I have a broken tilt mechanism on my patio umbrella. The button slider has snapped in half, leaving the top portion flopping around. Is it possible to repair just the tilt mechanism or does it require the whole mechanism be purchased as a complete assembly?
Bryan
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I would be inclined to contact the manufacturer to see if the tilt mechanism has ever been offered as a separate part. Depending on how old your patio umbrella is and how often there have been similar problems the separate parts may never have been available. Usually the parts are specific to each manufacturer. Below is a couple of web sites that can give you information to check out. As is mentioned there are few generic parts for patio umbrellas. Particularly if it was purchased at one of the big box stores. This is one of the reasons why the prices at these stores are usually lower than small stores. The manufacturers do not stock any parts or maintain a service department hence the lower cost.
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Patio Umbrella Repair
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Patio Umbrella Pole Replacement Parts
Anonymous
My patio umbrella snapped off at this area over the weekend but it was my fault as I left it open during heavy winds. No way to fix it. Ordered one from Amazon for $65 with prime shipping. Same one was $30 more at Home Depot. Love Amazon
Joseph
I used a standard metal hose clamp around the tilt mechanism area and tightened it well, no more unwanted tilting. If you want to lower the umbrella, simply loosen the clamp and let it slide down the pole.
-Joe
California