tufftom4 Posted September 9, 2010 Share #1 Posted September 9, 2010 I have a Reese Backpacker trailer and the original prop for the top was missing when I bought it I am trying to find some sort of prop for the top. I can only put it on the front so it has to be sturdy I thought about the gas filled ones like on my truck top but it is not strong enough for just one, anyone have an idea I have called all the trailer stores around me and no one has anything. I will make a prop out of wood but I would rather have something built in. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sideoftheroad Posted September 9, 2010 Share #2 Posted September 9, 2010 I have a Reese Backpacker trailer and the original prop for the top was missing when I bought it I am trying to find some sort of prop for the top. I can only put it on the front so it has to be sturdy I thought about the gas filled ones like on my truck top but it is not strong enough for just one, anyone have an idea I have called all the trailer stores around me and no one has anything. I will make a prop out of wood but I would rather have something built in. Tom Wonder if ones for the back of cars would be more sturdy. I would check junk yards too. e-bay item 320583929232 says its' good for 60 lbs lift. e-bay item 350387730767 (if I am reading it right) says up to 250 lbs. They have a chart for less or more as well. I actually just bought 2 lights for the back of my scoot from them. Fast delivery. I only need the one for under the trunk for the price (2 for $30 w/ free shipping), I went ahead bought it. Only difference that I can tell between theirs and custom dynamics is the entire row lights up as a running light vs. the 3 lights from C.D. Just went back and looked. They have one like C.D. e-bay 350388393866. I don't know if you can also do turn w/ the one from C.D. but this one you can. It is a bit cheaper especially after shipping cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LilBeaver Posted September 9, 2010 Share #3 Posted September 9, 2010 Your local autoparts store ought to have a hefty supply of the gas-shocks on hand. You can choose the appropriate weight rating for your trailer need. Another thought would be simply attaching a 'prop rod' like setup - mount it to the inside of the lid with a bracket of some sort for it to rest in the 'stowed' position. Then when you want to use it, open the lid and pivot the thing down; bada-bing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_bar Posted September 9, 2010 Share #4 Posted September 9, 2010 Or you could toss the prop idea and fasten a small chain or cable that will only let the lid open just past the verticle... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sideoftheroad Posted September 10, 2010 Share #5 Posted September 10, 2010 This might be the same idea that LilBeav is describing but with mine it basically has 2 pieces of flat metal and in the middle if a rivit holding the 2 pieces together. When you open it, the metal pieces are straight holding the lid open. It is the same idea when you open and close a ladder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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