Awning Torsion Spring Replacement

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Awning torsion spring replacement.

If you have older style arms u channel arms such as a e two step the assembly is a half inch skinnier so your channels won t line up when closing. Make sure the torsion spring has been relieved. However i missed the step to pin the rear side of the awning prior to unwinding the torsion spring. Simply select your awning type to see the offering of replacement components available.

If the awning s right hand torsion assembly has been pinned the cotter pin must be removed from the torsion assembly before the spring can be unwound. Extend both awning rafter arms and lock them into place and tighten the hand screws. Torsion spring omega torsion springs 9100 power awning redneck power awning crank gear faulkner hardware shademaker torsion springs shademaker bottom brackets end caps top brackets rv awning tubes. It is assumed that you have already taken down the awning released the tension and the torsion assembly and replaced the locks and caps before re tensioning the spring.

You will have to drill a new hole in the end bracket a half inch closer. This is a step by step guide that will walk with you through re tensioning the spring in your recreational vehicle s awning. High quality model specific repair parts and components are available for most carefree awnings. Pictures in no particular order our selection of new and used rv awning.

The instructions i find on you tube are not concise looks like a good way to get hurt. I wish to stress again that when attempting rv awning repair the spring pressure must be controlled at all times. Received the new spring today. Pin the opposite awning spring with a cotter pin.

Roll the awning all the way out to full extension. The cam lock lever on the right hand torsion assembly must be turned clockwise to the roll up position before the spring can be unwound.