Awnings

[Daysu47]

Noticed the other day that the big slide topper awning is starting to tear by the roll end, RV wall side.

Anyone have a method to fix this or prevent it from tearing more?

I thought of using the white tape used on the roof, can't remember the name of it.

Comments??

 

[DriVer-THOR]

Anyone have a method to fix this or prevent it from tearing more?

daysu47, I have had this happen to me a couple of times. The resolution in both cases was to R&R the topper. I can't suggest anything that will offer a temporary repair.

I thought of using the white tape used on the roof, can't remember the name of it.

The brand name you are looking for is; "Eternabond" I don't believe it'll help but give it a shot.



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[whem2fish]

they make tape for that at rv store never used it. its not that hard to replace it
just remember to pin the awning tube for your safety done many of them looking at 2 or 3 hours
dave

 

[RickO-WO]

I patched two of my toppers using awning tape available at Camping World. It's held for about three months now. I know I'll have to replace them at some point but for now, the $10 investment has paid off.

 

[jdsr]

I had a small tear on the edge of both my my toppers. I used externabond about 2 plus years ago and has worked fine so far.

 

[Daysu47]

Thanks for all your responses, I will try the tape and see what happens.

Again thanks,

 

[Gary CA]

Daysu47:
I just replaced the slide covers on my '05 and they were worn. I tried the clear tape but it finally dried-up.

I met Shade Pro in Quartzsite AZ this Jan and it is a good company and they know what the business. Measure your existing covers and call them. The install was not hard just beware of the spring tension. Mine unrolled and I had no problem re-tensioning the roller (13 turns). Just get a friend to help you. Take a picture of the positioning anti-unrolling arm prior to starting project.

http://www.shadepro.net/

Good luck