Adding Tension To Solera Slide Out Toppers
Published 03/14/2022
Question:
after a windy day or two my toppers seem to be flappy. do you slide the slide out in an out to readjust the tension or do you have to adjust the tension at each end .or should i just add balls an string to keep the topper tight..
asked by: Robert E
Expert Reply:
Thanks for the great question.
Not knowing how far either side has slipped I would remove all tension for the arm and start over at zero tension.
To add tension to your Solera RV Slide-Out Awning - 6'7" Wide - 48" Projection - White # LCV000163285 you need to detach the arm from the extension rod. Then spin the torsion arm 14 times. Clockwise for the idler head. Counter clockwise for the drive head.
I will link a couple install guides to help you reconnect everything. You can jump to the 8 minute and the 7 minute marks to get to the relevant information on the install and tension.
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Solera RV Slide-Out Awning - 79" Wide - White
- RV Awning
- Slide-Out Awnings
- Extends 4 Feet
- 6-1/2 Feet Wide
- 74 Inch Wide
- 75 Inch Wide
- 76 Inch Wide
- 77 Inch Wide
- 78 Inch Wide
- 79 Inch Wide
- White
- Solera
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