Our Specialties
Motorhome and RV Repair Specialists
Your motorhome/RV is a huge investment which is why we understand that you only want an expert working on your rig. Jack's Brake & Alignment is the Quad Cities trusted auto repair shop for Motorhome Repair & service. We can work on any RV model including Class A, Class B and Class C. We even have customers who travel to us from all across the Quad Cities in areas like Geneseo, Port Byron, Cordova, Alexis, Aledo, and more because we're that good at what we do.
Our River Drive location is designed and equipped to specifically meet the needs of RV owners and we're one of the only shops in the Davenport, Quad Cities area that has the ability to align even the heaviest of vehicles ranging from firetrucks to new and old motorhomes, fifth wheel trailers, cargo trailers, boat trailers, and more because of our large alignment pits. As long as it has an axle, we can align it!
Try our motorhome/RV repair services just one time and you'll be convinced why we're the best motorhome/RV repair shop in the Quad Cities. Our comfortable waiting room, friendly customer service and competitive pricing will make you a loyal customer for life. Schedule your RV's appointment today with Jack's Brake & Alignment.
Benefits of RV Alignments
Why you should have your motorhome/RV aligned-
Getting your RV aligned at Jack's Brake & Alignment will help you protect your investment for several reasons:
- Alignments help protect your tires- Tires for your RV aren't cheap. Depending on your model and brand, prices can exceed $250 apiece. A poor alignment can cause cupping, uneven wear and lead to early tire replacement.
- Increase your gas mileage- Poor alignment causes tires to drag. This can result in fuel efficiency reduction by as much as 10%. It may seem small, but that equates to $25 lost in gas per fill up.
- Improve handling- If your steering is vibrating or your vehicle pulls in one direction it could be your alignment. This can make driving uncomfortable and dangerous. Why ruin the joy of driving your RV when we can solve it with a fast RV alignment?
Specializing In Camber Corrections
Why Adjusting Your Camber Is Important
The bigger the tire, the more important the alignment. That's why at Jack's Brake & Alignment we specialize in camber corrections and proper computerized, precision alignments.
With exact alignment measurements and proper camber adjustment, your truck, trailer or motorhome will have noticeably better traction, better fuel economy and longer tread life. We can even order brand new axles if the existing ones are beyond repair.
We can also repair anything from small boat trailers to large utility trailers. Call Jack's River Drive to schedule an appointment today!
The QC's Choice For HD Truck, Bus and Motorhome Repairs
Jack's is your one stop shop equipped to handle all your repair needs- here's what we can help with:
- Full Service and General Auto Repair
- Under car and misc. auto repair service
- Heating and cooling
- Electrical and electronic
- Transmission
- Heavy-Duty
- Engine
- Diesel Repair
- Tires
- Brakes
- Oil Changes
- Coolant Flushes
- Power Steering
- Alignments
- Exhaust work
- Suspension
- Shocks and strut replacement
Common RV Problems
Over the years we're identified common problems that our customers have experienced with their motorhome/RVs. If any of these descriptions sound familiar, make a note of them and contact Jack's to schedule your service appointment.
- Bottoming Out: When the suspension travels to its lowest limit and makes contact with the ground, the suspension stops. Possible causes: insufficient spring tension, worn shock absorbers, overloading.
- Bounce: Bouncing may occur in the front of the coach, rear or both. Possible causes: worn or insufficient shock absorbers.
- Bump Steer: Occurs when the coach hits a bump and the steering wheel suddenly jerks to one side or the other on its own. Usually cased by improper suspension geometry.
- Dog Tracking: When the rear wheels of the vehicle do not follow or line up with the front wheels. Typically caused by rear axle misalignment.
- Listing: The vehicle is lower on one side than the other. Possible causes: improper weight distribution, worn or weak springs, spring hangers, body mounts or bushings.
- Proposing: The coach will teeter-totter in a front to back movement after encountering a bump in the road- most common on short (20-30 ft) motorhomes. Can usually be resolved with better shocks and/or springs.
- Pull: Your vehicle consistently wants to pull to the right or left. Possible causes: alignment, tires, weight distribution, improperly adjusted steering.
- Returnability: After a turn is made, the steering wheel should come back to center. If it does not, it often requires constant correction to stay in your lane. Possible causes: sticky steering gear, improper alignment.
- Road Wander: The coach wants to move left or right or even if the driver is steering straight. Typically caused by excessive play in one or more steering components.
- Rut Tracking: The coach follows the grooves worn into the road or ridges that have been created where the asphalt surface meets a concrete road surface. Possible causes: Insufficient front-end weight, type of tire used.
- Shimmy: Occurs when the coach hits a bump and the steering wheel "shimmies" or shakes back and forth. Possible causes: one or more loose steering components, excessive camber.
- Sway: The coach leans, sways or rocks in a side-to-side motion. Typically caused by weak springs and/or lack of an anti-sway bar.
- Wind Drift: The coach is being pushed off its centerline of travel due to cross winds or passing vehicles. Can usually be solved with a steering control product.
Additional Specialty Repair Services
Antique and Classic Car Repairs
Antique and Classic Car Repairs
Antique and Classic Car Repairs
Jack's Brake & Alignment is a local favorite for antique and classic car repairs. At Jack's we can repair everything from antique firetrucks to classic cars. Call us today to learn more about our antique and class car repair services.
Hi-Rail Repair Services
Antique and Classic Car Repairs
Antique and Classic Car Repairs
Hi-rail trucks are dual-mode vehicles that can operate on both railroad tracks and roads. Contact Jack's Brake & Alignment today to learn more about our hi-rail repair services, including inspections. Jack's is also one of the few certified hi-rail inspectors in the Quad Cities area.
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