A Simple Guide to Installing an RV Hatchlift Kit
Installing an RV Hatchlift Kit can make an exterior storage door easier to open and keep open. The kit uses a gas spring to provide lifting support for a compatible RV compartment door. Before starting, make sure you have the correct kit size for your door. The product is designed for lightweight exterior compartment doors on motorhomes, fifth wheels, and travel trailers. Check the door height, width, weight, and construction before installation. What You Need Before Installation Before you begin, gather the tools needed for the job. The installation guide recommends a variable speed drill with a #2 Phillips tip, measuring tape, 9/16-inch and 1/2-inch wrench and socket, a #2 Phillips screwdriver, pencil, and safety gloves. Rubber gloves may also be useful. In some installations, you may also need a right-angle drill or a 1/8-inch drill bit. Having the tools ready before you start can make the installation easier. It is also important to choose the right time for installation. The offic...