Why Towable RV Owners Are Choosing This Suspension Upgrade
If you own a fifth wheel or travel trailer, you already know that factory suspension systems are often one of the weakest components on many RVs. Rough roads, potholes, uneven highways, and heavy loads can place a tremendous amount of stress on the suspension, frame, and interior of your RV.
That’s why many RV owners are upgrading to the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Suspension System.
At California RV Specialists, we install these systems regularly and highly recommend them for RV owners who want a smoother ride, better durability, and improved protection for their RV investment.
What is the Roadmaster Comfort Ride System?
The Roadmaster Comfort Ride Suspension System is a heavy-duty upgrade designed specifically for towable RVs such as:
- Fifth wheels
- Travel trailers
- Toy haulers
Unlike many factory suspension setups that rely on basic leaf springs and minimal shock control, the Comfort Ride system introduces gas shocks, improved brackets, and upgraded components that help control suspension movement and reduce road shock.
This results in a smoother towing experience and less stress on your RV’s frame and interior.
Benefits of the Roadmaster Comfort Ride Upgrade
Dramatically Smoother Ride
The addition of shock absorbers helps control bounce and vibration caused by rough roads. Instead of the trailer bouncing and transferring energy through the frame, the shocks absorb that motion.
This means:
- Less bouncing while towing
- Reduced chucking and trailer movement
- A more stable towing experience
Protects Your RV Frame and Structure
One of the biggest issues we see in our shop is frame stress and cracks near suspension hangers.
Excess suspension movement can place enormous stress on the frame over time.
The Roadmaster Comfort Ride system helps:
- Reduce suspension flex
- Limit side-to-side movement
- Support suspension mounting points
This can help extend the life of the frame and reduce structural stress.
Protects the Interior of Your RV
Every bump in the road travels through the suspension and into the RV.
Without proper suspension control, this vibration can cause:
- Cabinet damage
- Loose hardware
- Appliance wear
- Interior trim issues
By absorbing road shock, the Comfort Ride system helps protect everything inside your RV.
Improved Tire and Suspension Life
Uncontrolled suspension movement can lead to uneven tire wear and additional strain on axles and suspension components.
Upgrading to the Comfort Ride system helps stabilize the suspension, which can help:
- Improve tire wear patterns
- Reduce suspension wear
- Improve overall towing stability
Why California RV Specialists Recommends This Upgrade
At California RV Specialists, we see the effects of factory suspension limitations every day. Many of the frame cracks, suspension failures, and alignment issues we repair are directly related to inadequate suspension control.
Because of this, we often recommend the Roadmaster Comfort Ride system to customers looking to improve ride quality and protect their RV long-term.
Our team has installed these systems on many different brands and models of towable RVs, and the feedback from customers has been overwhelmingly positive.
Many owners tell us they immediately notice:
- Smoother towing
- Less bouncing and chucking
- Greater confidence when traveling
Professional Installation Matters
Suspension upgrades should always be installed by experienced technicians.
At California RV Specialists, our team carefully installs the Comfort Ride system to ensure proper alignment, mounting, and performance.
During installation we also inspect:
- Suspension hangers
- Leaf springs
- Bushings and shackles
- Frame areas around suspension mounts
This ensures the system performs exactly as intended.
Is the Comfort Ride System Right for Your RV?
If you experience any of the following while towing, this upgrade may be worth considering:
- Excessive trailer bounce
- Harsh ride over rough roads
- Suspension noise or movement
- Concerns about frame stress
- Frequent tire wear issues
Many owners choose this upgrade as preventative protection for their RV investment.
Schedule Your Suspension Upgrade
If you are interested in upgrading your RV suspension, the team at California RV Specialists can help you determine if the Roadmaster Comfort Ride system is the right fit for your unit.
We’re happy to inspect your suspension and discuss upgrade options.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment and experience the difference a properly designed suspension system can make.
About California RV Specialists
California RV Specialists has been helping RV owners maintain and upgrade their RVs since 2003. Our shop focuses on repairs, diagnostics, suspension upgrades, collision repair, and warranty service for many major RV manufacturers.
Our mission is simple:
Repair and improve what you already own.
California RV Specialists
200 S. Cherokee Lane
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: 209-263-7040
Website: www.calrvspecialists.com
Open Monday–Friday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Serving RV owners with professional inspections and repairs since 2003.
