noise when slides move in and out

[pathfinder]

When we put our slides in and out they squeak even though we have sprayed with silicone lubricant. They have a racketing sound mainly the big slides.

[Art-n-Marge]

This is now happening to me the last few times I extended and retracted the slides, even though my rig sits in my driveway. I think I need to spray some more areas that I didn't get underneath, but I'm thinking the squeal is from the rubber surrounds that are very dried out from sitting so long and I hope it's the same squeal you mention.

Don't forget to apply conditioner to the surrounding rubber. I haven't done this in a while, but let me know if this helps. I'm gonna use a can of slideout rubber conditioner that I have acquired from an RV store nearby.

[jimcol]

I think it was SNFEXPRESS who supplied this: http://lci1.com/images/Flyers/LIPShe...-gear-pack.pdf . Might see if it helps your situation. Jim

[pineranch]

Try spraying inside the slide support housing.
Mike

[snfexpress]

Jim,

Yes, the oil is the preferred way.

[1retired06]

Assume slide adjustment still good? If not, resulting drag can create some noise. Over the years I had had to make slight adjustments several times, and noise was first sign. If lubricating does not do the trick, check adjustment.

[sreigle]

Is it the seals or does the slide mechanism need lubing (dry lube only)? The ratcheting sound makes me wonder if that's it. Ours will act a little jumpy when they move when they really, really need lubing.