Now that everything is in place for the cotter pin to be inserted you will first need to wind the spring by the number of turns that is suited for your rv awning model or brand and in the direction indicated in your tube s end cap.
How to wind the torsion springs on an rv awning.
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.
Standing at the front of the awning and facing the rear you need to rotate the front awning leg counter clockwise.
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.
Use an electric drill and a 3 8 inch drill.
Step 2 wind the spring.
Roger it depends on the age of the torsion assemblies and if you add the windings while the awning is in the travel position or the extended position.
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.
It s best to check your rv awning manual to determine the number of turns you ll.
Roll the awning all the way out to full extension.
Pin the opposite awning spring with a cotter pin.