3051S Front End Alignment

ourflat · 02-20-2014, 03:40 PM

I have an appointment on Monday to get a front end alignment. Are there special alignment specs on our 3051S?

ourflat · 02-20-2014, 07:32 PM

I found the specs that were posted in another thread from the FR factory rep.

ATVer · 02-20-2014, 10:30 PM

Ford specs are very broad but the previously posted specs are within them and work well. Ford twin I beam front ends are not easy to setup. If the shop sets to the posted specs you should be good but you will likely have to purchase and install adjustable upper bushings to get the settings right especially the cross caster and camber. Also make sure your air bags are set so the ride height front to rear is what you will be running when loaded for a trip as it can impact caster settings. Although some shops may say bump steer and heavy feeling steering is typical of Fords if it is set up right the unit will feel, handle, and drive almost like a car.

ourflat · 02-21-2014, 07:04 AM

ATVer, that's what I'm shooting for; nice steering control!

lbrunning · 02-21-2014, 07:54 AM

I had the alignment shop use the same specs and i agree with ATVer they work big improvement in steering.

rhroll24 · 02-21-2014, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ourflat

I found the specs that were posted in another thread from the FR factory rep.

Curious, I went looking for the original thread and I think I found it here for
anyone that might want to see it ...

http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...0-a-20614.html

ourflat · 02-24-2014, 11:12 AM

Drove my RV on the highway for a bit after alignment and all I can say is :wow! Big difference for such changes. Technician installed adjustable upper bushings as discussed. Heading out on a trip very soon to enjoy all my upgrades....

phelpo · 03-01-2014, 09:36 AM

Frank,, can you give me an idea the cost of these adj
bushing and the total cost?

Thanks

Phelpo

ourflat · 03-01-2014, 10:18 AM

My cost was $75.00 USD and this included the adjustable bushings. I printed the specs and forum threads so Mike could read what everyone was saying and their advice. He was blown away that folks were being charged up to $300.00 for this alignment.

I watched as the Mike went into the pit to install the bushings and make adjustments while using his high tech alignment machine. I was expecting to pay well over $100.00 based on what others in the forums was saying but there still are alignment shops that charge a fair price. Mike buys bushings in bulk which brings the cost down to a few dollars a piece. I was recommended to him by the Ford dealership here.

Here is Mike's contact info if you have any questions:

Line'em Up Wheel Alignment

1211 US Highway 117 Byp S
Goldsboro, NC 27530-6813
Tel: (919) 580-9980

phelpo · 03-01-2014, 01:57 PM

Frank,

I have read that you should have a couple 1000 miles before
doing anything like this. How many miles do you
have on your rig/

Thanks for all the help

Phelpo

ourflat · 03-01-2014, 03:12 PM

I have almost 10K on my RV. I agree that the RV should have several thousand miles on it before this alignment is done.

ATVer · 03-01-2014, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ourflat

My cost was $75.00 USD and this included the adjustable bushings. I printed the specs and forum threads so Mike could read what everyone was saying and their advice. He was blown away that folks were being charged up to $300.00 for this alignment.

I watched as the Mike went into the pit to install the bushings and make adjustments while using his high tech alignment machine. I was expecting to pay well over $100.00 based on what others in the forums was saying but there still are alignment shops that charge a fair price. Mike buys bushings in bulk which brings the cost down to a few dollars a piece. I was recommended to him by the Ford dealership here.

Here is Mike's contact info if you have any questions:

Line'em Up Wheel Alignment

1211 US Highway 117 Byp S
Goldsboro, NC 27530-6813
Tel: (919) 580-9980

That's a great price, mine was $160 for the same work. But it didn't matter since Forest River fully reimbursed me since it was still under warranty.

phelpo · 03-02-2014, 07:59 AM

thanks for the info.

Phelpo

Garrette · 03-09-2014, 07:55 PM

My Sunseeker was 160.00 and was reimbursed by dealer. My unit had 1200 miles.

rhroll24 · 03-09-2014, 08:19 PM

Following is what Bclemens had to say back in one of the original threads ..

.....The alignment really needs to get done after a couple thousand miles. We aligned some to their spec (had before readings) and by the time it got there it was 1/2" out. It seems if it is aligned after a couple thousand miles the alignment stays right on after that.....

I'm picking up my 3010 DS in Orlando (RV direct) then driving about 3000+ miles back home. The delivery miles from Ekhart to Orlando is about 1250..
What do people think about whether or not this (1250) is enough mileage on the rig to do the alignment ? I would simply ask the RV Direct dealer to do the alignment before I head out.. If it really handles alot better, I would really want to do the alignment before driving 3000+ miles ..

phelpo · 03-10-2014, 09:39 AM

Robert when are you picking up your rig?

rhroll24 · 03-10-2014, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phelpo

Robert when are you picking up your rig?

I haven't set a date yet. Still financing right now. But I'm thinking sometime end of month or first part of April... I'll let you know. You'll probably see a few posts in other forums asking questions as I firm up the date ...

phelpo · 03-10-2014, 09:46 AM

keep us posted, and send pics tooooo

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