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05-28-2019, 10:54 AM #1
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Slide Outs lubricating
I have a Reflection 337RLS (three slides)
Anyone have experience and advice on how to best lubricate slides? The two rear slides have a what look to be big long screws to advance and retract the slide. Whereas the front bedroom slide has two aluminum tracks on each side.
I happen to buy "3-IN-ONE" spray can of silicone lube at a store recently.
Thanks in advance for any advice one might have on this.
Roger
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05-28-2019, 11:06 AM #2
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Roger,
The slide with the "two aluminum tracks" is called a Schwintek slide. Here's a video from the manufacturer showing the correct way to lubricate it:
-Howard
P.S. I'm not sure about the big slides--its actually on my "To Do" list to figure this out so I'll be following your post to learn myself!2017 Ford F-350 DRW 6.7L Platinum
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05-28-2019, 11:26 AM #3
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Thanks for the prompt reply on the Schwintek slide. Most helpful.
I happen to Google 3-IN-ONE Slide Out Lube and found two YouTube Videos which were helpful.
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05-30-2019, 04:52 PM #4
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The Reflection owners manual (page 158) for the Lippert slides states the following: Grease or lubrication is NOT necessary. It could even
harm the long-term dependability of the slideout system.
For the Schwintek slides it states: Occasionally apply Dry Lube (ie. Graphite Spray) to the
upper and lower tracks on each side of the slide room.
I have a new 303RLS and would like to know if what is in the manual is the generally accepted practice for these slides.2019 303RLS Reflection 5th Wheel
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05-30-2019, 05:02 PM #5
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05-30-2019, 06:35 PM #6
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08-26-2021, 05:03 PM #7
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Wow... that was timely and helpful... I would for sure have "lubed" these slides if I had NOT read the manual you posted... so Thank You! I now know better.
I do have some 'binding' going on, so when I take my 337RLS in for general maintenance, I will have them check those slides...
Also, a Thank You for the recommendation for the other slides that are fine to lubricate... I see the 3-in-one and the CRC are recommended... will order the CRC since it is what the video shows as being the one that is recommended...Cowboychincs
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