How To Wind The Torsion Springs On An Rv Awning

It s best to check your rv awning manual to determine the number of turns you ll.

How to wind the torsion springs on an rv awning.

Roll the awning all the way out to full extension. Standing at the front of the awning and facing the rear you need to rotate the front awning leg counter clockwise. Step 2 wind the spring. This helps hold everything in place.

Use an electric drill and a 3 8 inch drill. Hold the drill at a 45 degree angle inside the groove. Drill a hole two inches from the end of the awning tube inside the groove. I wish to stress again that when attempting rv awning repair the spring pressure must be controlled at all times.

Pin the opposite awning spring with a cotter pin. Here s the recommended number of turns but keep in mind the older the assembly the more likely you ll have to add one or two more. Since this is the side with the ratchet catch the awning might try to roll up on you some just tell your helper to hold it tighter.