Chevrolet Light Duty Truck 1973 Spezifikationen

P Chassisfor MotorhomesGeneral Information for Alignmenthttp://users.sisna.com/cebula/P-Chassis-AlignmentProcess.pdf Version 1.4 –December 2, 2006

Doesn't sound like something you can easily determine? Take it to a mechanic you trust.Air BagsAir bags are an interesting item to folks with thi

matched to the actual axle weight of your coach and you can eliminate the air bags when done properly.One improvement you might want to consider for t

the suggested improvement parts.Almost.How about those tires?TiresNo brand or type tire recommendation is presented here. However, the first rule is t

7.50-16 Bias PlyPSI30 C,D,E35 C,D,E40 C,D,E45 C,D,E50 D,E55 D,E60 D,E65 E70 E75 ELbs per tire- Single1620 1770 1930 2060 2190 2310 2440 2560 2670 2780

duals, are properly spaced from each other. If the duals touch sidewalls, they won't last and are a hazard. (If you do decide on bigger or wider

height. Another option is to take the measurements, mark the position of each corner tire and turn the motorhome around 180 degrees, park in the same

is full to the appropriate level and changed on a regular basis. All lubricants lose effectiveness over time. Every four oil changes ('normal&apo

measurement equal. (This supposes that the weight is not in excess of the axle rating and you have moved your movable stuff around to help balance the

to some extent. Once complete with the work in the rear, re-check the front. If you 'twist' the rear, the front will be affected.FRONT:Coil

down to the “MOTOR HOME” row to get the degree setting. This is the initial point for the CASTER setting. This chart is from the 1995 “Chevrolet Motor

IntroductionThe intent of this document is to provide both reference information and guidance to get the Chevrolet P Chassis to perform as it was desi

(a) A down-in-rear frame angle must be subtracted from a positive caster specification. (b)An up-in-rear frame angle must be added to a positive caste

MODEL CAMBER TOE-IN (IN.)G10, 20 .5° 3/16”G30 .2° 3/16”CLASS A MOTOR HOME (32 – 52).25° ± .25° 0° to .06°Toe-in was reduced from 5/16 inch in 1985

CONGRATULATIONS! Your Class A motorhome should no longer be yanking on your shoulder sockets and you can enjoy the next trip a little better. You also

Appendix A – Front Load Height CurveKnown weights compared to actual dimensions can determine if the spring is performing according to its rating. Act

Appendix B – Rear Load Height CurveMain Body Page 20 of 38 Total Pages

Appendix C – VIN1979 - 1980Main Body Page 21 of 38 Total PagesC P Y 3 7 9 3 1 0 0 0 0 11. Selling Division2. Chassis Type3. E

1981 – 1983Main Body Page 22 of 38 Total PagesCountry1 = U.S. Built2 = Canadian BuiltJ =Japan BuiltManufacturerG = General Motors8 = Isuzu MotorsTyp

1984 - 1995Main Body Page 23 of 38 Total PagesNation of Origin1 = U.S. Built2 = Canadian Built3 = Mexico BuiltManufacturerG = General MotorsCode Make

Appendix D – An Alignment PrimerMain Body Page 24 of 38 Total Pages

Appendix E – Tire Inflation (as of 1995)Main Body Page 25 of 38 Total Pages

adjustment/maintenance information from a Forward Control Chassis manual for your Class A motorhome. Some things are common, some things are not. The

Main Body Page 26 of 38 Total Pages

Appendix F – TowingThe GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) includes weight of both the motorhome and anything being towed.Only the V8 and diesel mo

Next 3 digits indicates the day built - expressed in Julian Date formLast digit indicates the shift 1=1st shift, 2=2nd shift. (Don't have any ide

Appendix G – Chart for properly matching tires to rims/wheels.Information obtained from the 1994 Tire and Rim Association Yearbook.TIRE SIZE (1) APPR

Weights WorksheetFrom Plate: Actuals:GAWRFRONT Left Front Right Front Total ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________GAWRREAR Left Rear Righ

Understanding motorhome weightsYou've probably heard it said that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. This theory applies to motorhome

tongue weight of the towed vehicle that can be carried by this motorhome. (NCC can be determined by subtracting the UVW from the GVWR.)It's impor

When purchasing a motorhome, you may not find a place to weigh your motorhome wheel by wheel, as weighing experts recommend. However, you can weigh ea

then calculate the axle loads and the actual gross vehicle weight. Add the wheel loads for each axle and compare the total to the GAWR for that axle.

Table of ContentsThe Process... 1Worn P

The ProcessThe first step to maintaining proper vehicle handling is through the regular inspection and replacement of suspension bushings, ball joints

axle housing and suspension parts too.Proper lube of ball joints means lifting the motorhome by a frame member so the suspension hangs free and then l

lower control arm bushings get pretty bad after 10-20 years. These are cheap to buy and labor is the real cost. If you can replace them yourself, do i

storage checklist to help prevent this situation. Check the damper attachments to make sure they are tight. Rubber bushings should be replaced if they

frame mounts. Make sure those mounts are tight and all the bushings are in good shape. An improvement to this stabilizer bar is to replace it with a m