Screen door 'string' broken - door is taped in open position - what are our options?

JP2558
JP2558 Member Posts: 240

2018 320-CS, the string running at the bottom broke, the door is unusable and has duct tape holding it in place. What are our options? Can we repair it ourselves or is it better to contact a dealer and order a new one? And if so can we install it ourselves or should we have our local RV repair guy do it for us?


Thanks for the input!


Thanks, Jerry 
 
2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.

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  • ScottG
    ScottG Administrator Posts: 5,662

    Yes, the screen door can be repaired--though some here would consider you crazy for attempting it! :-)

    It does require some thoughtful planning and careful attention to detail.. I've restrung mine twice, and a third time is pending. At present my bottom string is broken within the screen, but the effect on door operation is minimal so I've been procrastinating.

    Do a search for "screen door" and you'll find several relevant discussions. Look them over and if it's something you want to tackle please chime in with any questions.

    Removing and replacing the door unit is simple. Remove two screws in the upper corner and two more buried in the lower track. Then you can pull the entire frame up and away from the wall.. You will need to do this regardless of whether you repair or replace the door.

    2015 T@B Max S (320)
    2015 Nissan Frontier SV V6 4x4
  • JP2558
    JP2558 Member Posts: 240

    Thank you Scott. We are out in the wild at the moment. Our string at the bottom broke and the screen fell out of the frame. When we get home I will also see if there is anything on youtube before I even grab the screwdriver.


    Thanks, Jerry 
     
    2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.
  • ScottG
    ScottG Administrator Posts: 5,662

    Ah, yes—if the string at the very bottom (the one that runs in the track) broke, than the door is useless since that tensions the entire upper half of the screen.

    If it broke close the the adjustable anchor that runs in the track, you might be able to slide the anchor over and reattach the string.

    I'm not aware of anything on YouTube, but if you find something please report back!

    2015 T@B Max S (320)
    2015 Nissan Frontier SV V6 4x4
  • JP2558
    JP2558 Member Posts: 240

    This might be in the ballpark:



    Thanks, Jerry 
     
    2019 Honda Pilot AWD and 2018 T@B 320-CS hanging out on the left edge of Lake Erie.