Entry Door Strut Bracket type?

[Mr.GaryX]

I have a 2021 GEORGETOWN 36K7. The door bracket for the strut broke. I can not find the part or a picture of the part that looks like mine. I am hoping someone out there can help me. I want to find the same bracket.

I have attached my picture of it.

[bikendan]

Moved thread from the Tech and Repair section to the Motorhome section's Georgetown sub-forum for better help from other Georgetown owners and possible factory support.

[cmulvey]

I don't have a picture of one but there is normally just a ball the is part of your mount (is apparently missing on yours.) The strut presses down over the ball.

[ForestGump34DS]

Originally Posted by Mr.GaryX

I have a 2021 GEORGETOWN 36K7. The door bracket for the strut broke. I can not find the part or a picture of the part that looks like mine. I am hoping someone out there can help me. I want to find the same bracket.

I have attached my picture of it.

If you call FR with your VIN # they can point you in the right direction....I have the same bracket and it's on it's last leg too !!! Please post your info after talking to FR.....

Georgetown Parts
Kathy 574-206-7617

Georgetown Service and Warranty Center
574- 206-7600

[JoePK]

Hello, have you tried taking the bracket off and look where the ball stud used to be? You should be able to remove the remaining broken part, and screw in a new 10mm ball stud. Most auto part stores have them in stock or go with an online vendor. Usually cost around $6 for a two pack.

[NXR]

Originally Posted by JoePK

Hello, have you tried taking the bracket off and look where the ball stud used to be? You should be able to remove the remaining broken part, and screw in a new 10mm ball stud. Most auto part stores have them in stock or go with an online vendor. Usually cost around $6 for a two pack.

Great thought. Mine is really loose. Thanks!

Ray

[realshelby]

Well, at least you have a supporting bracket. My '23 36D7 only has the ball studs going into the threshold and into bottom of door.
broke loose twice already.
I done what I can to reinforce the poor design and workmanship, but next up is a tether strap to limit how far it opens.

[David-NJ]

McMaster-Carr always a good source to find small parts. Use them all the time at work, sometimes they can be a bit pricey but usually have items in stock and can ship the same day.

https://www.mcmaster.com/products/~/...or+strut+mount

[NXR]

If you have about 8" between the upper set of hinges on the door and about 8" between the lower set of hinges on the door then consider using Lippert's friction hinges.

FR has changed the door a few times so I don't know what you have. At least a few people with a later GT7 had to drill out the rivets on an upper hinge and on a lower hinge and replace it with the friction hinges.

Ours just went between the two sets.

Ray

[Mr.GaryX]

Originally Posted by ForestGump34DS

If you call FR with your VIN # they can point you in the right direction....I have the same bracket and it's on it's last leg too !!! Please post your info after talking to FR.....

Georgetown Parts
Kathy 574-206-7617

Georgetown Service and Warranty Center
574- 206-7600

Thank you for the suggestion and the phone numbers. I will give them a call.

[Mr.GaryX]

Originally Posted by JoePK

Hello, have you tried taking the bracket off and look where the ball stud used to be? You should be able to remove the remaining broken part, and screw in a new 10mm ball stud. Most auto part stores have them in stock or go with an online vendor. Usually cost around $6 for a two pack.

It would be great if it is that easy! I will try to remove the bracket and see if it is a screw-in type or not.

[Jc4ut]

Originally Posted by David-NJ

McMaster-Carr always a good source to find small parts. Use them all the time at work, sometimes they can be a bit pricey but usually have items in stock and can ship the same day.

https://www.mcmaster.com/products/~/...or+strut+mount

I checked into this type and the ball a set to far back to work. You need one with the ball in the middle of the bracket because the ball is where the screw holes should be. The arm of the shock hits the door on the suggested part also
At least it won’t work in the 2022 36D7
And the screw holes don’t line up either on this suggested part

Jimbo

[realshelby]

Originally Posted by Jc4ut

I checked into this type and the ball a set to far back to work. You need one with the ball in the middle of the bracket because the ball is where the screw holes should be. The arm of the shock hits the door on the suggested part also
At least it won’t work in the 2022 36D7
And the screw holes don’t line up either on this suggested part

Jimbo

My 36D7 does not have room for a bracket like pictured earlier either. In fact that problem is what made the strut fall off the second day I had mine home. It has no clearance, and hitting the door threshold plate tears it loose. I.....made more room for the strut head by peening down the threshold plate where it was going to rub.

[Mr.GaryX]

Originally Posted by JoePK

Hello, have you tried taking the bracket off and look where the ball stud used to be? You should be able to remove the remaining broken part, and screw in a new 10mm ball stud. Most auto part stores have them in stock or go with an online vendor. Usually cost around $6 for a two pack.

I removed the bracket and it just sits flat on the step. Then I thought I could drill a hole in the spot of the ball stud and get a long screw ball stud with a washer and screw it in from the underside. Unfortunately, the steps are blocking, and the thought of removing them to replace the ball stud does not sound worth it to me.

Thanks for the suggestion.

[newer]

Here you go:

https://www.amazon.com/Mounting-Brac.../dp/B08MWK6DBF

I suggest that you R&R the strut at the same time.

[Jc4ut]

Originally Posted by newer

Here you go:

https://www.amazon.com/Mounting-Brac.../dp/B08MWK6DBF

I suggest that you R&R the strut at the same time.

Like I stated these will not work. The 10mm ball stud HAS to be in the middle of the bracket otherwise the shock will hit the door. I tried!!!

And the bracket on the left in the picture sits up too high.


Jimbo

[newer]

Originally Posted by Jc4ut

Like I stated these will not work. The 10mm ball stud HAS to be in the middle of the bracket otherwise the shock will hit the door. I tried!!!

And the bracket on the left in the picture sits up too high.


Jimbo

I believe that it will work. You just have to relocate/move the mounting position vs using the original mounting holes that FR made/uses.

Otherwise you will have to contact FR and order them from their parts department if it is still available .

[Mr BB]

Gary; I found the manufacturer I also need the mount on the door.
https://www.hibshman.com/products maybe they will know more. I will try to call tomorrow
Bracket #169 for door I dont have # for one on coach

[Mr BB]

Stupid me I didnt see post 8 and 12 well any way found the one on the door



Anyway called and they do not deal directly to consumers but gave me the company that handles their brackets. here is the link for outside bracket
https://www.mcmaster.com/products/ba...l-length~0-78/ Around $22 with shipping


Billy