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Old 10-03-2008, 02:13 PM   #1
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I have a 99' Southwind by Fleetwood. It's a nice motorhome, but I would like to have a more stable ride. I am considering installing after-market airbags and am wondering if this is a good fix to provide a more stable/smoother ride.
Has anyone else done this repair with positive results?
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I have a 99' Southwind by Fleetwood. It's a nice motorhome, but I would like to have a more stable ride. I am considering installing after-market airbags and am wondering if this is a good fix to provide a more stable/smoother ride.
Has anyone else done this repair with positive results?
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Old 10-03-2008, 04:36 PM   #3
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I put AirLift Springs front and rear and a Safe-T-Plus stabilizer on the front. I am very happy with the result. I have driven a lot miles with strong side winds and I can drive comfortably. I also have a 1999 F53 chassis 20500#.
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Old 10-03-2008, 05:45 PM   #4
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You might want to try a Davis Tru-Track bar that eliminates sideway movement of the leaf spring suspension then install Koni FSD shock absorbers.

The trac bar cost around $300+ and about the same for two Koni Shocks plus installation cost.

Just a suggestion, good luck
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