Replacing Rv Awning Spring

Measure for the correct awning replacement fabric.

Replacing rv awning spring.

When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed. To do so measure from the center of one arm to the center of the other. Easy to use hook and rod system. Simply insert hook into drive head and turn rod clockwise to extend and counterclockwise to retract internal gear box allows you to stop the awning at any point during extension or retraction.

This kit converts a manual solera spring. Upgrade from the solera manual spring tension rv awning with the pull style manual to crank style manual awning upgrade kit by lippert components. Pin the opposite awning spring with a cotter pin. Rv awning repair is a complicated task because it requires a wide assortment of tools.

Things you ll need rivet gun and pop rivets cordless drill vice grips razor knife drill bits allan wrench 2 open end wrenches phillips head screwdriver silicone spray lubricant electrical or masking tape replacement fabric. Roll the awning all the way out to full extension. The cotter pins are the ones that lock the spring tension securely while taking down the rv awning. It is important to allows take every safety precaution available when working with an rv awning.

Most rv awnings are made of either acrylic or vinyl material. Step 1 prepare to re insert the cotter pin. Next choose your new awning fabric. This is the fabric size you need to order.

This helps hold everything in place. Do not measure the fabric itself. To replace the cam lock disassemble the awning assembly completely. You can either replace the roller on its own if the fabric is still in good condition but the roller is broken or faulty or you can purchase a new roller that also has new fabric on it.

Extend both awning rafter arms and lock them into place and tighten the hand screws. When opting for an rv awning roller tube replacement you have two options.