How do I know what gas strut I need?

Next… The General Rules

The Extended Length of Gas Strut = 60% of the Length of the Lid. So say the lid is 1000mm you would need: 600mm long gas strut. Extended Length: 600mm.
The Position of the Gas Strut on Lid = 20% of the Length of the Lid. So the Lid is 1000mm you would position your Gas Strut: 200mm.

Are gas struts measured open or closed?

The compressed length of a gas strut is when the gas strut is completely closed. Normally when the window or door is closed and can be measured pretty easily when a gas strut fails because it no longer has any Newton Meters (force) left in so the gas strut will be very easy to push closed.

What lengths do gas struts come in?

Our gas struts come in a variety of extended lengths from 10″ to 36″. Both extended and compressed lengths are measured from center of strut socket to center of strut socket. Our gas struts come in different forces. Your strut should have a Newton rating (i.e., 0500N) on it which can be converted to Pound-Force (lbf).

Can you adjust gas struts?

Adjustable Gas Springs Note that there is no approved way to increase the force on a gas strut as of yet, so always start out higher than you need, and slowly adjust downward from there.

How much does it cost to replace a pop top canvas?

The cost of replacing all of the canvas on standard pop-up campers will usually run between $1000-2000. On top of that cost, you can expect another $300-500 for a professional installation. Depending on the damage or overall quality of the canvas you have, you may not need to replace all of the sections.

How do you measure and fit gas struts?

How to Measure

Step 1 – Extended Length. Measure the gas strut from middle of end fitting to the middle of the end fitting when gas strut is fully extended.
Step 2 – Diameter. Measure across the Rod/Shaft.
Step 3 – Newton Meters or Force.
Step 4 – End Fittings.
Step 5 – Order your Gas Strut.

How big are the gas struts on a pop top caravan?

2 new Gas Struts, 825mm long between centres FULLY EXTENDED, pressure rating of 435N. These struts are most commonly found on “poptop” Caravans, including various Coromal and Jayco models. The struts come complete with new ball stud fittings, ready to bolt straight into place.

Where does the coromal silhouette 321 pop top caravan go?

Hi, we have recently purchased a Coromal Silhouette 321 pop top caravan, it came with an outside table, and I have seen pictures of these on the outside of the vans, but for the life of us we cannot work out where it goes or what it attaches to, are you able to help. Hi Linda.

What kind of struts do caravans use?

These struts are most commonly found on “poptop” Caravans, including various Coromal and Jayco models. The struts come complete with new ball stud fittings, ready to bolt straight into place.

How does a coromal pop top roof work?

When we had a Coromal Pop Top it didn’t have the usual levers at each end to lift the roof and at the time I had a crook shoulder so I fitted a set of the RV Air Lifters. They are absolutely fantastic, just a flick of the switch and 10 seconds later the roof was up.

Can you test the pop top roof struts?

Much of the time, you can’t test an individual strut unless you remove it. You would only know if the pop-top roof is getting hard to lift.

How big are the gas struts on a Jayco caravan?

4 new Gas Struts, 825mm long between centres FULLY EXTENDED, pressure rating of 330N. These struts are most commonly found on “poptop” Caravans, including various Coromal and Jayco models. The struts come complete with new ball stud fittings, ready to bolt straight into place.

Why is my caravan pop top so hard to lift?

Is your caravan pop-top getting hard to lift? It may well be the gas struts. Over time, gas struts lose their effectiveness and need to be re-charged, or replaced. Or on some older model pop-tops, the gas struts are non-existant – installing a set will make life a lot easier!

How do I know what gas strut I need?