Question Spartan Chassis steering wheel play ~1 in

[Notsotalltexan]

Yes, I've been speaking with Barry at JoSams in Orlando. His shop will do the work on June 5.

Hello Joe--
I just read this thread and was wondering what your result was on the Spartan steering issue. I have a 2020 DS which I've noticed similar annoying play that I did not experience with my 2017 Ventana on a Freightliner.

Thanks,
Laurent Perron

 

[Notsotalltexan]

Hello Joe--
I just read this thread and was wondering what your result was on the Spartan steering issue. I have a 2020 DS which I've noticed similar annoying play that I did not experience with my 2017 Ventana on a Freightliner.

Thanks,
Laurent Perron

Curious if the adjustment recommended to correct your steering helped.

 

[Joe Hogan]

Spartan replaced the steering via local dealer. Steering is much improved. Very little free play now. Vehicle maintains lane much better. Not as hard to drive.
Yesterday 25 gust 30+ and was able to maintain lane without too much input.
The new steering box makes all the difference.

 

[Notsotalltexan]

So you didn’t have them do Larry’s adjustment to the steering box? I’m going to try that before I have a new steering box replaced.

 

[Joe Hogan]

The RV was subject to a recall for the steering box. Replaced under warranty.

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