Koni shock adjustment on LXi's

[David Brady]

Brad,

Just wanted to mention that the front shocks can be
difficult to remove from the vehicle. This is especially
true if they were installed without first applying an
anti-seize compound. You may want to be prepared
with a small pulley puller to use to remove them.

David B
'02 LXi, Smokey
NC

David Brady wrote:
>
> Brad,
>
> When adjusting the front shocks, the wheels can stay
> on the coach but the shocks do need to come off. The
> shocks on the front axle have steel sleeves pressed into
> the upper and lower shock mounts that require you to
> remove the shock for adjusting. All shocks adjust the
> same way: simply hold them upright, compress them
> until the dog engages the key on the inside of the shock,
> (you'll feel it) and turn clockwise to stiffen and counter-
> clockwise to soften.
>
> On the drive axle, you also leave the wheels on. You
> can probable remove the lower shock attachment and
> rotate the shock outward, pivoting on the upper attachment.
> In this case, the shock does not have a metal sleeve, but
> uses conical rubber bushings. In any case, I think you'll
> find the operation easier if you remove the shock entirely.
>
> On the tag axle, I've only done it by first removing the
> wheel. I don't think there's enough clearance to get in there
> and remove the shock with the wheel in place. Also, this
> shock uses the metal sleeve, like the front shock, so the
> shock will need to be removed, and contrary to popular
> opinion, the tag axle shock is adjustable (at least on my coach
> anyway). Good luck.
>
> David Brady
> '02 LXi, Smokey
> NC
>
> brad barton wrote:
> >
> > Question: To David Brady or anyone else who can tell me about
> > adjusting the
> > shocks on a 43' LXI. Do you have to remove the wheels to get to the Koni
> > shocks to twist them tighter..or can you get to them without
> removing the
> > wheels. I'm assuming one part of the shock can be disconnected and
> > twisted
> > to stiffen it up. We're going to try to adjust the front shocks
> first. Do
> > the wheels have to be pulled or not? And what part of the shock has be
> > twisted and how much?
> >
> > Brad Barton 00LXiDFW
> > bbartonwx@...
>
> >
> > >From: "bloomas"
> >
> > >Reply-To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
>
> >
> > >To: >
> > >
> > >Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Tendencies toward major problems?
> > >Date: Sat, 14 Apr 2007 12:05:18 -0500
> > >
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: bbwlwb88
> > > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
>
> >
> > > Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 11:32 AM
> > > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Tendencies toward major problems?
> > > Hi Royal I have two question.Who do you suggest pays for the
> > >inspection and Ralph travel and time?Would you
> > > turn over the keys to your coach and let somebody that you don't
> no and
> > >drive off? Just wondering.
> > > Bob Loomas 1985 PT 36
> > >
> > >
> > > Ryan, I have owned 5 Blue Birds since 1984 and 4 of them were used
> > > coaches. Fortunately, I have never had a major problem with any of
> > > them. Rotten flooring is highly unlikely to be a problem in a Bird
> > > because of the 3/4 inch marine grade plywood. Assuming your Travco
> > > is gasoline powered, you will find that diesel power requires more
> > > attention to fuel filters and fuel treatment. If you decide to
> > > purchase an older Bird I would urge you to have the engine and
> > > transmission checked by a Detroit Diesel dealer. Those items can be
> > > exceptionally expensive to repair or replace. While the coach is at
> > > the Detroit dealer have them check the air brakes. Also you will
> > > have an air suspension system which is very different than you may be
> > > used to. The suspension air springs (air bags) can dry rot or crack
> > > and may need to be replaced which will be expensive. Another
> > > suggestion would be to get the coach body number and call the factory
> > > to see if they can tell you if the coach has been serviced there for
> > > any major problems. A final suggestion would be to have the coach
> > > inspected by Ralph Fullenwider before you finalize the purchase.
> > >
> > > It's likely you can find a Bird that is in good condition because
> > > most of us overmaintain them, but still have it checked!!! You will
> > > love the Bird compared to the coach you now have.
> > >
> > > Royal Washburn
> > > 97 43BBWL
> > > Conway, AR
> > >
> > > >
> > >
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