Upgrade P32 to 2004 Stabil-Ride?

[FullAstern]

I see that Workhorse has changed the rear suspension on the P32 for 2004. They call it Stabil-Ride. Can some one explain what the advantage of Stabil-Ride is over the older suspension? Can older P32's can be upgraded? Or would you have to replace so much that it would be cost prohibitive?

Thanks

[FullAstern]

I see that Workhorse has changed the rear suspension on the P32 for 2004. They call it Stabil-Ride. Can some one explain what the advantage of Stabil-Ride is over the older suspension? Can older P32's can be upgraded? Or would you have to replace so much that it would be cost prohibitive?

Thanks

[FullAstern]

It would appear that he Stabil-Ride suspension is not a Workhorse product at all. It's made by a company called Detroit Steel.

http://www.detroitsteel.com

It does look like a really good idea. I hope this is retrofitable to older P32's.

[DriVer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by FullAstern:
It would appear that he Stabil-Ride suspension is not a Workhorse product at all. It's made by a company called Detroit Steel. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>That's understandable and also common knowledge. Much in the same way that Workhorse doesn't make the engine and transmission, differential, brakes and all the other systems.

Detroit Steel is an integral partner to Workhorse and they produce most all of the chassis suspension components. If you look closely you will see a DSP stamp in practically every piece of hardware on the chassis's suspension system. The Drive shaft and differential are Dana. The brake calipers are either Bosch of Merritor. Engine is GM and the transmission is an Allison. There's also Delco and others that provide componets for the finished chassis.



If you look at the top of the casting you'll see DSP Stabil-Ride.

[FullAstern]

Here is what Detroit Steel said about a possible retrofit...sounds like a great upgrade !

Dear Al;
I don't think that there has been a retro package put together yet. We
have been working with the engineers at Workhorse Parts on other
retro-kits and your inquiry may generate a project. I will forward your
email and my response to the Chief Engineer. I think they will contact
you directly.
Thanks,
Dave Moeller
Sales Manager