FORD F53 suspension & Handling Articles

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Learn about Ford F53 suspension upgrades, handling problems, sway bars, trac bars, shocks, steering and ride improvement from SuperSteer.

 


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Ford F53 Handling Problems? Proven Upgrades That Work

Fix Ford F53 handling problems like sway, poor ride quality, and tail wagging. See how real-world suspension upgrades improved this RV’s handling.

 

 


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Performance Steering and Suspension Packages

Improve Ford F53 handling, steering and ride quality with a complete suspension upgrade package designed to reduce sway, wander and poor ride comfort.

 

 


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Four Companies Unite for the Ultimate Ford F53 Motorhome package!

Improve Ford F53 handling with suspension upgrades from SuperSteer, KONI, Roadmaster and Safe-T-Plus designed for better stability, steering and ride quality.

 


Fix That Floaty Feeling

If you’ve ever driven a motorhome built on the Ford F53 chassis and thought, “Why does this thing feel like I’m steering a cruise ship in high winds?”—you’re not alone.

 


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What are Quad Shocks?

In this Tech Time video we cover "What are Quad Shocks?" and the benefits it gives your RV in steering and handling performance on the road. This SuperSteer® rear bolt and spacer kit allows for the mounting of four shocks on the rear of the Ford F53 chassis with a 24k-26k GVWR.

 


Ford F53 Transformation on RVunplugged

See how Ford F53 suspension upgrades improved RV handling, steering, stability and ride quality with shocks, sway bars, a trac bar and more.

 


New Shocks for the Ford F53 Motorhome

Upgrade your Ford F53 motorhome with KONI EVO shocks designed to improve ride quality, reduce sway and porpoising, and provide better handling and control.

 


Upgrades That Blew His Mind!

We do suspension work on all types of motorhomes. Recently we had a customer bring in their Ford F-53 RV to have the tag axle worked on, an alignment, and a sway bar fixed. It was a really great visit. So good infact that he created a video about his visit. It's an honor to share that video with you on this blog post. Enjoy!

 


The Unexpected Hue Shift of Koni Evo Shocks

Why did KONI EVO shocks for Ford F53 motorhomes change from red to gold? Learn what changed, what stayed the same, and what it means for performance.

 


Why is the SS401 TracBar so Popular?

Learn how the SuperSteer SS401 rear trac bar improves Ford F53 handling by reducing tail wagging and side-to-side movement for better stability and control.

 


Transforming a 2023 Ford F53 Motorhome!

Why would an owner of a BRAND NEW 2023 Ford F53 bring his motorhome into a steering and suspension shop? It's a good question! Let me ask you another question. Are you tired of bumpy rides and white knuckle handling? If so, you're in the right place!

 


Sway bar vs Tracbar

Sway bar vs. trac bar: What’s the difference? Learn how each Ford F53 suspension upgrade helps reduce sway, instability and improve RV handling.

 


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This motorhome feels like a waterbed

Does your Ford F53 feel like a waterbed on wheels? Learn how a Road Performance Assessment can uncover RV steering, suspension and handling problems.

 


Leaf Spring Testing

Learn how Ford F53 leaf spring rates affect RV ride quality and see how SuperSteer tests OEM vs. aftermarket springs to address a rough motorhome ride.

 


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Class A motorhomes

Learn about common Class A motorhome handling problems on Ford F53 and Workhorse chassis, including sway, porpoising, tail wagging and steering issues.

 


2021 Ford F53

Learn what changed on the 2021 Ford F53 chassis, including the 7.3L V8, suspension updates, body roll, shocks and ways to improve RV handling.

 

 


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Stock Ford F53 Test

See a stock Ford F53 handling test before and after suspension upgrades designed to reduce body roll, improve steering, stability and ride quality.