Expert Answers about Workhorse

• Comparing Forged and Welded Weight Distribution Shanks
• There are not many differences between a welded and forged weight distribution shank in regards to practicality. They both pass the same DOT standards and meet the maximum 15,000 lb weight capacity requirement. The forged shanks started to become popular to save weight with 2-1/2" hitch applications. I would be willing to bet the receiver tube on your motorhome is a 2" therefore you would be best to just stick with a welded shank. I recommend the Curt Adjustable Weight Distribution Shank...
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• Comparing a Sway Bar, Anti-Sway Bar, and TruCenter Steering Stabilizer
• A sway bar (usually the name you know from passenger vehicles) is an anti-sway bar like those in the link I have provided. Anti-sway bars work to reduce side to side movement of the vehicle, giving you more control. They also work to reduce roll when cornering for a better ride. The weight of the load will be more balanced across the length of the axle. And the ride will be more level. The TruCenter from Blue Ox, see link, is a steering stabilizer. This device attaches to your vehicles...
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• Differences Between Hollywood Racks RV Rider and Sport Rider SE
• The Hollywood Racks # HLY64FR weighs a bit above 70 lbs. Motorhome/RV compatible bike racks are built very sturdy for a reason. The relatively long overhang at the rear of the vehicle (when compared to that of a regular passenger vehicle) causes the rack much more bouncing and shock than would be experienced at the rear of a passenger car, truck or SUV. This bouncing is more severe on a towed trailer versus a motorhome, as a towed RV typically has a more rudimentary suspension that will...
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• Comparing Roadmaster Front Anti-Sway Bars for a 2005 Winnebago on Workhorse W24 Chassis
• The only difference between Roadmaster front anti-sway bar # RM-1259-105 and # RM-1259-106 is that the latter, # RM-1259-106, also includes a Roadmaster TruTrac front axle track rod that keeps the front axle in line. It would be more stable than a new anti-sway bar alone. I have included a link to the instructions for both. As far as the front and rear anti-sway bars being different diameters, it will not be a factor since the front and rear axles are independent of each other. Also the...
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