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Old 08-21-2022, 06:29 PM   #1
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Awning Gas Struts

I have 2017 Thor Miramar 37.1, with a 15 foot awning. Has anyone ever replaced the gas struts?. Is this something that should be done every 5 years or so, how would you know if it goes bad.

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Old 08-21-2022, 06:33 PM   #2
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If they go bad, the awning won't stay out "under pressure". As it rolls inward (retract) it compresses the shock. Check your component list for the awning model number and call etrailer for replacement...they have everything. But, as long as the awning is holding firm outward, I wouldn't worry about it.
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I have 2017 Thor Miramar 37.1, with a 15 foot awning. Has anyone ever replaced the gas struts?. Is this something that should be done every 5 years or so, how would you know if it goes bad.

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No service interval. Replace them when you think it’s needed.
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