...between a RAS or V/B springs to correct the handling
Third...the simple addition of a rear sway bar if you don't have one
Forth...a simple check out of your front end components for wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, etc
Fifth...tire pressues and load rating (D vs E)
Sixth...steering box tightening/replacement as well as alignment tweaks (i.e. camber and caster changes)
First off many either don't use or don't PROPERLY use a WD hitch that has been set up at a CAT scale.
Second...between a RAS or V/B springs to correct the handling
Third...the simple addition of a rear sway bar if you don't have one
Forth...a simple check out of your front end components for wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, etc
Fifth...tire pressues and load rating (D vs E)
Sixth...steering box tightening/replacement as well as alignment tweaks (i.e. camber and caster changes)
The only thing I might suggest to the list is to move the maintenance items listed as 4th, 5th, and 6th to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd since you'd wanna eliminate any present mechanical defects first before directly addressing The Wander by adding the RAS or swapping springs.
Stewart
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