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05-12-2015, 11:00 AM
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steering stabalizer
After seeing all of the RV news on social media this morning I have been contemplating some kind of steer safe system. I looked at the safe t plus system. I have never had one on any RV's we have owned. Am I over thinking this? For those that have them did you regret spending the money vs. the performance they put out? I read some people swear by them others not so much.
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05-12-2015, 11:04 AM
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Senior Member/RVM #90
Monaco Owners Club
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Columbus, MS
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I used the SteerSafe stabilizers. I put them on strictly for control in case of a blowout, not for any steering problems. I installed them myself, although if I was anywhere near Deming I would have him do it.  
SteerSafe.com | Superior Steering Control
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Sometimes I sits and thinks, sometimes I just sits.....
2002 Monaco Windsor 40PBT, 2013 Honda CRV AWD
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05-12-2015, 11:44 AM
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Location: West Palm Beach, FL. USA
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I would say you are overthinking the question, but you should do what makes you most comfortable. It is conceivable you would have control problems in the case of a front blow-out, and its conceivable one of the steering gadgets would help in that event. Neither is a given, though.
Some reasonable driving skills and this Michelin video is all you actually need to be safe. Anything else is extra goodies.
http://www.michelinrvtires.com/tires...dle-a-blowout/
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Former owner of 2004 American Tradition and several other RVs
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05-12-2015, 02:41 PM
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I installed the Safe T Plus myself for two reasons, comfort of driving what a difference and in case of a blowout. The money I spent is well worth the peace of mind. There are no guarantees on anything, but I am confident that it will help in case of a blowout.
The difference in everyday driving is amazing. I used to get the push and pull when a semi passed, and cross winds, now I don't know that one passed unless I look and see it.
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2003 Tiffin Allegro 40'
Jeep Liberty Tow
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05-12-2015, 02:44 PM
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2003 Tiffin Allegro 40'
Jeep Liberty Tow
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05-12-2015, 02:55 PM
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IMO the Safe T Plus will help a little... It will dampen the initial surge but you still have to hang on to the wheel real tight to keep it going straight on a front tire blowout.
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2014 Thor Palazzo 33.3 (Melody), Folkstone
2017 Jeep Rubicon, Ready Brute Elite & Currie Ent Baseplate
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05-12-2015, 03:50 PM
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Damon Owners Club Workhorse Chassis Owner
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I have the BLue Ox True Centr.. love it
The other system I recommend is the Safe-t-steer with optional remote center adjustment. I really like that remote center adjustement (Deciding factor when I bought it).
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05-13-2015, 11:07 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: North Redington Beach, FL
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I installed the Blue Ox TruCenter steering control (TC35270) on my coach and the difference in handling is truly amazing. It actually helps to hold the steering centered.
The remote push button adjustment allows centering of my steering path on the fly if needed for winds, road crowns, etc., which is why I went with this unit over the other choices of stabilizers available.
The bracket that attached the TruCenter to the axle was a 3 piece universal (sold seperately) which was needed for my application, but they do make custom fitted brackets for most coaches, just not mine.
CsiDave
St. Petersburg, Florida
2007 Fleetwood RevolutionLE 40E
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05-13-2015, 11:33 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: Central Illinois
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Tru Center is what I have, not sure how much it would help in a blowout but it sure helps when it's windy.
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05-13-2015, 11:46 AM
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Newmar Owners Club
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Spicewood Texas (West of Austin)
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That video scared the .... out of me yesterday. Anybody installed one of these on a coach with Comfort Drive? Is it necessary?
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