How To Wind A Spring On An Rv Awning

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How to wind a spring on an rv awning.

Eventually you should get it to rotate all the way around. Received the new spring today. We were in fresno at a friend s house in 2014 had the awning out and realized it was raining hard. Note the position of the release lever 5.

When installing a new awning fabric which i can do how many turns of the springs do you suggest to get proper roll out and retraction. Posted by rv doctor. Use an electric drill and a 3 8 inch drill. Standing at the front of the awning and facing the rear you need to rotate the front awning leg counter clockwise.

Hold the drill at a 45 degree angle inside the groove. Roll the awning all the way out to full extension. When extended rv awnings can collect puddles and become heavy with rainwater. Mark the position of the ratchet end assembly with respect to the awning tube.

Since this is the side with the ratchet catch the awning might try to roll up on you some just tell your helper to hold it tighter. It s best to check your rv awning manual to determine the number of turns you ll need winding up your spring. Drill a hole two inches from the end of the awning tube inside the groove. Pin the opposite awning spring with a cotter pin.

D on irv2 forums for example. We are saddened to announce the passing of the rv doctor april 17 2020. Extend both awning rafter arms and lock them into place and tighten the hand screws.