Thule awning - handle stuck

[Wessexwanderer]

Hi funsters. We are currently in the loire valley enjoying the heat (35c today) but have a bit of a problem. Having wound the awning out for some shade I now cannot remove the winding handle! We have a 2016 Bailey 540 with a Thule awning supplied by Rose Awnings. its done it once before but I managed to wiggle it free. Any ideas please as to dismantling or fixing before I borrow a hacksaw and buy anything other than a Bailey?

 

[DavidG58]

John Rose told me they had a customer arrive with the handle gaffer taped to the side of MH

It needs a slight lift / push up and turn at approx 45 degree angle to side of MH

On ours there is a rivet can’t remember now whether it’s in line with spigots or not but it’s one of the two

 

[DavidG58]

Above is stuck in

This will release, the rivet is in line with the slot

And yes I really have just gone out and taken these

 

[DavidG58]

I can’t see the rivet now

 

[Wessexwanderer]

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Above is stuck in


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This will release, the rivet is in line with the slot

And yes I really have just gone out and taken these

Thanks David such dedication is to be applauded! But it won't rotate far enough to line up....

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[DavidG58]

Push it in a bit then twist

 

[DavidG58]

And now ignore my bit about rivet, it appears to be the exact opposite

 

[DavidG58]

Fancy asking such a question at this time of night we don’t drink mid week, tonight is top up night

 

[Burrzz]

These are a complete nightmare. Are you tall? We have found standing on a small stool gives a bit more pur base. Good luck

 

[denisejoe]

give it a tap up up then it should engage works on mine

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[bobnick]

Hi funsters. We are currently in the loire valley enjoying the heat (35c today) but have a bit of a problem. Having wound the awning out for some shade I now cannot remove the winding handle! We have a 2016 Bailey 540 with a Thule awning supplied by Rose Awnings. its done it once before but I managed to wiggle it free. Any ideas please as to dismantling or fixing before I borrow a hacksaw and buy anything other than a Bailey?

It's not Bailey thats the issue it's Thule. I have a Bailey and a Thule.
Push the winder up, half turn, you should be able to see the T at the end of the winder to line up to remove.
I had the same issue until i sussed it.
Fiamma are a much better awning.

 

[CutThroatJake]

I have had this issue and a fellow Funster explained that you need to wiggle it gently until it releases. Worked for me for the past 2 years

 

[Wessexwanderer]

Thanks for the replies guys but the winder won't turn far enough to line up the lugs with the slots. It will only rotate about 45 degrees in either direction before it starts moving the awning!

 

[DavidG58]

If not by already out hopefully it will look a lot more obvious in daylight

There is always gaffer tape

 

[DavidG58]

Thanks for the replies guys but the winder won't turn far enough to line up the lugs with the slots. It will only rotate about 45 degrees in either direction before it starts moving the awning!

It does need a little push up, probably only 5mm but it’s critical

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[Oldrat]

Once or twice mine has been reluctant to come out, I think it was just a case of persisting and wiggling!

ISTR that knocking the pole upwards made the difference.

 

[CutThroatJake]

Whatever you do DON’T try and force it. They are temperamental things

 

[DJT]

Maybe spray some silicone into the winding mech will help if you haven’t already done it.
NOT WD 40!!
DJT

 

[scotjimland]

NOT WD 40!!

why not ?

silicone spray is good on plastic and rubber components

WD will free off seized mechanical parts, lubricates and will also clean off dirt

Myth: WD-40 Multi-Use Product is not really a lubricant.

Fact: While the “W-D” in WD-40 stands for Water Displacement, WD-40 Multi-Use Product is a unique, special blend of lubricants. The product’s formulation also contains anti-corrosion agents and ingredients for penetration, water displacement and soil removal.

 

[TizzyOnTour]

You’ve probably thought of this. I’m wondering whether if you completely wind the awning back in, you will meet enough resistance to gently wiggle the handle free?

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[bobnick]

That WD40 stuff cleared my bad back once, good stuff

 

[Flairy]

I thought it was me I nearly always struggle to get the winder out but John rose did it easy several times ,so it’s me.

 

[TizzyOnTour]

I thought it was me I nearly always struggle to get the winder out but John rose did it easy several times ,so it’s me.

I find it fiddly too. Probably not everyone's view, but we did find the Fiamma on previous vans much easier.

 

[our poppy llll]

Have you done it yet, if not..make sure your crank handle is lengthened, position your crank handle so it runs in line with the crankhole, not straight against the Van. (IE.Like ladders leaning against a wall) Push the crank handle gently as far as it will go into the crankhole, turn the crank handle first about 2mm clockwise, then anti-clockwise about a quarter of a turn, gently pull the crank handle out of the crankhole keeping the crank straight but at an angle to the Moho. If the crank has got stuck, turn the crank handle clockwise and anti-clockwise without using force, a few times then try again.

 

[Wessexwanderer]

You’ve probably thought of this. I’m wondering whether if you completely wind the awning back in, you will meet enough resistance to gently wiggle the handle free?

I'll try that!

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[Turka]

It's not Bailey thats the issue it's Thule. I have a Bailey and a Thule.
Push the winder up, half turn, you should be able to see the T at the end of the winder to line up to remove.
I had the same issue until i sussed it.
Fiamma are a much better awning.

agree, we had Fiamma much easier. The Thule handle can be a pain in the butt

 

[scotjimland]

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[Wessexwanderer]

Have you done it yet, if not..make sure your crank handle is lengthened, position your crank handle so it runs in line with the crankhole, not straight against the Van. (IE.Like ladders leaning against a wall) Push the crank handle gently as far as it will go into the crankhole, turn the crank handle first about 2mm clockwise, then anti-clockwise about a quarter of a turn, gently pull the crank handle out of the crankhole keeping the crank straight but at an angle to the Moho. If the crank has got stuck, turn the crank handle clockwise and anti-clockwise without using force, a few times then try again.

Thank you poppy 111 - that worked!

 

[Revolvor]

Have you done it yet, if not..make sure your crank handle is lengthened, position your crank handle so it runs in line with the crankhole, not straight against the Van. (IE.Like ladders leaning against a wall) Push the crank handle gently as far as it will go into the crankhole, turn the crank handle first about 2mm clockwise, then anti-clockwise about a quarter of a turn, gently pull the crank handle out of the crankhole keeping the crank straight but at an angle to the Moho. If the crank has got stuck, turn the crank handle clockwise and anti-clockwise without using force, a few times then try again.

Thanks for this. I've bookmarked this post, as mine has been a bit reluctant to disengage sometimes.

 

[Lenny HB]

why not ?

Fatal on nylon and some other plastics, makes nylon swell, many a Motorhome step and door hinges ruined by WD40.