Dometic Awning issue (shoulder or set screw)
Hello all, We are new to the camping scene and recently purchased a 2010 Sunnybrook 269 THX. We went on a little three day excursion to Indian Lake and have already fallen in love with our new hob...
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The bottom bracket must hold the entire weight of the awning, whether retracted or deployed. That shoulder bolt is a stop to keep the arm high enough that it fits over the top bracket.
IOW, As stated, the problem is the bottom bracket needs a sturdy attachment. That said, both stops should be installed so the awning is even when retracted, and if the bottom brackets are not even, the stop bolts should not be as well.
FWIW, the A&E 8500, 9000, and 8300 Sunchaser with nested hardware are functionally identical, but theoretically you need the exact hardware part number to match parts.
Looking at your pictures, I question the installation. The bottom bracket should be in to the floor line, or a reinforced area. It should never be simply screwed to a sidewall with no backing.
IOW, As stated, the problem is the bottom bracket needs a sturdy attachment. That said, both stops should be installed so the awning is even when retracted, and if the bottom brackets are not even, the stop bolts should not be as well.
FWIW, the A&E 8500, 9000, and 8300 Sunchaser with nested hardware are functionally identical, but theoretically you need the exact hardware part number to match parts.
Looking at your pictures, I question the installation. The bottom bracket should be in to the floor line, or a reinforced area. It should never be simply screwed to a sidewall with no backing.
