Replace Awning Spring

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Replace awning spring.

Easy to use hook and rod system. Roll the awning all the way out to full extension. Keep in mind that repairs or replacements that require exposing the springs can be dangerous. Mark the position of the ratchet end assembly with respect to the awning tube.

4 5 out of 5 stars 45. The cotter pins are the ones that lock the spring tension securely while taking down the rv awning. This helps hold everything in place. There are 2 springs in the roller tube one at each end.

Carefree r00923wht a simplicity white 8 18 replacement rear spring assembly. This kit converts a manual solera spring. Simply insert hook into drive head and turn rod clockwise to extend and counterclockwise to retract internal gear box allows you to stop the awning at any point during extension or retraction. Upgrade from the solera manual spring tension rv awning with the pull style manual to crank style manual awning upgrade kit by lippert components.

When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed. Afterward insert a phillips head screwdriver and leave it in place. Get it as soon as fri sep 18. 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.

Don t remove the screwdriver from the rear spring. Lock the spring at the rear or left side of the awning by removing the black plastic cap. We ll show you step by step how easy it is to do it yourself. Step 1 prepare to re insert the cotter pin.

Extend both awning rafter arms and lock them into place and tighten the hand screws. Note the position of the release lever 5. Pin the opposite awning spring with a cotter pin. Lock the rear spring of the awning.

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. Get it as soon as fri sep 18. All of carefree of colorado s installation owners and service manuals are online so if you decide to alter repair or replace your awnings instructions and resources are readily available.