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Old 02-14-2005, 09:47 AM   #1
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The RV Consumer Group, in its CD rating info, has given a 1-star, poor rating for handling capability (ratio of wheel base to length of coach) and payload to capacity ratio for this unit. They state that the coach tends to "...wander and cause driver fatigue..." when confronting windy conditions, passing trucks, and other than level road conditions.
Your input (comments concurrence, rebuttals) positive or negative would be extremely appreciated!!
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Old 02-14-2005, 09:47 AM   #2
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The RV Consumer Group, in its CD rating info, has given a 1-star, poor rating for handling capability (ratio of wheel base to length of coach) and payload to capacity ratio for this unit. They state that the coach tends to "...wander and cause driver fatigue..." when confronting windy conditions, passing trucks, and other than level road conditions.
Your input (comments concurrence, rebuttals) positive or negative would be extremely appreciated!!
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Old 02-14-2005, 11:50 AM   #3
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Larry (from another Larry),

As you can see from my sig, I own a 2005 Voyage 35D. I have only had the opportunity to make one trip in it so far but did not find the handling to "wander and cause driver fatigue". (Although I must admit that taking the North loop around Atlanta at 5PM in the rain did cause some driver fatigue - and tension. ) This must be qualified based on my own RV experience. I traded a 32 ft. Minnie Winnie for this Class A and found that the MW would more accurately fit the RV consumer group info with regard to handling.

If this floorplan and model are really appealing to you, visit a dealer and take it for a test drive. Be sure to drive it on highway/interstate conditions where you will meet, pass, and be passed by trucks. See how it feels to you. Wind gusts (of the natural kind) will likely be a whole new ball game. RVs are probably the least aerodynamic vehicles any of us will ever drive.

If you do a forum search, you can also find a number of posts regarding after market suspension additions which claim to improve handling for many motorhomes. I cannot comment on these as I am still driving my MH absolutely factory stock. Would I add something for handling? I would not rule it out, but cannot presently justify it.

Best of luck in you pursuit of a new MH no matter what direction you ultimately take.
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Old 02-17-2005, 11:51 AM   #4
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Larry (from the other Larry),
Thanks for the prompt reply to my note! Was very pleased that you didn't find the handling a difficulty. The floorplan and model are very appealing and we will be visiting a dealer soon for an extensive test drive. Again, your input was much appreciated and we'll let you know how we made out!
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Old 03-11-2005, 07:36 PM   #5
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Late post, for what its worth, I have the 05 Voyage 35D. Just got back from our first trip. So Cal to Parker Az across Az in the mountains to Silver City, NM. An back to So Cal. Mountain driving, rain, sleet, camping in the snow. Driving in traffic, passing trucks and windy highways. Had no problem with handling or driver fatigue. Fun to drive and ride in.

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