Took some pics of the old endcap and spring assembly. The ID of the end cap is just under 3.5" (like 3 - 7/16") (third pic). The part that receives the leg (second pic) is about 3" wide. That part does fit a little loose when placed over the end of the leg but so did the original, once the bolt is snugged down its tight.
The only thing with this setup is you'll have to buy or make something like this "Carefree R001546-RP Pioneer RV Awning Telescoping Hand Crank Handle". I just bought a 4' long 5/16" rod from the hardware store and bent it up to make a hook, this way i can connect it to my cordless drill. Used it twice so far and its so easy and fast i have not even broke out the drill.
Even if you bought the above crank handle and the "pioneer encap kit" you'd still probably be paying less than you would for 1 spring.
Also no more dangerous spring to tension or break.
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1999 Fleetwood Jamboree 26f
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