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06-06-2020, 02:45 PM
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Grace the Airstream
2020 27' Globetrotter
Powhatan
, Virginia
Join Date: Sep 2019
Posts: 177
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Brilliant. Thanks a ton for the schematic and part number.
So much happier that this stays up by itself now. 
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06-07-2020, 04:43 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2020 25' Globetrotter
Los Gatos
, California
Join Date: Jul 2017
Posts: 415
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Two came in box so used both
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2016 450 GL, EazLift Elite 1000
Renogy 400 watts and 100 suitcase, 30/100MPPT, Victron 712, 6V Duracells
Honda 2200 propane, Weboost Drive X, EEZ TMS
Traded in 2016 Sport 16, 2019 Sport 22
As they say, third AS is what to buy first
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06-20-2020, 12:47 PM
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1 Rivet Member 
2023 30' Classic
Sioux Falls
, South Dakota
Join Date: Sep 2017
Posts: 18
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Quote:
Originally Posted by winedog
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Hey Winedog -
Thanks for the sketch. Just installed it and works great.
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Thomas
2022 RAM 2500 HD Diesel
WBCCI 06370
Region 10
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07-08-2020, 07:28 PM
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Rivet Master 
1963 22' Safari
2020 27' Globetrotter
State of
, Washington
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 2,512
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Just finished the install. Works great, thank you so much!
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Scott & Megan
VAC LIBRARIAN WBCCI 8671
1963 Safari from the 1963-64 Around the World Caravan
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08-07-2020, 08:03 AM
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3 Rivet Member 
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Lawn Guyland
, New York
Join Date: Jun 2016
Posts: 144
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Gas struts installed on cabinet door above fridge
Quote:
Originally Posted by BobAndStella
I really wanted to do this; but discovered that the height of this cabinet on our 2017 FBT FC is only 8 1/4”. So it won’t work. Still looking for a similar solution.
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We also have a smaller cabinet in our 2017 FC25 FBQ - the struts will work they just have to be attached a little further back into the cabinet. You can see from my picture the first location closer to the front of the cabinet; the piston closed on itself when attached there and would not allow the door to swing shut. The further back location for the base works perfectly.
Came across a video on general installation of struts recommending the piston extend from the bottom so that there is a little dampening effect as the door swings upwards. Attached at the door and then used a block of wood against the extended piston to find the sweet spot where the piston will compress but still allow the door to close fully. This door is so light that only on piston is needed from what I can tell.
Now need advice on how to plug the holes from the mistaken first location. Or just keep our barware up there and you can’t see it . . .
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WBCCI - 29375
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08-07-2020, 08:30 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
Santa Fe Springs
, California
Join Date: May 2018
Posts: 33
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The previous owner of my 25FB added the strut and I like it!
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02-06-2021, 08:24 AM
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Registered User
2016 28' International
Birmingham
, Alabama
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 119
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I understand that AS now installs gas struts on bathroom cabinets.
My 2016 28 RBQ does not have them. Does any
Have the spec for the strut AS uses on newer models
Of the 28RBQ?
Thanks
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04-30-2023, 03:40 PM
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1 Rivet Member
2020 22' Bambi
Baton Rouge
, Louisiana
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 12
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I know this is an old post, but curious if you used the 7 or 10 inch strut.
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05-01-2023, 07:36 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 27' Globetrotter
McHenry
, Illinois
Join Date: Apr 2018
Posts: 2,203
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10”, 10# unit
Quote:
Originally Posted by 69Westy
I know this is an old post, but curious if you used the 7 or 10 inch strut.
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I just checked my Amazon order history and found it was for a 10”, 10 pound unit. See my post #20 for a photo of the install.
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2019 27’ Globetrotter FBT Walnut/Dublin Slate
2018 FC23FB
2019 Ram 2500 6.4 Hemi Laramie Blue Ox 1000#
WBCCI# 10258
RETIRED! 
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05-01-2023, 08:29 PM
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1 Rivet Member
2020 22' Bambi
Baton Rouge
, Louisiana
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 12
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Thanks!
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05-02-2023, 07:42 AM
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New Member
2014 25' FB International
american canyon
, California
Join Date: Nov 2017
Posts: 3
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The struts I used are 7 inches long when closed.
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05-02-2023, 07:47 AM
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Winedog
2014 25' FB International
Walla Walla
, Washington
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 26
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Yes, they are 7” struts.
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05-02-2023, 07:48 AM
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Rivet Master 
2017 26' Flying Cloud
Tampa
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 7,656
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I bought these based on a recommendation from an Airstreamer on FB. I plan to only use one at the rear, so the access is clear in the front.
Where they're needed is the door above the fridge that opens up.
Apexstone 80N/18lb 7 Inch Gas Strut 80N Gas Strut 7 Inch Gas Strut Cabinet 80N Gas Spring Gas Shocks Lift Supports Lid Stay, Set of 2
Amazon.
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09-10-2023, 05:02 PM
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Some Guy
1968 26' Overlander
2021 25' Globetrotter
Nashville
, Tennessee
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 409
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Quote:
Originally Posted by winedog
This is an easy project. It is slightly frustrating to access the overhead cabinet when the door won’t stay up.
I used a gas strut made by Apexstone - 45N/10lb available on Amazon.
Position of the strut is crucial or the door won’t close. Here are the measurements:
Top of strut: mount the bracket 3 inches from top of door, and 5/8” in from the side
Bottom of strut: mount the bracket 1 inch from bottom of door and 1 inch in from the side
Attachment 336406 |
What length strut did you use? I followed um the diagram with a 10” strut and I’m getting no lift distance - I’m thinking I need a much longer strut
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Nashville, Tennessee
1968 26' Overlander
2019 RAM PowerWagon TV-Petrol Hemi
WBCCI # 22342
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