thanks to another Scamper calling Scamp, this worked for me and is the recommended fix
Remove the handle assemble and add some spacers on the inside. I used 2 washers between the door and the back of the assembly. 2 washers per screw that is. Pushed it out far enough to allow the door to close properly again and since I have rat fur, it is not even noticeable
Happy to pay it forward. love it when the fix is so simple
Spread the word!! The new seal is awesome but the closure issue is stressful and should come with the non-existent installation instructions for the seal. lol
Ordered the new "custom" door seal from Scamp & replaced only the bottom sill or threshold portion of the door seal with it for starters The new seal left a significant gap between the bottom of the door and the new seal for mosquitoes, water etc to enter. Judging from previous comments on difficulty of closing the door with the new seal, I'm reluctant to install the rest of it.
I started the instillation of the new seal today, removing and cleaning all of the old glue and crud from the channel. But this brought up a construction/design question about my 5'er. At the bottom right of the door openting there is a metal strap that connects the threshold to the camper body in the seal channel. (see below)
I did not apy attention to the other 5'ers I have seen to know if this is something standard or is it some sort of repair/modification done by a previous owner. I don't know if you can see the state of decomposition this strap is in but it will not last many more years. I would like to be prepared when the time comes for a replacement if it is necessary or to remove it if it is not a necessary item.
Thank everyone in advance for any thoughts and or help offered.
I found the same metal strap on my 5er when I replaced the door seal. It is probably a factory installed item since it was there when I picked the trailer up at the factory. If I remember right, I just cut a small piece of seal and fastened it behind the metal strap. - - Earl
Earl, thanks for the quick reply and the info that it is part of the construction. Some time in the future I am going to have to replace it as the road salts from its previous home did no do it any favors. Until then it still as a few miles in it. Again thanks for the info.
While at the factory for mods to our Scamp, I had the door seal replaced. I was also given a shim to install in the door latch. The shim was absolutely necessary to install, as the seal was protruding out strongly, requiring both hands to close the door properly. Glad we had it replaced as the foam was wearing badly, and allowing cold air to enter the Scamp.
I have the same problem {too thick on the hinge side of door.}... and will be attempting to correct the issue today . My thinking is to try :
A] To first see if shimming the hinges [outside} out further with washers under the hinge bolts will help .
B] Second thought is to try to reduce the thickness of the gasket on the hinge side {ruining it in the process ,however...if that does not help !}
or
C} try the bending idea ...but question why hot water would help.... when the interior and exterior of door protects the plywood underneath ??
Any feedback is appreciated .
Unfortunately there is no way to adjust the inner strike plate {in or out } to make adjustments for the new thicker seals being sold by Scamp now.
thanks to another Scamper calling Scamp, this worked for me and is the recommended fix
Remove the handle assemble and add some spacers on the inside. I used 2 washers between the door and the back of the assembly. 2 washers per screw that is. Pushed it out far enough to allow the door to close properly again and since I have rat fur, it is not even noticeable
5 minute fix
Deb Staines
2016 16’, layout 4
'Rapscallion'
Thanks,Deb,,,
That worked like a charm !
Happy to pay it forward. love it when the fix is so simple
Spread the word!! The new seal is awesome but the closure issue is stressful and should come with the non-existent installation instructions for the seal. lol
Deb Staines
2016 16’, layout 4
'Rapscallion'
Ordered the new "custom" door seal from Scamp & replaced only the bottom sill or threshold portion of the door seal with it for starters The new seal left a significant gap between the bottom of the door and the new seal for mosquitoes, water etc to enter. Judging from previous comments on difficulty of closing the door with the new seal, I'm reluctant to install the rest of it.
see my post above. It's a simple shim for the inside handle assembly to fix it if needed. The new seal is awesome! Install it!!
Deb Staines
2016 16’, layout 4
'Rapscallion'
I started the instillation of the new seal today, removing and cleaning all of the old glue and crud from the channel. But this brought up a construction/design question about my 5'er. At the bottom right of the door openting there is a metal strap that connects the threshold to the camper body in the seal channel. (see below)
I did not apy attention to the other 5'ers I have seen to know if this is something standard or is it some sort of repair/modification done by a previous owner. I don't know if you can see the state of decomposition this strap is in but it will not last many more years. I would like to be prepared when the time comes for a replacement if it is necessary or to remove it if it is not a necessary item.
Thank everyone in advance for any thoughts and or help offered.
Michael
SOI-1458
Hi Michael,
I found the same metal strap on my 5er when I replaced the door seal. It is probably a factory installed item since it was there when I picked the trailer up at the factory. If I remember right, I just cut a small piece of seal and fastened it behind the metal strap. - - Earl
Earl, thanks for the quick reply and the info that it is part of the construction. Some time in the future I am going to have to replace it as the road salts from its previous home did no do it any favors. Until then it still as a few miles in it. Again thanks for the info.
Michael
SOI-1458
While at the factory for mods to our Scamp, I had the door seal replaced. I was also given a shim to install in the door latch. The shim was absolutely necessary to install, as the seal was protruding out strongly, requiring both hands to close the door properly. Glad we had it replaced as the foam was wearing badly, and allowing cold air to enter the Scamp.
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