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Old 04-23-2021, 01:57 AM   #1
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Door closing problem

We have a ‘16 Denali 289RK. The entry door is giving me fits. It is very hard to close. The door is striking the door frame and makes it very difficult to close. Any suggestions?
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Old 04-23-2021, 02:29 AM   #2
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Question: has it always done that, or is this a recent issue?

If the former, there are a few YouTube videos that show various adjustment options.

But if the latter... it could be an indication of a water leak, that is expanding the wood behind the frame.
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Subscribed to hear any suggestions. Our camper door has also always been a pain to open and close. I never explored tweaking it though, thinking this is just the way it is
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Old 04-23-2021, 08:18 PM   #4
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I found the problem... one of the Lippert Friction Hinges, the bottom hinge, has bound up pretty solid. This distorted the aluminum frame on the door resulting in destruction of the integrity of the door.

We have to purchase a new door and hinge system.

The door has always been a little difficult. Now I know why... this is gonna be expensive. [emoji2955]
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