Recommendations to Improve Ride and Suspension on 2014 Thor ACE 30.1 Motorhome

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Hello , i have a RV Thor ace 30.1 , and i want to bay the suspension because when i drive with the RV track solid , what you prefer, nice day

asked by: Gabriel D

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It sounds like you're looking for some enhancements to help improve the ride quality in your 2014 Thor ACE 30.1 Motorhome.

If this is the case I highly recommend starting with the Roadmaster Reflex Steering Stabilizer # RM-RBK22-RSSA, which is a confirmed fit for your RV's Ford F-53 chassis and 18,000 pound GVWR. This is going to mount between the steering mechanism and chassis to create a tight connection which will drastically reduce wander and quickly correct any oversteering.

From there I recommend adding the Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1139-146. This will work in addition to the factory sway bar to minimize sway during travel for a much more comfortable (and lower anxiety-filled) trip. The Front Sway Bar # RM-1139-148 can then be added to even further stabilizer your coach.

This complete setup will dramatically improve your driving experience and you will notice it right away after taking your first trip.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Oscar L.

5/10/2020

Hello, I bought the Road Master Reflex steering stabilizer for my 2013 Thor Ace 30.1 class A RV. I wasn't aware that it already some spring steering stabilizers on the front end. Can this stabilizer be used in conjunction with the one that is already installed on my RV?

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Chris R.

5/12/2020

The Steering Stabilizer # RM-RBK22-RSSA mentioned above is correct for your 2013 Thor A.C.E. Motorhome. I'm not quite sure what type of spring was installed at the factory, but the Roadmaster unit shouldn't cause any issues being installed alongside it. I linked a full install video below on this very RV that you might also find helpful

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