Start by flipping the control lever on the right side of the roller tube as though you re preparing to fully extend the awning.
How to replace rv awning roller tube.
We came back to our site with gallons of water trapped in the fabric from a freak not forecasted thunderstorm and the roller tube bowed.
To my knowledge there is no method in the aftermarket of straightening a bent extruded aluminum awning roller tube.
Some can be manipulated somewhat but will always show evidence of the damage.
We forgot to adjust our awning to allow for rain drainage this past weekend.
When opting for an rv awning roller tube replacement you have two options.
One of the most important things when installing a new rv awning roller tube is taking your time.
Awning roller tube replacement.
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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.
We are ready to begin re attaching the vinyl.
You do not have to hold onto.
Remove the bolts that hold the awning to the top of the rv with the drill.
How to replace rv awning roller tubes take your time with it.
We then filed the ends of the newly cut tube ends inserted an mx57 into one end of the awning roller riveted the mx57 to the roller slid over our replacement tube part 2 section of brand new tubing and riveted it to the mx57.
In order for the canopy fabric to remain straight and roll up square and evenly unfortunately the tube will need to be replaced.
You can splice a broken awning tube or replace the awning tube but be sure t.