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front generator door spring lifts

Need to replace the two springlift shocks on the genny front door. SL-20, 091/095, 601-387-8114 are the only numbers I find. The ball sockets are larger than the side doors? Brad sent me two from FT but they were the small sockets and wouldn't work. Any help would be appreciated. I don't know the poundage. Rear door for engine were 120lbs look like 13 closed and 20 extended overall
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #1 –
It is easier to change the balls at this point rather than changing the strut.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #2 –
The struts are weak, so I have to change them. I've changed every strut but these on the entire coach
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #3 –
The struts Brad sent you are correct except the balls? Then use the right size balls for them. Or I don't understand your issue.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #4 –
All the balls should be 10 mm
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #5 –
Yep. My front hood is the only strut balls on the entire coach that are larger the 10mm. I'll try to find 10mm balls and replace them. Maybe FT ran out that week
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #6 –
I just ordered a bunch of them. I can send you a pair if you want.
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #7 –
I did the same project 14mos ago, which I posted here. Found exact replacements, 135lb suspa brand C16-08376. 2 for $25.
Fot had them, but i saved with free Amazon shipping. Had a helper, and used a 30in pipe clamp with dimpled drill bit ends.
Safety glasses,a must, good luck.
Tom Shannon
Ham Radio W7OT
1996 u295 (SOLD)
2007 Kia Spectra Ex 5spd (kiki)
Now in Apt

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #8 –
Super Saltfevr. Just ordered them
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #9 –
I have the same ones
Richard & Betty Bark & Keiko our Golden Doodle
2003 U320T 3820 PBDS
Build # 6215
MC # 16926
2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4X4 diesel

Re: front generator door spring lifts

Reply #10 –
Ok. Bought 4, 10mm ball studs to replace my larger ones and ordered the 135lb struts saltfevr recommended. Work great although they have the snap on clamps, not the wire clamps to secure them.  I used straps to pull the strut down an inch or so and then held the hood all the way up and popped them on. Do one side at a time, not both at once. Heavy hood!!!
Thanks for the help. It pops open as soon as I pull the hood latch. Very nice. I've now replaced every strut on the coach. Shout out to Brad at FT. He helped a bunch
1996 U295-36, Cummins 300hp, 8.3. Build number 4864. Vin number 1F97D536XTNO54271. Purchased October 31, 2019.