Chargerman Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 (edited) Sorry but I didn’t know where to post this so I’ll put it here. Moderator please move it if needed. I have the original front curtain with a motor that drives a cord for opening and closing. The motor itself functions fine but the drive wheel are worn which allows the cord to slip. Sorry I don’t have the manufacturer at hand. Does anyone know of something that works to put on the drive wheels to replace the original “tires”. I’ve tried a small piece of properly sized fuel line but it didn’t last long. Just went out and pulled the motor off. It is made by Somfy. No longer made Edited June 14, 2023 by Chargerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redstickbill Posted June 18, 2023 Share Posted June 18, 2023 Perhaps an "O" ring would work. Ace Hardware can be your friend. Bill B 07 Dynasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerman Posted June 18, 2023 Author Share Posted June 18, 2023 Thanks Bill actually need something wider. I tried a section of fuel line but it didn’t hold up long. I just tried turning the existing “tires” inside out to see how long that lasts. I’ve made some calls and it’s clear that the replacement “tires” are no longer available and haven’t been available for 5 years or so. I thing when the current setup fails I will remove the motor and install a spring pulley and actuate the curtain’s manually Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70DBoss Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 Steven, I have the same issue with my curtain motor. I did utilize a combination of the old pinch roller and rubber “O” rings and is currently working. It really needs a pinch roller. I have looked and the pinch rollers are available on eBay, I just need to measure the shaft on the Somfy. Denny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdshill123 Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 Comfy drive wheels are available from a few sources. Google Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerman Posted May 28 Author Share Posted May 28 I haven’t been able to find them anywhere. If you have found a source please share it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdshill123 Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 https://www.wanderlodgeownersgroup.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=5859&d=1279149433 Is the above the correct style? There are some places in Florida that have or had stock.Because I am in Canada zI could not get one site to open. Weird Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerman Posted May 28 Author Share Posted May 28 I’m not a member of that group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdshill123 Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerman Posted May 28 Author Share Posted May 28 When did you get them and where? Pretty sure you can’t get them now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdshill123 Posted May 29 Share Posted May 29 Did you call Somfey? Did you google that part #? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerman Posted May 29 Author Share Posted May 29 (edited) Yes and yes. You mentioned that they were available from multiple sources. Did you consider confirming? Edited May 29 by Chargerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planodp Posted May 29 Share Posted May 29 Steven, I use 3 different search engine for 9012249 and coming up with nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerman Posted May 29 Author Share Posted May 29 Thanks. I’ve tried to locate some a few times. I’ve tried a piece of automotive hose and also a piece of garden hose. Didn’t last long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuff4sale09 Posted May 30 Share Posted May 30 Not sure but maybe this company can help https://www.floridaautomatedshade.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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