What size struts are under the bed?

I've read that newer models have struts installed to allow easier access to the storage under the bed. I would like to do that on the driver side twin (32 x 68) bed (I have golf clubs stored under there and it's really tricky to get them in and out of the trap door near the bathroom!).

So what size struts (extended length and force - printed on the strut?) did the factory use? On my PC the mattress is supported by 3/4" OSB which is pretty heavy (25 lbs?). Any info you could provide would improve on my usual method of doing all the math, install strut, then proceed to agonize over why the strut is too long/short/weak/strong 

I have a 2015 2551 and the struts are kind of useless unless the mattress is removed, which is a PITA all by itself.

My PC is in storage so can't look at them, but I will bet if you call Carol at Phoenix, she can get you that information.... Including make and model number.

Don

I don't know if the struts on my 2010 2551 are factory or not.  There is one at each end, 60# 16" long.  They work fine with the 2" memory foam (heavy material) we added under the factory mattress, but are way too strong without the memory foam. In fact, the bed is hard to make and pops up on it's own without the heavy mattress pad. I would bet two 40's would do the job.
PS  I'd have put the block on straight...

I don't know if the struts on my 2010 2551 are factory or not.  There is one at each end, 60# 16" long.  They work fine with the 2" memory foam (heavy material) we added under the factory mattress, but are way too strong without the memory foam. In fact, the bed is hard to make and pops up on it's own without the heavy mattress pad. I would bet two 40's would do the job.
PS  I'd have put the block on straight...

Dougn,

Didn't you also cut the "trapdoor" into 2 pieces?   On mine, having the single trapdoor means the shirt closet (plus our 2" memory foam pad on top of the mattress) really limits how far the trapdoor will open.

Don

I had thought of cutting the lid into two in order to access the icebox that I made down there but figured the mattress would not "give" much so it would not gain much more of an opening...maybe a few inches.  helps to keep me limber this way I reason.

I had thought of cutting the lid into two in order to access the icebox that I made down there but figured the mattress would not "give" much so it would not gain much more of an opening...maybe a few inches.  helps to keep me limber this way I reason.

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Doug: Curious, you say you put the memory foam under the mattress?
Did it soften the mattress much?
Mine is on top now but I don't love sleeping on memory foam.
The way it wraps around you feels very restricting.
Had never thought of putting it under.

Regards, Jim G>

I put it under to keep from bottoming out, the mattress seemed fine for an hour or two, but then the butt hit the plywood.  Our memory foam pieces seem  to be "sweaty" and not real comfortable next to the sheets.

I don't know if the struts on my 2010 2551 are factory or not.  There is one at each end, 60# 16" long.  They work fine with the 2" memory foam (heavy material) we added under the factory mattress, but are way too strong without the memory foam. In fact, the bed is hard to make and pops up on it's own without the heavy mattress pad. I would bet two 40's would do the job.
PS  I'd have put the block on straight...

Thanks - 40# 16" it is. We don't have memory foam so it should be fine. BTW we bought custom sized mattresses from militarysupplyhouse.com and they don't bottom out when sitting on them. Haven't actually slept on them yet but they really do seem like they will work.

Emcee.  I’ve looked at that site but haven’t found custom sizing charts. Am I missing it or is it a call in for quote?

Emcee.  I’ve looked at that site but haven’t found custom sizing charts. Am I missing it or is it a call in for quote?

That web site is a relic. You have to call (310-704-9055) to order since in addition to size you have to specify foam density, thickness etc. However, they are extremely helpful when ordering.

Thanks, I’ll give them a call.

I don't know if the struts on my 2010 2551 are factory or not.  There is one at each end, 60# 16" long.  They work fine with the 2" memory foam (heavy material) we added under the factory mattress, but are way too strong without the memory foam. In fact, the bed is hard to make and pops up on it's own without the heavy mattress pad. I would bet two 40's would do the job.
PS  I'd have put the block on straight...

The two 40# struts worked great. Now I have a great storage spot for my golf clubs.

Thanks!