My RT Continental tire just broke

[Sensfan]

Yesterday, the tension cable snapped on our nine year old unit immediately after I lowered/released it to access the under bed storage area. The released energy transferred to the spring, which in turn jumped about an inch and poked a hole in the fibreglass tire cover. I was able to raise the unit and lock it for the drive home, however it is not as secure as it previously was; the diagonal sliding arm no longer locks over the "catch" area when it returns to the vertical position.

Considering that these continental tire units are no longer available, would it be logical to have a service garage try to safely repair it?

[Stevemo]

You can check with these people: https://www.mobiliferv.ca/rv-parts/roadtrek/

[Sensfan]

Mobilife RV is our go to repair facility. I called them earlier today. They indicated that replacements parts are no longer available. I suppose I could ask if they will attempt repair without replacement pats.

[Stevemo]

There are more than a few options for spare tire carriers on the Jeep market. You should be able to dig something up that meets your needs. Some flip out sideways, some operate like a gate, etc.

[Sensfan]

Thanks Stevemo. We will be looking at all options.

[booster]

If it is done like the EZ lift and others, the cable would just be normal braided cable often called "aircraft cable" and lots of place should be able to handle using it.

[GeorgeRa]

Following booster lead, here are options for steel rope, steel or stainless steel, coated in vinyl and all kinds of clamps. Good luck. https://www.mcmaster.com/wire-rope/

[Sensfan]

Thanks Booster.

[Sensfan]

Thanks GeorgeRa

[Sensfan]

Originally Posted by Sensfan

Yesterday, the tension cable snapped on our nine year old unit immediately after I lowered/released it to access the under bed storage area. The released energy transferred to the spring, which in turn jumped about an inch and poked a hole in the fibreglass tire cover. I was able to raise the unit and lock it for the drive home, however it is not as secure as it previously was; the diagonal sliding arm no longer locks over the "catch" area when it returns to the vertical position.

Considering that these continental tire units are no longer available, would it be logical to have a service garage try to safely repair it?

My Continental Tire Kit has been repaired. I found DIY info online that provided specs and dimensions. The good news ... the size of the pulleys allowed installed of a larger gauge replacement cable.