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General Boards => Technical Support => Topic started by: Darrell Terry on November 22, 2022, 05:34:02 PM

Title: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Darrell Terry on November 22, 2022, 05:34:02 PM

Where do I find the information on replacing scissor arm with gas strut ?  Specifically dimension from door edge to mounting plates and pictures if they are available. Have searched gas strut replacement, scissor arm upgrade, RV door upgrade with no results.

Any guidance appreciated.  I found a U Tube video but the entry door was square and not slanted as most Beavers so wasn't sure if dimensions would apply.

2004 Beaver Monterey

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Gene Obie on November 22, 2022, 05:45:07 PM

Here's what I found some time ago. Never did it though.

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Bill Lampkin on November 22, 2022, 08:02:38 PM

good source for struts. I replaced all struts on my baggage doors from them.

liftsupportsdepot.com

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Dan Johnson on November 22, 2022, 08:10:19 PM

10-40 on liftsupportdepot.  Good folks and good prices!

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Bill Lampkin on November 22, 2022, 08:22:14 PM

Darrell, you may already know that new OE scissors struts are available from BCS. Just had to replace mine (my fault). But spendy; $260 (yes, you read that right) after my  BAC member discount.

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Frank Bergamo on November 22, 2022, 08:57:01 PM

Here is an original setup, https://shop.findmyrvparts.com/swing-arm-assembly-08408401-entry-door-hinge-p/190060.htm  These have doubled in price the last year or two. Good luck on your decision.

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Darrell Terry on November 23, 2022, 02:31:32 PM

Thanks for the advice and information.
My issue is not just the scissor arm.,
When I lift front leveler on RV , the door is pushed up which decreases gap at top between door and header. The scissor arm has little room to move and scrapes.
The door is extremely hard to open & close. I removed the scissor arm and the door opens and closes perfectly.
My wife was unable to open after returning late from sitting the Grands.
The door works fine with scissor arm in place while front leveler not in use but I'm tired of dealing with it as we are full timers and front leveler is most often in down position.
Thanks again

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Darrell Terry on November 28, 2022, 02:15:34 PM

Installed the gas strut on front door this weekend. Works well and I am pleased.
What no one mentioned about the installation I read,  is that the 2 ball attachments must be at least 1/2' to 1" wider than the length of the gas strut in a fully closed position.
In my case, with the 20" inch / 15 lb strut, that would be about 12"
I now have a couple extra holes that need to be filled.

Title: Re: Gas strut install at entry door - dimensions of mounts
Post by: Bill Lampkin on November 28, 2022, 02:18:19 PM

Glad you got it fixed! Now onto the next project!