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Old 12-18-2013, 07:49 PM   #1
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Default Cable problems in freezing weather?

We are planning on taking our '69 HiLo from Indiana to AZ in the next few days. We'll be passing through some cold/freezing weather on the way and may even do some boondocking. Has anyone had problems with their cables going up or down in the cold? Do you think it would be a problem? The cables are in good condition, but I'm wondering what we can do to keep them working well in the very cold weather. Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks!
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I don't see where the cables should have any problems with the cold. These type of cables are used in many other applications in cold temperatures with no problems.
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I live in northwestern Pennsylvania where it gets pretty darned cold. I have never had a problem with the top lifting or lowering. The battery could be most effected by cold weather, just be sure it is in good shape.
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I would just make sure to lubricate your cables/pulleys and guide rod to prevent any corrosion from salt or other chemicals used on the roads to melt snow and ice. Not sure if they use salt in the states your traveling through, but better safe than sorry ! Have a good trip.
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It's been a long while since I've observed this but as I recall road slush could be slung up there and then refreeze. That'd likely create problems lifting the top.
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Thanks, it's a relief to know it shouldn't be a problem. Our insulation between top and bottom isn't so good, so I can see where that might allow road slop up into the cable area. Maybe we can come up with a way to protect them if we feel that's going to be an issue. I certainly wouldn't try raising it with a lot of snow on it, and I see on another thread where someone suggested cleaning snow off the roof before lowering as well.
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Your insulation must be a northern thing ...
my southern HiLo goes Commando (nekid).
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I would just make sure to lubricate your cables/pulleys and guide rod to prevent any corrosion from salt or other chemicals used on the roads to melt snow and ice. Not sure if they use salt in the states your traveling through, but better safe than sorry ! Have a good trip.
I'm curious about something. I've towed my Hi-Lo on very wet and muddy roads. The outside front and back of the trailer, as well as the wheelwells, have gotten extremely dirty. Yet, the underside of the trailer, particularly the bottom of the floorboards, the cables, the pulleys, the lift cylinder, etc. are totally clean and look like new. Is this unique to my model (24T)?
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