Awning strut lubrication?

[LuckyDuck]

My Solera power awning occasionally makes a chattering noise when I retract it — sounds like it’s the piston in the strut. Is it OK to spray a little silicone lube on the piston rod when fully extended? Then wipe it clean? I have used it on the hinge points and track.

[JFlightRisk]

Yes you can. They can get a little dry being out in the elements.

[LuckyDuck]

Great. Thank you!

[JFlightRisk]

You're very welcome!

[THE MEEKER]

I found this video helpful about awning gas struts.

Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHGXbP-D5U0

[Jagiven]

While you are at it, clean and lube the track that the arm rides in. Typically I do it once year. If I am in a really dirty environment, it seams to need cleaning twice a year.

[LuckyDuck]

Originally Posted by THE MEEKER

I found this video helpful about awning gas struts.

Enjoy!

Thanks Meeker! I’ve heard about pausing during the roll out and it makes sense. Love the Haylett videos.

[CAG]

Interesting. I never heard that but glad you put that on for viewing.

[OurJayco]

I am using a joke I heard many years ago........

If it does not move, but should, use WD-40
If it does move, but should not, use Duct Tape