Expert Answers about Ford F-53
- Air Helper Springs and Compressor for a 2001 F-53 Chassis
- The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Front Axle item # F2070 would be a great suspension system for your 2001 F-53 Chassis. The rubber springs provide cushioning between your suspension components and operate at up to 100 psi. The springs have four layers of reinforced rubber to ensure durability and enhance load support.
I also recommend the Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System for Air Helper Springs - Remote - Bluetooth - EZ Mount item # AL74000EZ. Air Lift's...
view full answer... - Roadmaster Steering Stabilizer for 16K Winnebago Intent Class A Motorhome on 2020 Ford F-53 Chassis
- Assuming your Winnebago Intent on a 16K GVWR 2020 Ford F-53 chassis is equipped with the V-10 engine, you'll need the Roadmaster # RM-RBK22-RSSA Reflex Steering Stabilizer with mounting bracket kit.
You can see a video showing a typical installation on a 2020 F-53 chassis by using the provided link.
view full answer... - Tekonsha Wiring Adapter Needed to Install Prodigy 90195 in 2016 F-53-Based Motorhome
- To install a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake controller # 90195 in your 2016 Ford F-53-based motorhome you will use wiring adapter # 3035-P. You will also need 7-way item # 37185. I linked an install video for your reference.
view full answer... - Items Needed for Flat Towing 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Behind Motor Home
- Flat towing a vehicle requires a number of components, including base plates for the dinghy, safety cables, a tow bar, and a lighting kit along with the braking system you have. The linked article covers each of these various items.
For base plates I suggest the Blue Ox Kit # BX1121 (which fits all versions except the SRT-8) and which includes the required safety cables. A compatible tow bar for use with these base plates is the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7365.
For lighting/wiring you...
view full answer... - Connection Port for Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller # 90885 on 2011 Thor Hurricane on F-53 Frame
- On a 2011 Ford F-53 chassis there is a brake controller connection port but it is not in the usual location under the dash (near the emergency brake pedal) as on Ford pickup trucks. The brake controller port is located directly behind the instrument cluster near other connectors, and perhaps slightly to the right of the steering column. It is not easy to get to but it is there. Ford has a document Q-206 with pictures that should help.
The quick connect harness for your F-53 is part # 3035-P.
view full answer... - Recommended Front Hitch Solution for 2006 Ford F-53 Chassis on 2007 Damon Daybreak RV
- I may have a solution for you, but there is not a custom front hitch available for the 2006 F-53 chassis. Instead, you could likely make the Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs part # C13702 or the Curt Adjustable Width 2" drop Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs part # C13701 work. These are supposed to be mounted on the rear of an RV but they could potentially be installed on the front frame.
If the frame is not close enough to the bottom of the camper body part # C13702...
view full answer... - Is an Air Compressor Required for Firestone Ride Rite Air Helper Springs
- The Firestone # F2070 Ride Rite Air Helper Spring system is a confirmed fit for the front axle of a 2007 Ford F-53 motorhome chassis. Out of the box, the kit provides 2 Schrader valves that can be filled by using a compressor. An on-board compressor is a very handy and convenient feature to have so you can adjust the pressure in the system according to the loads carried and road conditions you encounter from the comfort of the motorhome, but it's not absolutely necessary.
If you were also...
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch for Class A Motorhome on 2001 Ford F-53 Chassis
- You'll want to confirm the distance between the side frame stanchions on your F-53 chassis in order to confirm which hitch will fit, but we do have some options that you can use. The best solution as long as your frame isn't wider than 51" is the Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch # C13701, which can be bolted into place and gives you a 2 inch receiver that's perfect for carrying a hitch mounted accessory or towing a small trailer.
If you find that your frame is wider than 51" but under 72"...
view full answer... - Sway Bars and Steering Stabilizer for 2015 Thor Windsport 32N on Ford F-53 V10 Chassis
- We can help you with handling enhancement kits for your 2015 Ford F-53 V10 motorhome chassis which is rated for a GVWR of 20,500-lbs. The front and rear sway bars and the steering stabilizer together will make a dramatic improvement in the coach's drive-ability.
For a front sway bar you need Roadmaster kit # RM-1139-148. For a rear sway bar use kit # RM-1139-145. Both are appropriately rated for your Thor's GVWR.
Installation videos for each kit are linked for your reference.
view full answer... - Which Roadmaster Steering Stabilizer for a 2017 Forest River Georgetown 329DS
- The correct steering stabilizer for your 2017 Forest River Georgetown 329DS built on a 2016 Ford F-53 chassis is the Roadmaster Reflex Steering Stabilizer with Mounting Brackets for Class A Motor Homes # RM-RBK22-RSSA.
view full answer... - Recommended Replacment Jacks for a Kwikee 3000 System
- For your Kwikee 3000 leveling jacks, you can use either the Lippert Replacement Atlas Jack for Kwikee Level Best Hydraulic Leveling System # LC359278 for 10K jacks, or # LC359275 for 17K jacks depending on what your system is rated for.
view full answer... - Blue Ox Tiger Trak Trac Bars for 2001 National Dolphin Motorhome
- For the front Tiger Trak track bar, use # TT2403 for the V10 engine model and # TT2404 for the V8 model.
Blue Ox doesn't list a rear trac bar fit for your 2001 F53 chassis, so I'd recommend using a Roadmaster anti-sway bar, part # RM-1139-143 for coaches less than 34 feet long or # 1139-144 for coaches 34 feet or longer. Both a track bar and an anti-sway bar will keep the rear axle rigidly in place so it's perpendicular to the frame.
view full answer... - Right Hand Keyless Entry Door Lock For Camper
- We do have a right-hand keyless entry door lock for a with the handle on the left for your camper
If you measure that cut out and it is 3-3/4" tall x 2-3/4" wide, you can use an option from Global Link:
- Global Link Ultra E Pro Electronic Lock for Travel Trailer # 295-000183
view full answer... - Which Sumo Springs for Rear Suspension of 2020 Thor Outlaw 38MB on Ford F-53 Chassis
- The SumoSprings Maxim helper springs you'd looked at, part # SSR-187-54-1 would be a fit for your 26K GVWR Thor Outlaw 38MB. The springs will provide 7000 lbs of support, and will do a great job of reducing body roll and sway.
I've linked you to a video where my buddy Shane will show how the SumoSprings are installed.
view full answer... - SuperSprings Jounce Spring Kits for Front and Rear Axles of 2016 RF-53 Winnebago Motorhome
- Your 2016 Winnebago Vista LX is indeed built on the Ford F-53 V-10 chassis. The four versions of this Class A motorhome have two different GVWRs, either 18K for the 27N and 30T, or 22K for the 35B and 35F. I could not find a variation with a GVWR of 24,000-lbs. I linked the part of the online document with this information that I found on their website.
The SuperSprings front-axle jounce spring kit for the 2WD model is # SSF-170-40-2 which works for GVWRs from 16K to 22K. This is the one...
view full answer... - Wiring Harness for Tekonsha Prodigy 90885 P2 Brake Controller on Motorhome on 2018 Ford F53 Chassis
- You can certainly move your # 90885 Tekonsha Prodigy P2 to your motorhome on a 2018 Ford F-53 chassis. You'll need the # 3035-P brake controller wiring adapter. If you want the ability to swap the brake controller back and forth between your 1999 Dodge Ram and the motorhome, you'll also need the replacement mounting pocket, part # 7686.
The connector is located below and to the right of the emergency brake release handle as shown in the provided photo.
view full answer... - Roadmaster Steering Stabilizer for 2020 Coachmen Mirada 35BH Motorhome
- For your 2020 Coachmen Mirada 35BH motorhome, I verified for you the correct part is the Roadmaster Roadmaster Exact Center Steering Stabilizer # RM42RR.
This includes the stabilizer itself, the mounting brackets and all necessary hardware.
view full answer... - Which SumoSprings Kit for 2021 Fleetwood Class A 22K GVWR Motorhome on Ford F-53 Chassis
- Thanks for providing the chassis info, that's a huge help. For your 2021 Fleetwood Class A motorhome on a Ford F-53 chassis with a 22K GVWR, I'd recommend the # SSR-187-54-1 which IS compatible with Fleetwood motorhomes. The SumoSprings will provide up to 7000 lb of additional support and will minimize sway and body roll as well as absorbing shock and bumps. The springs are maintenance-free, they won't leak and resist damage from grease and oil and UV rays.
I've linked to a typical installation...
view full answer... - Recommended Replacement Ladder for 2018 Thor Challenger 37 FH with Indent on Rear
- The Stromberg Carlson # LA-401BA has a hinge that can be installed where the two ladder pieces join, which can help with any odd shapes on the rear of your coach. These are typically used on travel trailers but they can also be used on Class A or Class C RVs. I've linked a photo for you to have a look at that shows how flexible the ladder is. The Surco # SP501L is also hinged and is 97" long and might also work.
I've linked our entire selection of ladders for you to check out, as well.
view full answer... - Equipment Needed to Flat Tow 2006 Chevy Colorado
- According to Roadmaster, no fuses will need removal. Your truck is capable of being easily flat towed ONLY if it's a 4x4 model. Otherwise, modifications like a driveshaft disconnect will be required for a 2WD model. You can find more information about a disconnect via a Google search. The disconnects I looked at cost close to $ 1000.00, so you might want to look at a different truck if it's not a 4x4.
If your truck is a 4x4 model, or if you decide to install a driveshaft disconnect, you'll...
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