Window Awning Spring Replacement

[mcduffm]

I need to replace, at least one, spring on my main slide out window awning. I haven't found any good information on the internet. I'm pretty handy and will try it anyway, but would appreciate any guidance for this task.

Thanks,
Jim

[hermanmullins]

Jim, folks need more information. Make and year of coach, make of awning, and as much more information you may have.

With this your are sure to get a lot of guidance.

Herman

[mcduffm]

The 11 foot window awning is an A&E brand and is on a 2000 Pace Arrow Vision. Hope this helps.

[dickandlois]

Jim, There a number of different model A and E awnings. So try this link and see if the model(s) looks like yours.

Got to start somewhere.

http://hmcclub.homestead.com/awning_replacement_instructions.pdf

Rich.

[mcduffm]

The awning is an A&E model 85060. Hope that helps.

Jim

[dickandlois]

Jim,

Your awning would be an 8500 series. These springs are loaded with a good amount of tension, so one needs to use caution when working with them !!

You may have a broken one and it would be unloaded, but do not get fooled ! They can weaken and still pack a punch.

Think safety when working on them!

Link to your part. You can see what they look like. The part numbers are there ID Number.

https://www.marksrv.com/aande_parts.htm

Right Torsion Spring=order #
3108399.035

Left Torsion Spring =order #
3108399.019

You might try these also.

http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/rv-awnings/a-e-rv-awning-8500-plus.htm

http://www.g4rvparts.com/AwningParts.html

Rich.

[kaypsmith]

As Rich warned, those springs can be dangerous!!!!!!!!!!

I use two pairs of visegrips to wind or unwind, also, there is a place to put a pin in, that will be removed when winding or unwinding, put that pin back in between bites of the pliers. Think safety.

Good luck, Kay