Replacing RV Drawer Clasps & Latches
TL;DR: Broken drawer and cabinet clasps in your RV can be replaced easily with the right tools and materials. Identify the type of clasp you need, gather your supplies, and follow these steps: remove the old clasp, align the new hardware, drill new holes if necessary, install the new clasp, and test for proper alignment. Treat your drawers and cabinets gently to avoid future breakage, consider upgrading to metal clasps, and order extra sets for future replacements.
RVing is one of the best ways to vacation, especially in North America. Exploring the great outdoors from a tiny home on wheels is becoming more and more popular. As with any home, sometimes things break due to wear and tear. Drawer or cabinet clasps are something that can suddenly break at a moment’s notice. Most RVs are equipped with heavy-duty clasps to keep their drawers and cabinets from opening and spilling contents while driving down the road. If one or more of these break, it can be dangerous and even damage some of your belongings. Replacing or fixing these clasps can seem confusing, too difficult, or overwhelming for some folks. We’ve compiled some tips to help you replace your drawer clasps so you can get to your next Harvest Hosts location safely!
How do Drawer and Cabinet Clasps Break?
Even the most careful of RV owners can end up with a broken clasp on their hands. Unfortunately, even if you’re very careful, they can still fail or snap for a variety of reasons. The most common causes are wear and tear, overuse, and not being gentle enough. Many folks use their RV pretty regularly. Opening and closing drawers and cabinets often is bound to lead to eventual broken clasps. Most clasps that are installed in RVs at the factory are made of plastic, which is prone to easy breakage. Once these break, they need to be replaced in a timely manner to get you from point A to point B safely.
Materials Needed
The first step is to identify the type or style of your drawer clasps that need to be replaced.Camping World and Amazon have quite the selection, so between those two resources, RVers should be able to find the exact product they need. If you’re having trouble identifying the type found in your RV, try taking a screwdriver and removing both pieces of your clasp to get a better look. You may also be able to consult your owner’s manual for additional information. After you’ve figured out what supplies you need, purchase them. When they arrive, you’ll also need: