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Posted on Jun 17, 2009

Gaines keystone mailbox door won't stay closed, it pops open after shutting. It seems like the magenets are not strong enough to resist the spring on the door.

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There are two springs on the door by the hinge. Your problem suggests one or both of them have broken. I've gotten them replaced for free from where I purchased my mailbox, but a spring replacement kit is also available online for about 10 dollars.

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