hpcbmw
Advanced Member
I've got a 1997 Granby. A couple years ago ATC installed a set of 40 lb lift struts to help with lifting the roof. I've since installed a solar panel to the front section of the roof. I didn't weigh it, but I suspect it weighs about 35 lbs. Now, it's very hard to lift the front of the roof. I'm going to buy heavier lift struts, but wondering how heavy i should go? I called ATC and they didn't have any suggestions, saying the max they install is 40lb struts, but also saying that heavier struts should not be a problem with the frame of the roof.
Should I go to 60 lbs or 80 lbs up front? The back still lifts just fine, but the front is really difficult to lift, especially when the bed is slid out, and I can't get under the wooden cross brace on the ceiling that I'm told is where your shoulder should go to lift the front panel. Plus, I'm not too tall, so I don't have as much leverage as a 6 footer would have.
Thanks!
Should I go to 60 lbs or 80 lbs up front? The back still lifts just fine, but the front is really difficult to lift, especially when the bed is slid out, and I can't get under the wooden cross brace on the ceiling that I'm told is where your shoulder should go to lift the front panel. Plus, I'm not too tall, so I don't have as much leverage as a 6 footer would have.
Thanks!