Window Curtains

WOOT · 02-02-2010, 07:47 PM

I can't be the only person breaking off the little plastic knobs that hold the window curtain at the bottom. I'm tired of replacing them......Has Sportsmobile upgraded them since mine was built? What have you done to upgrade or keep this from happening?
Thanks Woot.......

oldbonesclimber · 02-02-2010, 07:54 PM

Mine Broke early also. Speciality Window Coverings sent me a Bunch. If you are not picky about the color You can meet me at Gus's and I'll give them to you.

Paul

WOOT · 02-03-2010, 05:20 PM

Hey Paul,
Thanks so much for the offer. I have some extras but I'm just tired of replacing the little guys. I was hoping that someone had came up with a better replacement. I guess I could hit the fab shop & put together a group order....Ha Ha!! I'm going to do something as I was fit to be tied when my wife said "I broke one of the window knobs"! I knew what she was talking about & needless to say it is still out there waiting to be fixed. At least until I get a better part.
Thanks Again Woot........

jage · 02-05-2010, 10:32 AM

Wow, I have like one extra from when replacing string that had worn out from so much use. SWC is pretty good about customer service, but I think you can probably fab something out of metal, or just use a stack of washers.

Or, you could just be more careful.

Greg In Austin · 02-06-2010, 10:54 AM

I like Jage's idea of being careful....

...but would these work?

E-Zee RV Shade Handles
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WOOT · 02-06-2010, 11:22 AM

Thanks Greg but not really.....it is the plastic knobs on the outter edge at the bottom of the shades that holds the string assembly into the widow opening. They are round & have holes so the string will pass thru them. Now I'm not sure what is comming out in the new Sportsmobiles but the way mine is built sucks. The plastic knobs are brittle & break pretty easily. I know this seems like a small issue but after the 3rd, you"ll be looking for an alternative. Thats where I am now.
Thanks For Your Help.

Greg In Austin · 02-06-2010, 04:58 PM

Aahh. Sorry I thought you were looking for the knobs you raise and lower with.

surfgeek33 · 02-07-2010, 12:50 PM

That is the reason I'm going with the cloth curtains on our next expo vehicle.

Ray

hickman · 02-07-2010, 07:44 PM

I have replaced tons of those little things for customers. I have the perfect replacement part. Go to the nearest sewing shop and buy metal bobbins. Thay have the holes needed as well as the large center hole for the screw. I know thay are a little more expensive then the plastic ones but you"ll never replace them again. hope this helps