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Source for gas springs for cabinet doors?

I found a few new gas springs in our coach so I started replacing the old springs which will not keep the cabinet doors open.  They all need replacing, for not one door stays open on its' own.  I need to order at least 28 more springs, so I got the Suspa part number (C16-21696) and got on-line to Suspa.  I quickly got off-line when I saw that they are $95 each, but only $55 each if I order 26 or more springs!

Where do you go to get replacement gas springs?  Suddenly I miss the tambor doors in my old U-240! 

Glen
Glen Kenney
Colmesneil, Tx
Former owner of
1997 40' U320
Build # 5099

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Reply #1 –
Foretravel Parts.  <$10.00  Ask if they are going on sale soon?  They usually sale price them once or twice a year..
We are only strangers until we meet; however, some of us are stranger than others

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Reply #2 –
Thanks Jeff.  I guess I'm surprised that the price from Foretravel is comparatively low.  My experience has been that the parts from FOT are normally more expensive, but sometimes they are the only game in town.  I just did that with a hard-to-find fluorescent bulb that I couldn't find locally.  I found it on line for about $12, but I bought it at FOT for $34 because they had it in stock.

I'll check with them soon.

Thanks,
Glen
Glen Kenney
Colmesneil, Tx
Former owner of
1997 40' U320
Build # 5099

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Reply #3 –
Just received some from Foretravel this week $ 9.85 each Foretravel part number is P37559 They are SUSPA.
Craig Wickham
1997 U295 36 Ft.

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Reply #4 –
+1 on FOT parts for the struts.  We've shopped around several times and they have the best version of the struts/gas springs for a competitive price.
Learn every day, but especially from the experiences of others. It's cheaper!  - John C. Bogle

2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320

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Reply #5 –
I agree, FT for struts especially on sale.  Pick them up or have somebody pick them up at the factory if possibe to save on shipping.  If you have to ship buy plenty.  I don't think FT does you any favors on shipping.  And get your Motorcade discount.  MOT might match price, ask.

There were many doors on my coach that had two struts. One new one seemed to do the job.  So now I have several spares.  Be sure to mark the new ones so you know which is which if they are mixed.

And check all of the screws on the hinges.  They get loose over time.  If you take them out and but a small drop of carpenters glue in the screw and then put it back in snugly it will hold.  Sort of like loc-tite for wood.
Roger Engdahl and Susan Green
2001 U320 3610 #5879 (Home2) - 2014 Jeep Cherokee or 2018 F150
Hastings, MN

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Reply #6 –
Quote from: Roger & Susan in Home2 –
There were many doors on my coach that had two struts. One new one seemed to do the job. 

Watch that carefully!  During the short period of time we had Encore-purchased struts, we used only one per side and ended up with a couple of doors that needed adjustment afterwards.  Uneven stress on the hinges....
Learn every day, but especially from the experiences of others. It's cheaper!  - John C. Bogle

2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320

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Reply #7 –
Thanks, Michelle,  I am three 1/2 years into new struts now with no hinge issues that I see.  Most of the front overhead doors have two struts.  They get used a lot.  BR overheads have one.  If the struts from Encore were too strong that might lead to the hinge issues even if you have them on both sides.  I got all of mine at FT when they were on sale.
Roger Engdahl and Susan Green
2001 U320 3610 #5879 (Home2) - 2014 Jeep Cherokee or 2018 F150
Hastings, MN

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Reply #8 –
Glen,

I find the FT Parts are usually reasonable, and buy from them to support the business.  If you search the posts, there are many who have searched far and wide for a part, only to find it in stock at FT.
Regards,
Brett

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

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Reply #9 –
Quote from: amos.harrison –
Glen,

I find the FT Parts are usually reasonable, and buy from them to support the business.  If you search the posts, there are many who have searched far and wide for a part, only to find it in stock at FT.

Brett, I totally agree with the part about supporting the business.  I buy most of my stuff locally for just that reason, rather than shopping on-line.  Now if I can't find what I need locally, then I can usually find it at Amazon.  However, if I need a lot of a item, such as 28 more struts, my cheapskate side kicks in and I shop for the low price.

I'm going to Eureka Springs on my Goldwing tomorrow.  It's nice on a motorcycle this time of year.  Fire up the Beemer and come along.

Glen
Glen Kenney
Colmesneil, Tx
Former owner of
1997 40' U320
Build # 5099

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Reply #10 –
Glen,

I'd love to.  I'm in New England, leaving for the SSR National Rally in Springfield, IL next week.
Regards,
Brett

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

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Reply #11 –
+1 more on FOT for struts - they probably buy them by the whole lotta qty, and get a better price, straight from Manufacturer.
Tim Fiedler    2025 LTV Unity MBL on Order
2000 Chevy Tracker 2 Door Convertible 4WD Now lifted 4.5"
1985 Citroen 2CV6 Charleston
Murphy Rebel on wheels with 175HP Titan
Cessna P337
1980 48' Westport MY (!/4 Share)

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Reply #12 –
Whenever I install a new strut, I put the new one in with the push rod pointed up.  Then I can see which is new or old on any door with two struts.  I often have found only one strut will have failed.  Of course marking them works as well.  I too try to support FOT for parts.
Dave Cobb
Buckhorn Lake Resort The Club, #6202, Kerrville TX
check the map.  I do rent it out when I am traveling!
2001, U320, 36' #5887, in Kerrville, FT Club #17006, (7/23 to present)
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Summit, white
EX: 98 U295, 36' #5219, (mid door), (4/13-10/23)
EX: 93 U225, 36' (4/11 to 4/13)

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Reply #13 –
Looked everywhere for these struts and always back to Foretravel parts.  They are the cheapest and with your motorcade discount can't be beat the price anywhere if you can find.  I looked and looked.
Dan & Shirley Stansel
2002 U295 4020 AGDS Build#6054
Towing Buick Enclave & M &  G Braking
Emerald Bay, Lake Palestine, Texas
MC# 16650