JR Products RV Baggage Door Hold-Open Catches: Bullet vs Square

When an RV storage hatch will not stay open, inspect the spring catch that holds the raised door against the body. JR Products makes bullet-shaped and square-shaped hold-open catches in several exterior finishes. These small catches come in pairs with mounting screws, but the replacement still needs the same mounting footprint and door contact location as the original.

Bullet-style or square-style baggage catch?

Bullet-style: rounded low-profile catchPart numbers 10224, 10234, 10244 and 10254 have the rounded, bullet-style shape. JR Products describes these as folding flat when idle so they sit close to the exterior body.
Square-style: flat rectangular formPart numbers 10225 and 10245 use the square-style form. The 10245 is manufacturer-described as stainless steel; for 10225, match the exact black model rather than assuming it is identical underneath the finish.

Both families are intended to hold an open baggage or compartment door during loading. They are not locks or travel latches: the compartment door must be properly secured closed before driving.

Six exact JR Products baggage catch part numbers

JR MPN Catch shape Colour or finish Package
10224 Bullet Black 2 catches + mounting screws
10225 Square Black 2 catches + mounting screws
10234 Bullet White 2 catches + mounting screws
10244 Bullet Gray 2 catches + mounting screws
10245 Square Stainless steel / silver 2 catches + mounting screws
10254 Bullet Colonial white 2 catches + mounting screws

JR Products lists mounting screws and its lifetime warranty for these original-replacement catches. Compare the existing finish and shape, but do not treat colour as proof that the screw holes or spring movement will suit every RV.

Check the mounting before replacing a catch

  1. Compare the original shape: Look for the same bullet or square contact profile and an equivalent movement range.
  2. Inspect the fastener positions: Measure hole spacing and check whether the surface is reinforced. Do not drill blindly into a wall with wiring or plumbing behind it.
  3. Check the contact point: The raised compartment door should engage the catch without twisting the hinge or bending the door skin.
  4. Match the finish: Colonial white, white and gray are distinct options. Check against the existing exterior trim.
  5. Weather-seal the installation: Follow the RV manufacturer's instructions for fasteners and sealing exposed mounting holes to prevent water entry.
Hold-open versus stay-closed: These parts keep a baggage door raised while parked. For keyed compartment locks or thumb-turn closing hardware, use a different latch family. A spring holder or magnetic holder is not a substitute for a secured road-travel door lock.

Frequently asked questions

Does each MPN include one catch or a pair? JR Products lists two catches and mounting screws per package for all six MPNs in the chart.

Can 10224 be replaced by 10225? Both are black, but one is bullet-shaped and the other square. Confirm the mounting and door engagement before substituting.

Are 10234 and 10254 the same colour? No. 10234 is white; 10254 is colonial white.

Shop baggage-door catches by exact MPN

Choose the correct profile and finish from the NewRVParts listings below. Product photos show the catalog item; check the exact product listing for current availability.

Related RV door and compartment hardware

For different door-holder designs, compare our JR Products straight, angled and spring door-holder guide. If the baggage compartment needs a secure travel latch rather than a hold-open catch, see the JR baggage-door lock identification guide.

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