WD-40 is not a lubricant

P.S. It's a vynil 8-0, 6-8

Chris that can definitely occur on older homes after settling with force onto the header or a bow in the floor. Aside from using flat bars on the bottom, a trick we often use is to cut a 2x4 at the inside dimension of your sliding glass door frame opening maybe up to 1/2" longer and starting from the jamb sides and slide it towards the center. This should expand the inside opening without causing too much strain. Even just a bit can allow the vent to come out so you can change out the wheels. Once reinstalled it would be a good time to refasten the door frame so it holds true. Hope this helps.

Without seeing it would be difficult to know for sure, but there should be some fasteners that may just need to be tightened.

Depends on the door type, some manufacturers have a mohair gasket that can be reinserted if the vent is removed, some have a bulb type gasket. Sounds like it could be worn/ flattened from usage. Best bet is to snap some pics or video and visit the supplier to see if they have some available, and instructions on how to replace it.

​Great, thank you! I'm going to take it off the rail and check it out tomorrow and will go from there 👍

yes, both silicon or oil based spray lubricants will work, however they leave an oily residue and scent, whereas the wax style sprays do not, and also leave a nice lemon or other scent.

No to the wd40. Yes to silicone lubricant.

Difficult to say without knowing the product, but a heavier duty door could be a Lift and Slide instead of a typical slider, but Pledge would work on most friction points. Just like waxing ski's or a snowboard.

Did this get answered? I have the same question, and would love to know.

@@kari8248 no, we've been told by the developer who installed them that this is how they are designed and meant to work. Very strange...

why does it give them work?

Robertson screw, square design. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robertson_screw

Robinson is the original name for Phillips head screw, but they had a slightly different design. Same cross pattern though. There is a really cool story behind it that you can find on youtube as well if you are a tool buff/ mechanic, etc.

I’m seeing how to lube my slider. The previous video I watched said if lube doesn’t help, the problem may be the wheels which probably requires a maintenance fellow to come “fix” the wheels. So I’m just saying, maybe your issue is the wheels. Dunno but I’m not using Pledge Thats for sure. What a build up mess that seems.

thats cuz this one has been inside its whole life and never seen dust or dirt to begin with then you got mr clean over here who does god who knows how many demonstrations on how to pledge the tracks too get it to roll smoothly. Excoet it only works that good in there because as i said it doesnt ever see any dirt. Try that shit outside where dust and dirt blows around when people walk over they drop a litlle bit of sand or dirt off their shoes. Before you know it youll have lemon scented mud clods in your track. This is not a prime example to follow I dont think

Once a door is installed and set up properly, the 2 strike plate holes that are fixed are for 3" security fasteners.

without seeing photos or the door it sounds like the door vents have not been adjusted after installation. Possibly minor adjustments of the vent rollers are needed which is on another video or quite possibly the door was installed out of square. If you still cannot adjust it, you can contact our local service department for assistance. They will be able to advise you of the estimated service charge to send out a technician, and they will do their best to close the gap.

@@StarlineWindowsTonyDeBonis how to i show you a picture

Weather stripping

@@zzman5306 from where to buy

Hi Kim it would depend very much on the condition of the track and the material it was made of. If it slightly bent upwards it may just have jumped out a bit, and may need to be snapped back in. A flathead screwdriver and some soft taps with a hammer usually does the trick. If it is more than that, my suggestion would be to take a short video and or pics of it, and show the manufacturer of the patio door. Most track replacements are quite easy to do once you remove the sliding panel. Hope this helps!

Bend it back in shape with pliers.

I am no expert on other manufacturers products, but some have adjustment screws on the end where we have or just inward on the interior face of the patio vents on the bottom of the style just above the door sill. Most patio rollers are adjustable and have an access adjustment screw. Maybe search your suppliers website for instructions. Hope this helps.

its a canadian invention superior to slot and phillips heada. because of royalty rights, it has not been marketed well outside canada.

@@ehdubz604 Hard to believe I never heard of it. If I run across one can I buy one in USA ?

@@scrumthebum2451they’re in many screwdriver bit sets, I have several sizes of them in my kobalt bit set (

use a level and make sure door is plumb

Line it up with the jamb. Leave a small gap between the slider and the jamb. You should be able to see the same gap from top to bottom. A level doesn't matter if the jamb isn't plumb. If the jamb is off, the slider should match.

Those doors weigh 50lbs! Lots of people can’t pick those up.

a lack of close-up shots puts a slight "dent" in understanding the vid a bit harder, for amateurs (like me) n not wearing protective gear (goggles) when operating an electric tool is a cry of safety risks.