Lift System Parts
Forest River Master Link
SKU: PA-FORE10-L-65
$1.58
Part details
Master Link for Forest River "Bicycle Chain" Lift System
This is a replacement Master Link for the Forest River "bicycle chain" style lift system, commonly found in Rockwood and Flagstaff campers. As shown in the diagram below (part #27), this is the special connecting link used to attach the main drive chain to the chain attachment bracket.
The master link is essential for the lift system, providing a strong, secure connection point while also allowing the chain to be separated for service or replacement without special tools. A worn or missing master link will cause the chain to separate and the lift system to fail. This high-quality replacement restores the integrity of your drive chain.
Key Features:
- Critical Connecting Part: Securely joins the lift chain to the attachment point.
- Serviceable Design: Features a removable clip for easy installation and removal.
- Direct Replacement: A factory-spec part that matches the size and pitch of the original chain.
- Sold Individually: The price listed is for one master link assembly (link, plate, and clip).
Installation Tip: When installing, always ensure the master link's retaining clip is fully snapped into place. For maximum security, orient the closed end of the clip so it faces the direction of chain travel.
Installation: Chain / Master Link — Tensioning & Recovery
Safety: Numbers in parentheses refer to the parts legend on the Forest River guide. Support the roof before servicing.
- To tighten a slipping chain: remove the Idler Sprocket Assembly cover (2), its feet screws, and the Spring Tube Clamp screws (12); tighten the Adjustment Screws (21) until the chain is tight; cycle the roof and re-check.
- If the chain is off a sprocket: support the roof on poles, loosen the Adjustment Screws, move the idler fully toward the off-door side, re-seat the chain on all sprockets, then re-tension.
- Replace master links in pairs and orient the clip away from chain travel.
- If a chain or spring jams in the square tube: do not cut the tube — its smooth bore prevents kinks. Disconnect at the Chain Attachment (20), extract, clear burrs, and refit by pulling the chain through under tension with a fish wire.
Full guide with diagrams, maintenance tips, and troubleshooting: Forest River Chain & Spring Guide.
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