Ci Autohomes gas struts on roof

[Simpsonstu]

Hi All,

Finally after the mechanics and respray are complete on my '83 Ci Autohomes camper, I'm getting around to the roof, which is one of those hard sided on all 4 sides ones.

Its clearly all rotten and the roof lining looks like weetabix but I think a good clean up and cutting session and lining with marine ply or something will look ok. I'm actually booked in at Autovan in a month for a new roof but to be fair, I'm not sure its needed at this stage for the price.

I do however need some new gas struts for the roof, the rusty broken ones just say "Suspa" West Germany B500? " and 357 300 2.4 at the end. I am assuming its the original ones fitted on the conversion. Looking at SGS' website its not clear which ones I need to order, has anyone got any ideas, I know theres a few owners with these type of roofs.

On another point my drivers window only winds up 3/4 of the way and then the handle just keeps clicking and turning, someone said its an easy fix , any clues?

As ever any advice most appreciated.

All the best,

Stu

[PetenAli]

Hi.

I think I have four of the struts you want. I used to have a CI Autohomes conversion on a 1980 air cooled. I will check tomorrow and PM you. It would be helpful if you put your location on your details.

Pete

[Simpsonstu]

Hi Pete,

Will do I'm Lightwater, Surrey Gu18

Thanks,

Stu

[Plasticman]

rack in the winder will be worn and maybe bearing part of handle too. i have fixed them in the past but after removing etc may as well fit a replacement ,plenty s/hand about
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[Simpsonstu]

Thanks Mick much appreciated I'll have a sniff around.

Cheers Stu

P.s Pete Any joy on the struts?

[PetenAli]

Thanks Mick much appreciated I'll have a sniff around.

Cheers Stu

P.s Pete Any joy on the struts?

Sorry Stu - work stuff taken over. I will get out in the shed tomorrow and check them out.

Pete

[PetenAli]

Stu. PM gone to you.

Pete