replacement Wildernest spring
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DaveInDenver
Middle Income Semi-Redneck
I'm just up in Ft. Collins, nothing like taking an actual spring to AAAA and telling them "Make me exactly this." Between us we probably have them all.
sambo.cox
New member
Hey guys,
Got my topper back. I was mistaken before. I need a front spring. The original picture I posted was correct spring. But it's a front spring.
Dave posted a pic of a remade spring that was for back.
So it sounds like Dave and gwittman, you'd each take one? Anybody else?
Let me know
-sc
Got my topper back. I was mistaken before. I need a front spring. The original picture I posted was correct spring. But it's a front spring.
Dave posted a pic of a remade spring that was for back.
So it sounds like Dave and gwittman, you'd each take one? Anybody else?
Let me know
-sc
DaveInDenver
Middle Income Semi-Redneck
Affirmative, I'll be in for one.
But do need to make sure, you are making these? This is what I need.
DaveInDenver
Middle Income Semi-Redneck
Sounds good, thanks for taking care of this Sam.
I’m in need of both front and back springs. I have the smaller Wildernest that fits on a Tacoma, the back spring was never there, and the front one just snapped last week. I know the front is different from the back, I’m definitely interested in getting either one if you’re planning to order a few of either. Please email me laurenebaldwin@yahoo.com
sambo.cox
New member
Olasbella, I'll add you to the list. I'm hoping to have them by early May. I'll contact everybody once I receive them.
- Sam
DaveInDenver
Middle Income Semi-Redneck
Bump, just to keep the thread from getting buried too far in case someone else needs a spring.
sambo.cox
New member
WOOOO!! I've got the springs! They look great.
One issue: They came without holes in the end. But, no worries. I've got the solution. I bought a new 1/8" drill bit, a little oil and drilled a hole. It takes about 15 min. I attached some pictures below.
So here's what I'm thinking:
Right now we've got four people in need of springs. I had said $100/spring and $17 for shipping, add in another $3 (It'll take a couple bits for all of them) and I'll drill the holes.
$120 total
So if you want a spring you can pay my through Venmo, Paypal or go old school and mail me a check.
Private message me and we'll make arrangements and exchange info.
- Sam
No hole
Hole drilled
One issue: They came without holes in the end. But, no worries. I've got the solution. I bought a new 1/8" drill bit, a little oil and drilled a hole. It takes about 15 min. I attached some pictures below.
So here's what I'm thinking:
Right now we've got four people in need of springs. I had said $100/spring and $17 for shipping, add in another $3 (It'll take a couple bits for all of them) and I'll drill the holes.
$120 total
So if you want a spring you can pay my through Venmo, Paypal or go old school and mail me a check.
Private message me and we'll make arrangements and exchange info.
- Sam
No hole Hole drilled
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sambo.cox
New member
Here's the whole project:
Springs came without holes:
Bought new 1/8" bit for hardened steel. Clamped down spring on drill press. Drill at a low speed with some oil constantly dripped to keep cool and lubricated. Takes time, but pretty easy.
You'll need a 3/8" washer and 1/8" cotter pin, to lock in post.
You can't just slide it in the sleeve though.
I used a ladder to hold up the lid to take pressure off large bolt holding main upright. Took the bolt out and lifted center tent post, so I could slide the spring in the lower hole and upper sleeve.
It took a little twisting and maneuvering to get the hole lined up with the bolt again. Then put the bolt/nut back together.
Slide on the washer and bent the cotter pin into position.
No worries. Easy project.
-sc
Springs came without holes:
Bought new 1/8" bit for hardened steel. Clamped down spring on drill press. Drill at a low speed with some oil constantly dripped to keep cool and lubricated. Takes time, but pretty easy.
You'll need a 3/8" washer and 1/8" cotter pin, to lock in post.
You can't just slide it in the sleeve though.
I used a ladder to hold up the lid to take pressure off large bolt holding main upright. Took the bolt out and lifted center tent post, so I could slide the spring in the lower hole and upper sleeve.
It took a little twisting and maneuvering to get the hole lined up with the bolt again. Then put the bolt/nut back together.
Slide on the washer and bent the cotter pin into position.
No worries. Easy project.
-sc