Lippert 272067 Solera Manual Pull Style Awning Drive Head Assembly -- Black
A direct replacement drive head for Solera spring-tension manual pull-style RV awnings. Restores smooth, reliable awning operation when the original head is worn, broken, or stripped -- compatible with short, flat, and pitched Solera awning setups.
When the drive head on a Solera manual awning fails, the awning cannot extend or retract correctly. The Lippert 272067 is the factory-matched replacement drive head assembly designed specifically for Solera pull-rod and pull-strap operated awning systems. Replacing the drive head yourself avoids a costly service call and gets your awning working again quickly.
This assembly is built for Solera spring-tension manual awnings -- the type that rely on coil spring tension stored in the roller tube to assist retraction. The drive head sits at one end of the roller tube and controls the tension engagement. A worn or cracked drive head causes the awning to droop, fail to lock, or refuse to retract fully.
Engineered to match original Lippert Solera manual awning specs -- no modification needed when replacing a like-for-like unit.
Designed for awnings operated with a pull rod and pull strap, the standard mechanism on Solera manual systems.
Works with Solera short, flat, and pitched awning configurations when matched to the correct original awning system.
Black anodized or painted finish matches the standard Solera manual awning hardware color for a clean, factory appearance.
The drive head is the primary wear point on a Solera spring-tension awning. Over time, the internal ratchet, spring anchor, or housing cracks from UV exposure and repeated cycling. Replacing only the drive head -- rather than the entire awning -- is the most cost-effective repair when the fabric, arms, and roller tube remain in good condition.
The 272067 drive head is designed for Solera manual pull-style awning systems that use spring tension for retraction. Verify your existing awning is a Solera-branded manual unit before ordering. This part is not intended for Solera power/electric awning systems, which use a motor and different drive mechanism.
Replacing the drive head requires releasing the spring tension stored in the roller tube before disassembly. This is a moderately involved repair -- follow Lippert's Solera manual awning service procedure carefully. Two people are strongly recommended to safely manage the roller tube during removal and reinstallation.