My awning is stuck - what can I do?

[solarstream]

The driver's side awning on my 31' 74 overlander is stuck and won't come down. It looks like it should but it's completely frozen. I've tried spraying some WD-40 in there but it didn't free anything up at all.

What is a better product for freeing rust? I've never had very good luck with spray on silicon lubricant.

Am I just going to have to replace the awning probably? Or will I maybe be able to fix it?

Thanks!
Solarstream

[azflycaster]

Is it a ZipDee awning? If so, give them a call at:

Toll Free 800-338-BEST (2378)
In Illinois, 847-437-0980
Fax - 847-437-7064
Email -

[Gil Reinke]

Try cilacone it is better than WD40

[SteveH]

If it's stuck due to corrosion, I'd try genine pentrating oil, and then use a heat gun on it.

[Lumatic]

If you disconnect the arms be really, really careful with the spring end. If it gets loose on you it can do some serious damage, to you and the coach.

[AIR-Quarius]

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