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Old 04-04-2017, 02:19 PM   #1
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Spray lubricant

Question: Can the same spray lubricant that is used on the levelers be used on the slide out tracks and gears?

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Old 04-04-2017, 02:33 PM   #2
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That's what they told me at a DRV dealer, use the silicone spray.
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Old 04-04-2017, 02:35 PM   #3
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Thanks oldbird
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Old 04-26-2017, 03:16 PM   #4
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What kind of system do you have on your slide outs? If it is a Schwinteck system you shouldn't use silicone spray. It will leave a residue on the tracks that will attract dirt. The dirt e.g. sand will eventually cause the gears that mesh with the tracks to malfunction. You need to use a dry lubricant
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Schwintek specifies in their "how to lube your slide" video what lube to use.
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Old 04-26-2017, 04:15 PM   #6
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If it's a Schwintek
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Old 04-26-2017, 04:20 PM   #7
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very helpful, thank you
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Old 04-26-2017, 05:35 PM   #8
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Schwintek specifies in their "how to lube your slide" video what lube to use.
CRC brand spray according to Schwintek.
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Old 04-26-2017, 07:27 PM   #9
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The key is to look for one that uses PTFE. I use Zep45 for my slides. I also use it on the underside of the slide that contacts the slide rollers as it minimizes rolling / drag resistance (since not all slides operate on rollers).
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