After reading the comments on the "wander problem" in a GMC, I feel I
must add my thoughts to the discussion.
I don't think the problem is worn parts, however they aggravate the
condition. A coach it good condition will have less tendency to be affected
by the duel wheel ruts worn in heavily travelled roads than one with worn
suspension parts. The rear wheels of the GMC are wider than the outer wheels
of a duel set on transports. The front wheels of the GMC are the same width
and run in the low part of the outer duel rut. All four rear wheels, when
the fronts are in the ruts, are riding up the inclines of the outer ruts.
The rear wheels are constantly trying to come down into the rut. When one
side wins over the other, it can be a violent movement causing sway. This
goes on constantly moving the back of the coach from side to side.
I think moving the front wheels out only puts them on the incline of the
outer ruts also. Anti-sway bars on the rear will help some, I think. But I
have to agree with the comment, " stay out of the ruts". That's what I try
to do and am satisfied with the handling of our coach in winds and most road
conditions - except down in the ruts.
Al Hamilton
Kingston, Ont
hamilton
must add my thoughts to the discussion.
I don't think the problem is worn parts, however they aggravate the
condition. A coach it good condition will have less tendency to be affected
by the duel wheel ruts worn in heavily travelled roads than one with worn
suspension parts. The rear wheels of the GMC are wider than the outer wheels
of a duel set on transports. The front wheels of the GMC are the same width
and run in the low part of the outer duel rut. All four rear wheels, when
the fronts are in the ruts, are riding up the inclines of the outer ruts.
The rear wheels are constantly trying to come down into the rut. When one
side wins over the other, it can be a violent movement causing sway. This
goes on constantly moving the back of the coach from side to side.
I think moving the front wheels out only puts them on the incline of the
outer ruts also. Anti-sway bars on the rear will help some, I think. But I
have to agree with the comment, " stay out of the ruts". That's what I try
to do and am satisfied with the handling of our coach in winds and most road
conditions - except down in the ruts.
Al Hamilton
Kingston, Ont
hamilton
