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MandG-Fun · 03-30-2013, 12:27 PM

Looking for the easiest way to replace the pull strap for my over the door awning pull strap. The idea of disassembling the roller seems like it may be a nightmare to retension properly, but maybe I'm just over reacting. Anyone have any experience doing this job?

Glenn

BFlinn181 · 03-30-2013, 01:45 PM

I believe the Carefree Awning doesn't have an open end on the channel that the strap slides in. You'll need to do it following one of the following methods.
Using a drill:
How to Replace an Awning Strap | eHow.com
Using a Dremel tool:
Carefree Awning Strap Replacement

If you can't just pull the awning down to get at the roller, tie a rope to the top of each arm and pull from the ground.

MandG-Fun · 03-30-2013, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BFlinn181

I believe the Carefree Awning doesn't have an open end on the channel that the strap slides in. You'll need to do it following one of the following methods.
Using a drill:
How to Replace an Awning Strap | eHow.com
Using a Dremel tool:
Carefree Awning Strap Replacement

If you can't just pull the awning down to get at the roller, tie a rope to the top of each arm and pull from the ground.

Thanks Bob... the Dremel one did the trick. I have a Dremel but of course not the right bit. Back to Home Depot for the 2nd time today. Bought a cutoff wheel to cut a slot and a grinding bit. Problem solved and no wrestling with the tension spring.