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Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 05-31-2022, 06:37 AM
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Posted By ChuckS
The UHMW strips I’ve used are installed...

The UHMW strips I’ve used are installed underneath from end to end give coverage over the torn Darco I had at both outer edges..

My slides are all hydrauilc thru the frame with no rollers..wear...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-29-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
Three images I cut from a short video I have of...

Three images I cut from a short video I have of the slide moving on the UHMW strip on the wear bar, a shot just as the UHMW beveled edge is about to drop down off the wear bar and a shot showing how...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-29-2021, 05:35 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
I think I emailed all the folks that asked for a...

I think I emailed all the folks that asked for a copy of my PDF on the repair I used for my torn Darco.. If I missed someone send me another PM please...

Use the info in the PDF as you see fit...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-28-2021, 06:27 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
There is NO adhesive that I’ve researched that...

There is NO adhesive that I’ve researched that will adhere to UHMW reliably
I used a dab of proflex on the screw threads when I installed and they are not gonna back out
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-28-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
Tape.. OF ANY kind placed over the top of Darco...

Tape.. OF ANY kind placed over the top of Darco is gonna bunch up and make a waded mess and tear the Darco even more …yup.. I did try that

Now it MIGHT work ok for a slide out with rollers … I...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-28-2021, 06:22 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
The 17 degree angle is at this point for me still...

The 17 degree angle is at this point for me still a thought..I have now cycled this slide out close to 100 in/out cycles with not an issue..

The material needs NO lubricant ever..UHMW is self...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-25-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
If anyone on this group would like the PDF I...

If anyone on this group would like the PDF I wrote regarding my repair of the Darco with HUMW PM me and I will email it to you.. The file is about 5.8mb in size with a lot of pics and more info on...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-25-2021, 07:56 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
Nope... the thickness of the UHMW ( depending on...

Nope... the thickness of the UHMW ( depending on what a fella chooses ) isnt gonna amount to much... at .0125 (1/8) thickness it made zero difference on my slide out Darco bottom with the slide out...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
NOTE.. in my case the Darco frayed damage was...

NOTE.. in my case the Darco frayed damage was limited to the outer edges.. about 1 to two inches wide...

I measured the depth of the slide when extended and a 36" long piece x 2.5 inches width...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 01:20 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
I would seek the opinions from some of the OPs on...

I would seek the opinions from some of the OPs on here that are much more experienced than I... but to me tape over the Darco is a total waste and a stop gap repair at best. if it evens holds...
...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 12:42 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
Here is a pic from inside and the circled item...

Here is a pic from inside and the circled item shows both the inner and outer wear bars the bottom of the slide Ramos up onto.. fork the outside you can only see the small wear strip to the left of...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 12:05 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
AND I am sure there are some that are shaking...

AND I am sure there are some that are shaking their heads at the repair I formulated to fix my worn Darco covering and that's ok.. I had two options..
1. Take somewhere and pay $$$$ for new Darco...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 11:57 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
Your roller and wear bar setup is similar to my...

Your roller and wear bar setup is similar to my dual wear bar... there is a small wear bar strip that can be seen from under the slide out and then further up inside is a larger and wider ramp the...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 09:56 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
This link will give you a good overview of what...

This link will give you a good overview of what UHMW is.....

https://www.interstateplastics.com/UHMW?&searchtext=uhmw_plastic&withinsite=1

The screws I chose after a lot of thought and looking...
Forum: Montana Problems, Problem Solving & Technical Help 04-24-2021, 07:56 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 46,928
Posted By ChuckS
Instead of using metal to cover the frayed Darco...

Instead of using metal to cover the frayed Darco I would take a long hard look at UHMW as your repair choice.. It is very slick, excellent weight load dispersion and is very easy to work with...
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