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02-13-2018, 11:49 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Oregon
Posts: 16
THOR #10697
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coach entry door strut connection
Hi, Vegas 25.2 The attachment for the gas strut door closer is very loose and feels like it's going to fail soon. I tried to remove the aluminum threshold molding that it's attached to. (removed only visible screws). it's stuck.... doesn't move in the slightest. tried screwdriver to pry it off but don't want to bend it. Need to access under this part to tighten or replace the attachment point for the strut..... anybody have any experience with this?"
[IMG]photos.google.com/photo/AF1QipOyu-LP_pWulKYBPhbH34mgwfjZJWGI9KugAdIZ[/IMG]
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02-14-2018, 12:04 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: A.C.E 29.3
State: Ohio
Posts: 613
THOR #1620
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Mine comes unscrewed all the time. On mine the end on the threshold is just a ball and socket, I just pop the little black metal band up and you can pull it off. If you have any loctite apply it to the thread and reinstall.
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2014 Honda CRV Toad
Ohio FMCA 317123
Camping World Indianapolis, worst dealer EVER experienced
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02-14-2018, 12:12 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Vegas 24.1
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 1,468
THOR #2601
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Mine comes loose too. I've probably reattached it about 6 times since buying the RV new in Aug 2015. Mine just screws back in to a small ball socket.
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Ed & Bev Felker
Retired USAF Col and retired Nurse
Traveling with Lily & Bella ('Teddy Bear' breed)
2015 Vegas 24.1 (E-350)
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02-14-2018, 12:22 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Oregon
Posts: 16
THOR #10697
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Is it just the arm coming off the ball? or the ball coming out of the threshold?
Link to photo of threshold showing ball and arm attached
https://photos.google.com/photo/AF1Q...DIUGzCUF99L3-R
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02-14-2018, 12:37 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Miramar 34.4
State: Iowa
Posts: 796
THOR #4488
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I removed mine within 2 months of purchase. I hated the way it worked in the wind and the pressure it put on the door. I put on a door stop to protect the RV and have never regretted it.
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02-14-2018, 12:51 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Vegas 24.1
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 1,468
THOR #2601
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On mine it is the arm unscrewing from the ball. I just position the door so the arm lines up with the hole in the ball and then screw the rod back on the threads in the ball. Never had a problem with the ball coming loose from under the threshold.
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Ed & Bev Felker
Retired USAF Col and retired Nurse
Traveling with Lily & Bella ('Teddy Bear' breed)
2015 Vegas 24.1 (E-350)
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02-14-2018, 12:52 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Oregon
Posts: 16
THOR #10697
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What kind of stop that didn't interfere with the awning
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02-19-2018, 01:41 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Miramar 34.4
State: Florida
Posts: 307
THOR #9721
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Miramar Owner
I removed mine within 2 months of purchase. I hated the way it worked in the wind and the pressure it put on the door. I put on a door stop to protect the RV and have never regretted it.
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Hey I've just had my entry door strut pop off the ball stud on the step plate. I knew it was just a matter of time before this was going to happen. Can you show me what you did on your 34.4? Where you placed the door stop and the particular door stop you used. Thank you
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Russ Sanderlin
USMC Veteran
2017 Miramar 34.4
RV Travel Bug
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02-19-2018, 02:25 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,132
THOR #3761
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We did the same, picture below of the door stop and the hook as attached to the door and the body next to the “doggy window.”
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John
2016 Thor Hurricane 35C with pups Piper and Annabelle
2013 Ford Fiesta toad
FMCA - F457085
Blog - https://traversity.us
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02-19-2018, 02:39 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Miramar 34.4
State: Iowa
Posts: 796
THOR #4488
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I'm sorry, my coach is in storage so I can't get a picture but this is the description:
Shepherd 9568 2-3/16" White Cushion Door Stops, 2 Count
I purchased it from Walmart for less than $5. It is s simple peal and stick application and has been on the side of the coach for over a year. I positioned it to line up with the handle of the door. It allows the door to swing all the way open, flush enough with the coach, wind doesn't catch it and blow it shut.
My only regret is I didn't do this the day I brought the rig home.
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02-19-2018, 03:51 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Miramar 34.4
State: Florida
Posts: 307
THOR #9721
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Miramar Owner
My only regret is I didn't do this the day I brought the rig home.
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I'm sold! Did you end up removing the stud from the step plate or just leave it there?
I noticed on the Tiffin Open Road, they use these a bump stop so the door opens all the way. Similar to the Airstreams, they use a latch system to keep the door open.
Thank you!
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Russ Sanderlin
USMC Veteran
2017 Miramar 34.4
RV Travel Bug
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02-19-2018, 01:21 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Miramar 34.4
State: Iowa
Posts: 796
THOR #4488
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I opted against the type that holds the door open because, knowing me, I was afraid I would run into it. I thought I could add the type that latches the door back later but have never found it necessary. The wind just doesn't catch the door when it is open all the way back to the coach.
I left the little ball on the base plate in place. It is not in the road when entering/exiting the RV.
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02-19-2018, 03:27 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Miramar 34.4
State: Florida
Posts: 307
THOR #9721
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Miramar Owner
I opted against the type that holds the door open because, knowing me, I was afraid I would run into it. I thought I could add the type that latches the door back later but have never found it necessary. The wind just doesn't catch the door when it is open all the way back to the coach.
I left the little ball on the base plate in place. It is not in the road when entering/exiting the RV.
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I was thinking something along these lines. This is what the Tiffin coaches use to keep their doors open in combination with a bump stop.
Thank you for the wisdom
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USMC Veteran
2017 Miramar 34.4
RV Travel Bug
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02-19-2018, 03:51 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,132
THOR #3761
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tearstone
I was thinking something along these lines. This is what the Tiffin coaches use to keep their doors open in combination with a bump stop.
Thank you for the wisdom
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That is what we added to our coach, except made of plastic. As far as the door not blowing around with the wind, we like the door latch as we have had the door blow shut when not using it. It also has the effect of acting as a "stand-off" so the door has no opportunity to bang against the side.
The original round stud is still there, we didn't remove it. It doesn't interfere with anything else.
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John
2016 Thor Hurricane 35C with pups Piper and Annabelle
2013 Ford Fiesta toad
FMCA - F457085
Blog - https://traversity.us
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02-19-2018, 03:53 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Miramar 34.4
State: Florida
Posts: 307
THOR #9721
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jpmihalk
That is what we added to our coach, except made of plastic. As far as the door not blowing around with the wind, we like the door latch as we have had the door blow shut when not using it. It also has the effect of acting as a "stand-off" so the door has no opportunity to bang against the side.
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Would you be able to link me to what you are using or a picture? Thank you!
Is this what you are using? http://www.campingworld.com/3-1-2-in...colonial-white
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Russ Sanderlin
USMC Veteran
2017 Miramar 34.4
RV Travel Bug
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02-19-2018, 04:29 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,132
THOR #3761
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tearstone
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Yes, that is exactly what we are using except in black, to match our trim package. Note that there are different lengths available (some are longer to hold door open at more of an angle.)
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John
2016 Thor Hurricane 35C with pups Piper and Annabelle
2013 Ford Fiesta toad
FMCA - F457085
Blog - https://traversity.us
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02-19-2018, 04:33 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,132
THOR #3761
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2016 Thor Hurricane 35C with pups Piper and Annabelle
2013 Ford Fiesta toad
FMCA - F457085
Blog - https://traversity.us
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02-19-2018, 04:38 PM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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We had one of those plastic door holders on our 5th wheel. After about 5-7 years they do get brittle from UV and tend to break (just mentioning that you may want to keep in mind that you'll have to replace it after a while).
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02-19-2018, 04:38 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Miramar 34.4
State: Florida
Posts: 307
THOR #9721
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Thank you for the pics!
Were you a bit nervous about drilling holes in the side of the RV? Does it seem pretty sturdy?
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Russ Sanderlin
USMC Veteran
2017 Miramar 34.4
RV Travel Bug
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02-19-2018, 04:51 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: South Dakota
Posts: 1,132
THOR #3761
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tearstone
Thank you for the pics!
Were you a bit nervous about drilling holes in the side of the RV? Does it seem pretty sturdy?
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It works pretty well. I do expect as Chance said that it will become brittle over time, but everything breaks and you just roll with it.
As far as drilling holes, we have done some pretty extensive mods (especially on the roof!) and as long as you use Dicor or some sealant, you should be just fine. I used clear silicone caulk for this project. That doesn't mean we aren't nervous about drilling into the RV, but doing a little research and using a good stud finder helps. You also just have to hope there aren't wires or plumbing lines behind where you want to drill. (Not much chance of that in the door or near the front window frame.)
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2016 Thor Hurricane 35C with pups Piper and Annabelle
2013 Ford Fiesta toad
FMCA - F457085
Blog - https://traversity.us
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