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    Noise when retracting awnings

    When retracting either one of the awnings, the “arms” are very noisy, and the noise seems to come from the lower arm moving down the track bolted to the side of the unit. Any recommendations as to the best lubricant to use for the little rollers on the lower arms that run up and down the vertical track? Tried WD-40 - it helped but didn’t solve the issue long term. And if anyone has any other thoughts on awning mechanism lubrication in regard to other points I should consider lubricating, I would appreciate that. Just don’t want to end up with something running down the sides of the unit below the vertical tracks when awnings are stowed. Thanks!

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    I wouldn't use WD-40 as it will attract dust, etc. I use a spray silicone lube on ours. It's important to keep everything clean and lube the strut pistons, too.

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    Yup silicone spray. I do mine about twice a year.
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    I’ll try that. Thanks!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Starman View Post
    I’ll try that. Thanks!
    @Starman -

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    Rob
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    Quote Originally Posted by JCR GD View Post
    Yup silicone spray. I do mine about twice a year.
    Thanks Jim!

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