To my knowledge there is no method in the aftermarket of straightening a bent extruded aluminum awning roller tube.
How to straighten an rv awning.
Some can be manipulated somewhat but will always show evidence of the damage.
Today rv doors have rounded top edges to prevent any undue awning wear.
With sharp edges a hastily swung door could tear an awning leading to all sorts of costly problems.
In the old days there was no bigger enemy to an rv s awning than the doors of the rv.
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Some can be manipulated somewhat but will always show evidence.
In accordance with instructions on a e awning fabric replacement i removed the fabric and roller assembly.
Rv doctor dear gary is it possible to straighten an awning tube.
To my knowledge there is no method in the aftermarket of straightening a bent extruded aluminum awning roller tube.
In order for the canopy fabric to remain straight and roll up square and evenly unfortunately the tube will need to be replaced.
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I then acquired 3 pieces of drainage tubing cut in half lengthwise about 1 foot long each and some heavy fabric that closely fit the circumferance of the tube to act as a cushion while straightening the tube.