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04-22-2019, 02:59 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Vegas 25.2
State: Michigan
Posts: 18
THOR #14701
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Schwintec Slide- Lube or not?
Hey all,
Watched a U-tube vid from Lippert Corp on the proper way to lubricate the schwintec slide system.
https://youtu.be/8KbVRFMo1Rg
Hope that link works!
How many of you lubricate your slides? Recommendations?
I read a comment on another Schwintec video where the comment was that you should not lubricate at all?
What’s your thoughts?
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04-22-2019, 03:23 AM
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Site Team
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.1 Windjammer
State: Illinois
Posts: 1,179
THOR #7074
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I keep my slide
side walls super slick and clean with Pledge. This keeps the rubber seals from causing friction opening and closing. I do also keep tracks really clean. Never had an issue.
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Rev. Jeffrey 2017 Thor Axis 24.1 E450 Windjammer.
Silver Safe-T-Plus Steering Control
SSF-106-40 SumoSprings Solo Front Bump Stop SSR-107-47 SumoSprings Rear Bump Stop
Hellwig 7718 Front Sway Bar & 7180 Rear Sway Bar
Koni FSD Front Shocks 8805-1042 / Koni FSD Rear Shocks 8805-1043
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04-22-2019, 03:44 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 70
THOR #14807
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I use an aerosol spray wax on the seals, the sides of the box, & on the tracks. I just give a light spray & walk away. No buildup. Nothing to collect dirt or dust like oil based lubricants or silicone.
I reapply whenever I wax the coach as I use the same wax on the entire coach.
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Latest rig: 2019 Vegas 24.1
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04-22-2019, 10:29 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 29M
State: Arkansas
Posts: 515
THOR #11266
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Quote:
Originally Posted by USMC AV8B
Hey all,
Watched a U-tube vid from Lippert Corp on the proper way to lubricate the schwintec slide system.
https://youtu.be/8KbVRFMo1Rg
Hope that link works!
How many of you lubricate your slides? Recommendations?
I read a comment on another Schwintec video where the comment was that you should not lubricate at all?
What’s your thoughts?
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Are you asking if what he demonstrates in the video should be done? Absolutely YES!!
And the seals need a shot of a good silicone spray that doesn't attract dirt. Both these things should be regular maintenance items.
I looked at enough used rigs to be able to tell the difference when someone had not lubricated slides properly. I would guess over half the issues people have with slides stems from lack of maintenance. I have a full wall slide with 3Trax. Takes less than 10 min to fully inspect, lubricate tracks and all seals, run it in and out twice, and reinspect.
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Jeff and Melissa - Roodie and Jaxson
US Navy Vet - Good Sam Life Member 804274173
2019 Hurricane 29M
2015 Ford Explorer XLT Toad
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04-22-2019, 10:31 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 29M
State: Arkansas
Posts: 515
THOR #11266
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Thor-Machine
I use an aerosol spray wax on the seals, the sides of the box, & on the tracks. I just give a light spray & walk away. No buildup. Nothing to collect dirt or dust like oil based lubricants or silicone.
I reapply whenever I wax the coach as I use the same wax on the entire coach.
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What wax do you use?
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Jeff and Melissa - Roodie and Jaxson
US Navy Vet - Good Sam Life Member 804274173
2019 Hurricane 29M
2015 Ford Explorer XLT Toad
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04-22-2019, 10:32 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 29M
State: Arkansas
Posts: 515
THOR #11266
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Quote:
Originally Posted by revjeffrey
I keep my slide
side walls super slick and clean with Pledge. This keeps the rubber seals from causing friction opening and closing. I do also keep tracks really clean. Never had an issue.
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Hadn't thought of Pledge. Nice lemony scent inside, too, I bet
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Jeff and Melissa - Roodie and Jaxson
US Navy Vet - Good Sam Life Member 804274173
2019 Hurricane 29M
2015 Ford Explorer XLT Toad
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04-22-2019, 11:12 AM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Early on Lippert/Schwintek recommended that you do not lubricate the slide (grease, oil, etc. can attract dirt which would get caught up in the gears/rack).
Then they produced that video above about lubrication.
Then they went back to recommending not to lubricate (this was the last I've heard).
I've done the above procedure on our slide once in the 5 years we've had the coach. So far the slide operates without a hitch. Granted the slide on our 24.1 is a tiny thing compared to many other Thor coaches.
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04-22-2019, 11:34 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Vegas 25.2
State: Michigan
Posts: 18
THOR #14701
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Yes, my question was more on the lube of the mechanism as shown in the video.
I’ve always waxed the side panels on my previous RV’s and did use dry lube on the mechanism rails. This was on two different TT’s and a Fifth.
Those slide mechs were diff than the schwintec on my vegas.
I like the pledge Idea on the exterior panels!
I can assure you first hand that furniture polish is very slippery!
When I was a kid one of my siblings somehow got some on the linoleum floor of our kitchen right in front of the door.
I was trucking into kitchen and immediately slipped and went down so quickly I had no chance to use my (then) athletic prowess to recover! Lol!
Thanks for the replies everyone!
Such a great group of people here!
Wishing you all a safe and enjoyable Summer RV season!
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04-22-2019, 11:42 AM
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Member
Brand: Crossroads
State: Ohio
Posts: 52
THOR #424
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As a mechanic I always question why you wouldn't want to lubricate moving parts. After a couple years my slide was getting a little noisy and not as smooth as it once was. After seeing that very video I followed that exact procedure and the slide operation returned to like new operation.
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04-22-2019, 11:48 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 70
THOR #14807
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fish and Dear
What wax do you use?
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I use Eagle One Wax As U Dry AEROSOL, not the pump sprayer.
I buy it by the case from Pep Boys through their Ebay store. Free S&H.
I haven't found anything I like better. I use it on my entire fleet. Just can't beat the simplicity & ease. Spray it on, wipe it around with a microfiber cloth & you're done.
I also use it as a dry wax cleaner between vehicle washes. Bugs just rinse off the rig with a garden hose.
Couple that with ZEP high gloss floor wax & your rig will look showroom new all the time.
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Latest rig: 2019 Vegas 24.1
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04-22-2019, 01:04 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hondavalk
As a mechanic I always question why you wouldn't want to lubricate moving parts. After a couple years my slide was getting a little noisy and not as smooth as it once was. After seeing that very video I followed that exact procedure and the slide operation returned to like new operation.
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Perhaps because if it's capable of catching dirt and road debris: it will find a way to do so?
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"What: me worry?"
Good Sam Member 843599689
Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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04-22-2019, 01:11 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Forest River Forester 235
State: Indiana
Posts: 4,884
THOR #6826
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Perhaps because if it's capable of catching dirt and road debris: it will find a way to do so?
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I have not studied the subject - I tend to be of the “if it moves, lube it” school of thinking - but have been told that Schwintek has updated their position and no longer recommends lubrication.
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04-22-2019, 01:27 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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It does present itself as a bit of conundrum; doesn't it?
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Good Sam Member 843599689
Current coach: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
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05-04-2019, 07:05 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Four Winds 33SW
State: Idaho
Posts: 38
THOR #4147
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Quote:
Originally Posted by USMC AV8B
Hey all,
Watched a U-tube vid from Lippert Corp on the proper way to lubricate the schwintec slide system.
https://youtu.be/8KbVRFMo1Rg
Hope that link works!
How many of you lubricate your slides? Recommendations?
I read a comment on another Schwintec video where the comment was that you should not lubricate at all?
What’s your thoughts?
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I use the same lube they specify in the vid and lube them regularly. I have not had any issues with the 3Trak system on my Super C. I would strongly suggest you lube yours per the LCI recommendation.
Marshall
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05-04-2019, 09:15 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2014 Hurricane 34E
State: Alabama
Posts: 286
THOR #6181
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Thor-Machine
I use Eagle One Wax As U Dry AEROSOL, not the pump sprayer.
I buy it by the case from Pep Boys through their Ebay store. Free S&H.
I haven't found anything I like better. I use it on my entire fleet. Just can't beat the simplicity & ease. Spray it on, wipe it around with a microfiber cloth & you're done.
I also use it as a dry wax cleaner between vehicle washes. Bugs just rinse off the rig with a garden hose.
Couple that with ZEP high gloss floor wax & your rig will look showroom new all the time.
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Is the aerosol still available? can't find anything on Google search? Thx, Dennis.
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05-04-2019, 09:34 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 31S
State: Texas
Posts: 4,183
THOR #6411
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Budman
Is the aerosol still available? can't find anything on Google search? Thx, Dennis.
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Amazon -CRC 03044 Dry PTFE lubricating Spray
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Jim & Roy Davis
2016 Hurricane 31S
1961 Rampside in tow
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05-05-2019, 04:17 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2014 Hurricane 34E
State: Alabama
Posts: 286
THOR #6181
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Beau388
Amazon -CRC 03044 Dry PTFE lubricating Spray
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Thanks and I have some of that. The other post was about the Eagle One Spray as U Dry AEROSOL mentioned in that gentlemen's post. I only find the pump spray and no aerosol. Thx Dennis.
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05-05-2019, 11:36 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Palazzo 33.2
State: Georgia
Posts: 269
THOR #8078
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I had my slide repaired at the Lippert repair center. The tech recommended no lubricant is best.
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05-05-2019, 11:55 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Illinois
Posts: 69
THOR #13262
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How often should you lube the slides? Is it after so many uses or a time thing like every 3 months ? Thanks!!
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05-06-2019, 04:16 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Miramar 34.2
State: California
Posts: 133
THOR #14761
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OMG What a great thread question. I silicon spray all rubber and use Baby powder after it dries for the slide part of the rubber only, super slippery. I use lithium white grease spray for the tracks part of the slide.
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