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04-20-2016, 12:23 PM
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Cable driven slide adjustment
Anyone have some good tips on adjusting the cables for my slides?
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Kris, Lindsey, and the Three T's.
2011 Bullet Premier 31BHPR
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04-20-2016, 12:37 PM
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Are yours not adjusted correctly? Any slop in the lines?
Here's the manual: http://norcoind.com/bal/downloads/ac...ice-manual.pdf
Adjustment starts on page 6.
One think I'd watch out for is to make sure the cables do not rest against the jamb-clamp. Think of the jamb-clamp as the inside aluminum frame, the cables come through a little diamond shape holes. If the cables rest against the aluminum, while you're driving, you've got metal on metal, which is bad for the life of your cables.
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04-20-2016, 01:03 PM
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when the slide is all the way out there is slack in the cables. Also when I retact my main slide there is a loud pop/bang sound and some times the slide stops about 2/3 the way in and has to be extended again and then comes on in ok. I was told the cables needed to be adjusted. I thought the slide may need lubed but wasn't sure what to lube?
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04-20-2016, 04:43 PM
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It might need lube, but jump in the 5th wheel section and read about slides jumping.
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04-20-2016, 06:54 PM
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I'll let you read the manual on the lube (don't have an answer off hand).
I can tell you that our cables sit tight (tensioned) in both the out and in positions, so I think you've got something up...
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04-20-2016, 07:00 PM
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Another tip in addition to using the instructions already brought to your attention by dcg, is to modify a wrench to make adjustment easier.
This is mine:
Hopefully the cable adjustment takes care of your issues.
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RoadMaster Shock Kit
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04-21-2016, 05:07 AM
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slow's wrench looks like a "line wrench" - you can buy those without needing to build one..
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04-21-2016, 06:00 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dcg9381
slow's wrench looks like a "line wrench" - you can buy those without needing to build one..
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I never heard of a line wrench. Where are they available?
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2015 F250 XLT SB Crew, 6.2l gas
PullRite 16K SuperGlide w/SuperRail
Reese 5th Airborne (bagged) Pin Box
RoadMaster Shock Kit
X-Factor Cross Bracing
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04-21-2016, 06:10 AM
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I meant the "round end" - They're available at any auto store or online. Sears has a set. They're used for more "grip" than a standard open in wrench, typically used when removing or installing brake lines. They grip more of the nut/bolt.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-10-pc...B&gclsrc=aw.ds
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04-21-2016, 08:18 PM
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They work great on tubing nuts. The almost boxed end won't slip as much as an open end and doesn't round the flats. Mine are Proto.
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04-24-2016, 01:50 PM
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I just read through the entire manual. I'm still confused on how they work. I also have a cable that I think is rubbing horizontally. If I read it correctly I have to adjust the bracket. Seems like I could just push the cable over a small amount and maybe put a spacer of some kind in it. What do you all think?
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05-10-2016, 04:29 PM
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Tom,
Our slide suffered a cable breakage last year while on a camping trip. Best guess was that there was sufficient (excess) cable slack that caused the cable/chain connector brackets on the same side to snag each other when their paths crossed. The cable snapped right at the threaded portion. There was enough slack in the parted cable that I was able to use only the eye bolt from a repair kit to put things back in order. At this point, the slide extends and retracts, but I still need to eliminate the excess slack on 4 of the cables. Until the cables are properly tensioned, my wife operates the slide while I stand on a stool and watch the cable/chain brackets to ensure they don't meet again.
Another problem with excess slack in cables is that a chain/cable bracket can catch on the end bell of the motor. This may cause the same problem as when brackets collide with each other. I intend to address the issue of excess slack before we hit the road again.
It might be nice if there was some sort of divider between the cables to prevent snagging of the brackets, but a divider would prevent a person from inspecting the outboard cables for proper tension.
Good luck with your slide.
Regards,
Craig
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05-10-2016, 05:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by craign
Tom,
Our slide suffered a cable breakage last year while on a camping trip. Best guess was that there was sufficient (excess) cable slack that caused the cable/chain connector brackets on the same side to snag each other when their paths crossed. The cable snapped right at the threaded portion. There was enough slack in the parted cable that I was able to use only the eye bolt from a repair kit to put things back in order. At this point, the slide extends and retracts, but I still need to eliminate the excess slack on 4 of the cables. Until the cables are properly tensioned, my wife operates the slide while I stand on a stool and watch the cable/chain brackets to ensure they don't meet again.
Another problem with excess slack in cables is that a chain/cable bracket can catch on the end bell of the motor. This may cause the same problem as when brackets collide with each other. I intend to address the issue of excess slack before we hit the road again.
It might be nice if there was some sort of divider between the cables to prevent snagging of the brackets, but a divider would prevent a person from inspecting the outboard cables for proper tension.
Good luck with your slide.
Regards,
Craig
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Thanks Craig. I know I have to adjust at least one cable when the slide is in It has too much slack. I believe I may have one of my outside cables that needs it too. I wish the videos and other on line help showed all the guys and not just the what we can see.
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03-03-2020, 09:47 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tbos
Thanks Craig. I know I have to adjust at least one cable when the slide is in It has too much slack. I believe I may have one of my outside cables that needs it too. I wish the videos and other on line help showed all the guys and not just the what we can see.
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We had the same problem this weekend; the loud popping sound when trying to let the kitchen slide out. Upon looking noticed not only was there a good bit of slack the cables had actually crossed and were coming off the bottom pulley crooked i.e, crossed. Anyone had this happen and have any DIY solutions?
And, on the home made wrench, is that in place of the tool that is zip tied to the cables on the top of the slide?
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03-03-2020, 11:02 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by slow
I never heard of a line wrench. Where are they available?
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rhttps://www.harborfreight.com/sae-double-end-flare-nut-wrench-set-5-pc-68865.html
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