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06-12-2022, 09:35 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: Jasper
Posts: 8
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Are the friction door hinges adjustable?
My son decided, instead of my 38' PAID FOR Park Model FR Sandpiper, I needed a "brandnew, under warranty POS 29' keystone 290QB hideout"
I an crowding 75 and getting 'frail' and this 120lb minimum force to open, close, or move door is a bit problematic.
Said 'son' has better things to do than help.
The $400 new monthly payment prevents calling a Pro.
Are they adjustable, or do I have to replace them?
Thanks
Drew
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06-12-2022, 10:37 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Modesto
Posts: 20,314
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They do “wear in” after a number of times opening/closing the door. I don’t know the magic number.
They are not adjustable that I’m aware of.
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2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel.
Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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06-12-2022, 10:45 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Joppa, MD
Posts: 11,739
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crusty
My son decided, instead of my 38' PAID FOR Park Model FR Sandpiper, I needed a "brandnew, under warranty POS 29' keystone 290QB hideout"
I an crowding 75 and getting 'frail' and this 120lb minimum force to open, close, or move door is a bit problematic.
Said 'son' has better things to do than help.
The $400 new monthly payment prevents calling a Pro.
Are they adjustable, or do I have to replace them?
Thanks
Drew
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Yes I would consider replacing him. Oh, my bad, your talking about the door 
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Marshall
2012 Laredo 303 TG
2010 F250 LT Super Cab, long bed, 4X4, 6.4 Turbo Diesel
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06-12-2022, 11:02 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: W. Texas
Posts: 17,660
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Like Chuck said they do get easier the more they're used. Mine was hard to open/close when new but as time has passed it's now to the point a stiff breeze will push it around.
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Danny and Susan, wife of 56 years
2019 Ram 3500 Laramie CC SWB SB 6.4 4x4 4.10
2020 Montana High Country 331RL
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06-12-2022, 11:24 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: Jasper
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11 months, daily use, 12+ open/close cycles, plus whatever the dog wants with semi-regular oilings and very little improvement.
I just ordered non friction replacements fo $19 each plus shipping.
total $55 and change.
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06-12-2022, 11:39 AM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Modesto
Posts: 20,314
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Crusty
11 months, daily use, 12+ open/close cycles, plus whatever the dog wants with semi-regular oilings and very little improvement.
I just ordered non friction replacements fo $19 each plus shipping.
total $55 and change.
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Hinges? They are riveted in if I remember, post pics of the “fix”.
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2012 Copper Canyon 273FWRET being towed by a 1994 Ford F350 CC,LB,Dually diesel.
Airlift 5000 bags, Prodigy brake control, 5 gauges on the pillar.Used to tow a '97 Jayco 323RKS.
Now an RVIA registered tech. Retired from Law enforcement in 2008 after 25+ yrs.
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06-12-2022, 05:24 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Waco, Tx
Posts: 5,457
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sourdough
Like Chuck said they do get easier the more they're used. Mine was hard to open/close when new but as time has passed it's now to the point a stiff breeze will push it around.
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Yep. Me too in fact it'll slam shut and scare 😱 the bejesus out of you as you doze in the recliner while watching Grit 😁
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06-13-2022, 04:18 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2019
Location: Washington
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Couple drops of 3-1 oil each season keeps mine smooth. Take the little plugs out of the top and bottom hinges, on top, and oil. It’ll work it’s way down. Middle hinge is a normal hinge. Mine were so tight I could see the door flex and slamming was the only way to close it.
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 '15 F150 Ecoboost Maxtow Scab '19 Keystone Laredo 225MK
Days camped 2019-36, 2018-24, 2017-46, 2016 -56, 2015-33,
2014-47,
Years camping....54
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06-13-2022, 05:37 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Norwood, CO
Posts: 678
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German Shepherd Guy 
2018 Keystone 26RBPR
2014 Suburban 2500, 6L with 3.73 rear
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