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Why want to do it? For camping at CGs with only dump stations and not sewer at the sites (or boondocking). |
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#72 While our KT handles pretty good on the road I had concerns about our ability to handle steering in the event of a sudden steer tire failure. After a lot of reading here on IRV2 I decided Safe-T-Plus was the best for us. I won't go into details of DIY installation other than my own install tips and Safe-T-Plus documentation problems. Read F53 kit installation instructions and watch youtube video. Following applies to 21-430/blue unit with F53-2.5 kit on 2015 Thor 37KT Challenger on 2014 Ford F53 chassis with 22.5' tires.
PROBLEM #1 . Video shows 3/4 bolts with nut on top and washer on bottom Printed instructions show nut on bottom and washer on top PROBLEM #2 Video shows washers on unit bushing and printed instructions show it on top of plate on the large end and on unit bushing on the small end. The final answers were.The 3/4 bolt can go ether way, just make sure to check clearance. The small end of the STP can go on the top or bottom of the tie rod bracket. Which ever makes the unit more level. On the large end the washer goes between the bolt and the anchor bracket (see 4a); on the smaller end the washer goes between the bolt and the bolt and the end of the unit (see 4b) It's a real shame to spent that kind of money and get such sloppy instructions. Decision to buy and install came during three month stop so there was no chance to find steering wheel centered position on the road. I got around that by running a string from rear tire around front tire just below chrome cap. Then all I had to do was turn wheel so string touched front tire equally on front and back edges. Removing and reinstalling the 3/4 inch nuts use PB Blaster or WD40 on 3/4 ubolt threads then clean with wire brush makes nut removal much easier. If impact wrench not avail. add 1/2" breaker bar to list of tools needed. Tightening the 3/4 inch bolts with coach on the ground I could not hold open end wrench on top and operate wrench on bottom at the same time. I solved that by just wrapping some stiff wire around end of open end wrench and tie rod. First day on the road was almost 400 miles. String trick above got me so close to straight that I did not want to waste time trying to adjust it. I must say it makes driving a lot easier. Worth the money for that alone. |
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ctpres Thanks for sharing. Can you take some pictures of the install. The wife and I were just talking about adding this.
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On a related note, relevant to all Challenger owners, I am having a hell of a time finding a replacement Michelin tire. They are out of stock and out of production. To make matters worse, no other tire company makes the size that Thor uses on the Challenger. |
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I think there is other tire mfg. that make a tire that will work but it is wider or taller and you wouldn't be able to use just one. My two tires and alignment was $1240.00. Not the greatest deal but this is the only dealer in my area that can do both tires and alignment. |
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Levelling - Is there a way to calibrate the auto level feature to make it match what a level tells you is really level? It would be nice if you could trust when the center light comes on, indicating the coach is level. We can't.
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Level Zero Point Calibration Before auto leveling features are available, the Level Zero point must be set. This is the point to which the system will return when an auto leveling cycle is initiated. To set the zero point (controller module must be fully secured in production intent location), first run a manual leveling sequence to get the vehicle to the desired level point. Then activate the Level Zero point configuration mode. This mode is enabled by performing the following sequence: 1. Turn panel off. 2. Perform the following: • Press the FRONT switch 10 times (on Winnebago units press the FRONT button 5 times). • Press the REAR switch 10 times (on Winnebago units press the REAR button 5 times). 3. At this point, an alarm will sound and the display reads ZERO POINT CALIBRATION PRESS ENTER. 4. System can be operated in the MANUAL MODE to attain level condition during this period. 5. Press ENTER to set the zero point. 6. Screen will then display PLEASE WAIT. 7. Alarm will sound and the screen will display ZERO POINT SUCCESSFUL. 8. Control will then turn “OFF”. For DIESEL UNITS with Air Bag Suspensions ONLY: • The leveling control will automatically program for air bag control. If the unit does not use air bags, the display will read, “NO” for air bag control. |
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" Before auto-leveling features are available, the Level Zero point must be set. This is the point to which the system will return when an auto leveling cycle is initiated. To set the zero point (controller module must be fully secured in production intent location), first run a manual leveling sequence to get the vehicle to the desired level point. Then activate the Level Zero point configuration mode. This mode is enabled by performing the following sequence: 1. Turn panel off. Then turn panel on. 2. Perform the following: -Press the FRONT switch 5 times. -Press the REAR switch 5 times. 3. At this point all LED outputs will blink, and the buzzer will be off. 4. You are now in IDLE mode ready to set Zero Point. 5. With a carpenter’s level, manually level the coach. This will give the leveling controls the reference point for the Zero Point Configuration. 6. When coach is completely leveled manually press the RETRACT ALL switch 3 times to set the zero point. |
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