Lubing the Awning Rail.

j100bba
j100bba Forum Participant Posts: 45
edited August 2017 in Parts & Accessories #1

Hi Folks,

Just wondering if you have any tips on which type of silicon spray I need to buy to lube my awning rail so my awning slides a lot easier than it does now?

I am looking for something that is also cost effective rather than paying the crazy prices that some of the Caravan accessory shops are asking!

Kind Regards,

Paul.

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  • Milothedog
    Milothedog Forum Participant Posts: 1,433
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    edited August 2017 #2

    A can from any motor factor for about £2 would do it I should imagine.

    Also, having thought about it, what about some candle wax. if you got tea light and removed the foil, you could taper the edge with a knife and run it round the gap in the awning channel ? just an idea that is very cheapsmile

  • JohnM20
    JohnM20 Forum Participant Posts: 1,416
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    edited August 2017 #3

    Screwfix do a small spray can in their plumbing section. Very useful for lubricating the seals on the loo cassette as well.

  • Metheven
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    edited August 2017 #4

    Furniture polish, can't get cheaper than that if your wife buys it.

  • peterpark
    peterpark Forum Participant Posts: 5
    edited August 2017 #5

    I have used Fabsil for years. Works perfectly. I have no idea about its cost effectiveness and could probably buy something a little cheaper but a can lasts for years and, after all, the object of the exercise is to make putting up an awning easier and Fabsil has always worked for me.

  • SteveL
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    edited August 2017 #6

    We use the same Thetford silicon spray we bought for the toilet seal. It works a treat, also sorts out squeaky door hinges  and sticking windows. Does not stain if it gets on something, like oil based sprays. Have also used that cockpit shine  I use on the car dash. I think it has a fair bit of silicon in it and the carrier spray evaporates rapidly.

  • Simon100
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    edited August 2017 #7

    Have you Googled 'Silicone Spray' ?

    Halfords and Screwfix are there amongst many other suppliers. I got mine from Halfords and it has made things easier. 

    There is also Pledge furniture polish that contains silicone.

  • CBRBlackbird
    CBRBlackbird Forum Participant Posts: 184
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    edited August 2017 #8

    The amount of silicone in Pledge is minimal. Plus the other stuff in it can mark the awning fabric.

  • EmilysDad
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    edited August 2017 #9

    Halfords silicone spray 👍

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