Screen door latch January 02, 2017, 12:22:53 pm As luck what have it the screen door latch has failed. (using the true and tested bungee cord keeping closed method at this time) Two questions. 1. Looking for a direct replacement - can anyone direct me to a place? 2. Maybe an improved version not so easy to break part.Thank you,Glen
Re: Screen door latch Reply #1 – January 02, 2017, 12:56:35 pm Quote from: colddog - January 02, 2017, 12:22:53 pmAs luck what have it the screen door latch has failed. (using the true and tested bungee cord keeping closed method at this time) Two questions. 1. Looking for a direct replacement - can anyone direct me to a place? 2. Maybe an improved version not so easy to break part.Thank you,Glen Replacement is here. Please note the fact it says Designer means it is really cheaply made. Amazon.com: RV Designer E285 Black Screen Door Latch: AutomotiveI believe it is illegal to manufacture a durable product in the RV industry.Jim 1 Likes As an Amazon Associate Lazy Daze Owners' Group earns from qualifying purchases.
Re: Screen door latch Reply #2 – January 02, 2017, 01:41:14 pm Quote from: Jim & Gayle - January 02, 2017, 12:56:35 pm"...I believe it is illegal to manufacture a durable product in the RV industry..."The simple fact that it is plastic has made me very cautious as to how I use this latch. No slamming allowed.I try my very best to bring the two doors together and gently activate the latch. That being said...Its time to get a back up.Easy does it.KentDone deal...mines on its way.
Re: Screen door latch Reply #3 – January 02, 2017, 01:59:20 pm Quote from: Jim & Gayle - January 02, 2017, 12:56:35 pmI believe it is illegal to manufacture a durable product in the RV industry.JimThanks Jim. <sigh> I agree. I would have no problem paying more for an item if it I can get my money's worth. Put the new latch on order.
Re: Screen door latch Reply #4 – January 03, 2017, 10:28:14 am Because we had cats, I installed a pair of screen door closure springs:RV Screen Door Closer Kit - Camco....which close the door hard and fast. No problems with the latch through several years now, so I think it is pretty sturdy. Consider it a sacrificial item that will break before you destroy the door by walking through it in a rush!Steve