Fandj,
We've posted on our experience with adding the Safe-T-Plus previously (copied below). After almost three years, we feel the same way on the topic:
After traveling in our 2014 Model 2552 for several weeks, we want to report how happy we are with our decision to buy it. Living in it is a pleasure and driving it is fairly easy. The ride is comfortable enough and not at all the “truck-like” feeling that we anticipated.
We did experience some “wandering” of the coach while driving on the freeway that was bothersome in keeping the vehicle going in a straight line due to the many minor steering wheel adjustments required. This was something we could live with, but hoped could be improved.
We wanted an expert opinion on the handling and wheel alignment to see if even minor improvements could be made. So, we had Henderson’s Line-up in Grants Pass, Oregon do their Road Performance Assessment with us. They describe this as “a systematic, diagnostic 15-mile road test that reveals steering and suspension problems over a variety of road surfaces.”
The report we received (both verbal and written) was very encouraging. They feel that no improvement was needed in suspension, braking, or weight distribution. They did suggest that we install a Safe-T-Plus unit and check the alignment of all wheels.
The reason for the Safe-T-Plus is to improve the tracking under normal circumstances and to provide safety in situations such as a blowout, a sudden gust of wind from a passing truck, or a pothole in the road. It is a steering control device that will automatically stabilize the vehicle.
We followed both of the recommendations. Only minor adjustments were needed in the front wheel alignment and none for the rear wheels. The Safe-T-Plus definitely eliminated most of the wandering and gives us more confidence while driving.
The peace of mind we enjoy now justifies the cost involved.
Hope this helps you make your decision,
Bruce and Sharon
