Slideout Sticking

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Hi All,Just popped in the slides on my old park model trailer. They have been extended since March ( I pull them in for then winter). Boy were they stuck! Its a park model and all slides operate hydraulically from a single switch. I had to get up top and literally pull the tops from the walls on 2 of 3 slides to get them started.Is there any recommended spray or wax or silicone lubricant that I can use on my new trailer which is being delivered this week.Thanks!!

kellem · Answer

I have always used silicone twice a year on all seals to prevent sticking. I'm sure there's other products specifically designed for this purpose but silicone spray is relatively inexpensive.

edd505 · Answer

silicone spray when ever I notice sticky seals

wayneat63044 · Answer

Baby powder is recommended for slide seals as anything that makes the rubber soft just makes 'em sticky and can pull the seal apart destroying it.  (I learned the hard way.)  Make sure your seals are not damaged to prevent future leaks.

hannibal · Answer

At Camping World or Amazon, you can find slide seal spray lube and dry gear lube if you have a rack and pinion slide mechanism. I use both on mine two or three times a year. I learned about this when ours got sticky years ago on a previous rv.

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