Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for 2015 Winnebago Vista 26 to Reduce Wind Sway

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We have a 2015 Winnebago Vista 26 model with a 16 K chassis. Find that it is very sensitive to wind and passing trucks. From what I have read, Track bars may help. Is that true? Do you suggest front and rear or just front? If so, what models and what is the price? Thanks

asked by: Tom H

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The RVs built on a Ford F53 chassis are pretty notorious for sway and body roll. We have found that the modification that makes the most significant improvement is a rear sway bar. For that you would want the part # RM-1139-145 which is a confirmed fit.

The next biggest improvement you'll see is a front sway bar like the part # RM-1139-148 which is a confirmed fit too.

After that the Track bars, like you mentioned, would be the next biggest improvement but we no longer have any for your RV.

The pricing is down below at the product links.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You are right at the weight (22K) that means you can use either the part #RM-1139-149 which is for 22-24k motorhomes or the part #RM-1139-145 which is for 18-22k motorhomes. You can use either, but the higher rated one might be a bit stiffer…

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Answer 2

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 4

Roadmasters priority when it comes to their sway bars is top notch quality and the easiest install for the customer. This typically cuts the install time down enough that you end up saving money if you pay to have the bars installed or decide to do…

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Answer 5

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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The torque spec for the rear U bolts on your 2019 F53 motorhome are dependent on the size. If you have 3/4 x 16 u bolts (and used a 1 1/8" socket to remove the nuts) then they torque to 250 lb-ft. If the u bolts are 7/8 x 14 (and you used a 1…

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Answer 9

The Hellwig Adjustable Big Wig Rear Anti-Sway Bar #HE94FR is only going to leave a few inches between it and the spare tire, as you can see in the attached picture. Depending on how far forward you have the tire it could potentially interfere with…

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Answer 10

In regards to the Roadmaster Exact Center Steering Stabilizer part #RM47MR, the stabilizer installs on the front of the steering arm pointed down. I have attached a photo of this below. If this wasn't what you were looking for, please just let me…

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Answer 11

The Roadmaster Exact Center Steering Stabilizer w/ Custom Brackets #RM47MR typically comes centered and you would only need to make adjustments after installation and testing to see if it continues to pull. If you adjusted it all the way out to where…

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Answer 12

Personally I wouldn't go with Timbren's for your needs. They're essentially rubber bump stops that prevent your suspension from flexing when weights placed on the rear of your Canyon. The major issue with them is comfortability when you…

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