I Love My Manual Awning
I love the simplicity, versatility and practicality of my run-of-the-mill manual pull-down awning. I love that it comes out when I want it to and it retracts when I want it to with nothing more than ...
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pompomgirl wrote:wilber1 wrote:
And eventually the pawl and dog system the lever operates wears out. Changing one can be an experience with all that spring tension.
Can a RV repair place do it, for an amount less than replacing the awning If replacing the whole awning, what is a good manual brand with the new type of system?
Yes they can be replaced. I had a new kit installed in mine for just over $100. Could have done it myself if was at home. Complete assemblies are somewhat more expensive. I don't know that one brand is better than another. Spring tension puts a lot of stress on that little lever and dog wheel and eventually they just wear out. You will know when it is worn when the awning keeps trying to go back up with the lever in the down position.
It's not a complicated or particularly difficult job but do some research if you are going to DYI. Those springs can do some damage to your personal bits if they get away from you. It's a little like trying to change a garage door spring.
