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Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

I Ned to replace the cord on my spring operated reel (it's red). The cord is damaged about 4' from the reel for about 3 or 4 ft. Is there any thing I should be aware of prior to opening the cover on the reel? Things with springs can be scary sometimes!

I have also been having problems with the reel stoping when I pull it out. Both stoping on the way out and then not being able to stop it from retrieving when I extend it.

Any information on this would be appreciated. Thanks, Phil        
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #1 –
 I have had the water line one apart and nothing really difficult except to say when off do not pull cord off as that "loads" the spring up. Sounds like the little metal "dog" is causing your problems and to get to it you do have to dissasemble. If you can manage with a shorter cable why not just pull out what is damaged and cut that section off and reattach the plug?
John H
Coachless, now use aircraft. 2003 Ford Travelair TC280 class C. Super shape. Just for 1 yr .
1994 Ford E350 ClassC,total renovation inside and out. Now sold.
2000 U295  36' Cummins 350 c/w Banks Stinger, Resonator upgrade,Solar, LED lites.Residential fridge with slide out pantry. Build 5674. Sold
ex 92 GV 022C ored Cummins. Sold
ex 95 GV240 cat 3116. Sold
2017 Mini cooper s & 2016 land Rover LR2 HSE  LUX.
jhaygarth@aol.com    SKP #130098
treat everyone as you would like to be.

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #2 –
I frequently use the full length of the wire. So I don't want to make it any shorter.

As for the "dog" how complicated is it to get into the area and what am I looking for?
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #3 –
We carry an extension. There's no problem with the cord on the reel. Just some sites need all the wire we have.

best, paul
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I frequently use the full length of the wire. So I don't want to make it any shorter.

As for the "dog" how complicated is it to get into the area and what am I looking for?

1999 U320
2009 Saturn Vue
Miami Fla
1999 U320 40' 1200 watts on roof. 12cf AC/DC Cold plate fridge/freezer. VMS 240 CL Honda Element

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #4 –
Power Cord & Light Reels (Series L4000, L5000 & L7000) On Reelcraft Industries,

look at the website instructions.
John H
Coachless, now use aircraft. 2003 Ford Travelair TC280 class C. Super shape. Just for 1 yr .
1994 Ford E350 ClassC,total renovation inside and out. Now sold.
2000 U295  36' Cummins 350 c/w Banks Stinger, Resonator upgrade,Solar, LED lites.Residential fridge with slide out pantry. Build 5674. Sold
ex 92 GV 022C ored Cummins. Sold
ex 95 GV240 cat 3116. Sold
2017 Mini cooper s & 2016 land Rover LR2 HSE  LUX.
jhaygarth@aol.com    SKP #130098
treat everyone as you would like to be.

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #5 –
I use a little WD40 on the dog when it starts hanging up.
Regards,
Brett

'99 42' Foretravel Xtreme
'14 Brown Motorsports Stacker
'05 Chevy SSR
'02 BMW R1150R

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #6 –
I am finally getting around to the cord replacement. I ordered a 50 amp RV cord on Amazon and now that I have removed my old cord I see that it is 6/4 with soft playable copper strands and soft jacket. It is the picture with the white letters. The new replacement cord (made in china) has markings that say 6 AWG and 8 AWG. It is smaller diameter with harder copper strands and jacket. The romex that is in the coach is #6/3 anyway.

Any thoughts on whether I should use this or find something more like what was on the reel?
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #7 –
If it were me I would look for the same type that was originally there.

Toland
1993 U280 4341
2010 Jeep Liberty
The Pied Pipers

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #8 –
If the Amazon cord has molded male & female ends, it can be used as a 50-amp extension cable. The photo of cord rating does not show 6 & 8 awg.

I see no reason why your Amazon cord cannot be used on your reel, if it rolls up ok. Usually #6 & #8 on the same 50-amp cable means black, red, white hot & neutral as #6 and green ground as #8, which is ok for your coach.

What is wrong with your original cord? New male 50-amp plug can be attached to an existing cord if the original plug is the problem.

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #9 –
I would certainly see how the new cord handles when it is very cold (down about freezing).  Some can get so stiff you can hardly get them to go on the reel.  Find a frig or freezer to chill it in if you're not in Ohio like we are :))

Rich
Rich and Peggy Bowman
2002 U270 3610 WTFS, build #5939--"Freedom"
2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 4xe
SMI AirForceOne brake system
PakCanoe 15

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #10 –
The original cord is damaged. I spent a couple hours searching online and it is difficult to tell what you will get if you order a replacement. I may call fore travel monday and see what they have. One advantage to using the new one is the smaller diameter. The old one was very tight where it connected to the reel and it would rub on the top if the roll was not staggered on the retrieve.
1999 U320
Mount Dora Fl

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #11 –
Take your old cord to a good electric supply house and tell them you want the same wire in the number of feet you need,most likely it will be 6/4 SO cord.
The selected media item is not currently available.Bill&Doris 97 U270 36'
University of Parris Island Class of 66
Semper Fi  Build# 5174 MC#17094

Re: Power cord reel on my 1999 U320

Reply #12 –
Bill has it right, any electrical supply can sell you the cord cheaper than the ready made.  You will pay a premium for GOOD ends, I recently had to replace the male 50AMP and it was 50 bucks so plan accordingly.
Gary B