Roadmaster vs IFS?

[Lug_Nut]

Good point Bruce. Perhaps whenever they develop one they will make it an either or option.

Peter

[nodine]

I came from a Freightliner to this RR8 and in my opinion the only advantage of the previous chassis was the much sharper turning radius. I'll do without that any day for the ride and handling of the RR8. Every time I drive this thing I get excited and feel like I am being coddled. The wife also cannot get over how much smoother and quieter the ride of this coach is over the previous one.

Bob

[Sixpack98]

I have to admit, the RR8R chassis with the 8 outboard air bags is a very stable platform and provides superior stability and handling than I have experienced in some other coaches. That said, IFS has the potential to be a better front end design than a straight axle front end but I don't think the current mid-price DP offerings are any better than what Roadmaster has achieved. While bump steer has been eliminated and generally a better turning radius I think those advantages are out weighed by the increased cost, ability to hold alignment and service cost. Straight axles have been used on large vehicles for a long time because they are tough, hold steering and tracking geometry and are easily serviced. As engineering solves the cost and reliability issues with IFS suspensions they will replace straight axles. JMHO

[Spur]

Good points....Happy New Year.

And Happy New Year to all!

Bruce