So, this sounds like an unfortunate but common issue with the camera when it is mounted on the door. Since the door opens with the gas struts, there is no stop position. I guess the door sometimes opens more, sometimes less.
What do you guys do to make sure the door opens to the same height all the time?
Also, do I need to calibrate the lens and alignment each time or just do the alignment after I have calibrated the lens once if the alignment is off?
I’ve completely removed the gas struts and replaced them with slightly longer fixed braces. Camera alignment has remained solid since that task was completed. Having the cover higher also provided a more perpendicular view of the table, resulting in an easier calibration.