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Old 09-18-2017, 06:05 PM   #1
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Carefree Awning popped Off

Today while my awning was retracting the awning tube popped off the arm assembly. I was able to get it retracted but one arm is still out. Unfortunately I'm leaving on Thursday and not sure how to fix. Any suggestions. This is my first trip so learning as I go. Thanks for any help!


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Can you post some pictures? It may help get you a solution if we can see what actually happened.
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Sure. Will take a shot when I get back!


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If this is a Carefree Travel'r, there is a maintenance manual for it hosted on this site under "Manuals" (clicky located on the top blue line) and then choose "Miscellaneous" under that. Or, here is a link to it: Carefree Travel'r Manual. I believe the manual shows how it all goes together.
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Yes I saw that. Just hopeful it's a common issue and easy to fix!


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Old 09-19-2017, 07:21 AM   #7
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Looks like I'm missing a screw!


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It won't be the easiest 1-person job, however, I can tell you that it IS possible. I would recommend letting it roll all the way back out and carefully trying to slip that end back over the tube. I did this a total of 3 times, installing a new LED strip light in mine. The last time, it nearly knocked me off the ladder and gave me a shiner. I believe there are two or three screws that insert from the end-cap into the awning tube that secure it all.
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I was hoping that was the answer! The screws look like it will require a rivet tool.. Can I substitute since I don't have one?


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I'm convinced that Jayco uses screws they find on the shop floor for stuff... -Nothing is ever the same...

I believe that is a square bit. You can probably pick up a set from a harbor freight for a buck or two, if you don't have any. -Otherwise, you might be able to use a similar sized self-tapping stainless.
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Thank you so much for your help! Hopefully I can get it figured out today and find some help to fix it! [emoji4]


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This screw head is called square recess and appears to be the most common screw type used by Jayco. You'll need the #2 bit for this screw. These bits are quite common in a fair number of tool kits.
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This screw head is called square recess and appears to be the most common screw type used by Jayco. You'll need the #2 bit for this screw. These bits are quite common in a fair number of tool kits.


Than you.. can I get the screws at Lowes?


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Yes, you can get these screws and bits at Lowes or Home Depot.
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You don't need to replace it with a square drive screw, however. But, almost all of the screws in our Greyhawk are "Robertson Square Drive #2" screws, so investing the coupl'a bucks in a screwdriver is wise.
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You don't need to replace it with a square drive screw, however. But, almost all of the screws in our Greyhawk are "Robertson Square Drive #2" screws, so investing the coupl'a bucks in a screwdriver is wise.


Perfect! Off to Lowes! Now I just meed some tall strong people to help!! Lol!


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Square drive screw have been common in all RVs for years. With the correct tools, they are less likely to strip out. Just pick up a tool at Harbor Freight, Lowe's, Home Depot, etc.

You will also find bits at Fastenal. I carry 3 or 4 bits in my TT tool box and use them with a light duty drill when needed.
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I have a 2015 Seneca this looks like the same awning.. do you know who makes it? its automatic but I am looking for a wind detector so it would roll up if too much wind I have no paper work so I don't know what make of awning it is.. Thanks
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I have a 2015 Seneca this looks like the same awning.. do you know who makes it? its automatic but I am looking for a wind detector so it would roll up if too much wind I have no paper work so I don't know what make of awning it is.. Thanks
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