Can you strap down these new awning designs?
We are still figuring out the differences in our new 5th Wheel and our old TT. One big difference is the scissor design for the awning arms on the 5er vs. the straight supports on the old TT. I have...
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You modify them by adding aluminum telescopic poles that self store. Then you can tie them down with ratchet straps and ground anchors. Do a web search. I have also added additional poles so deflappers can be used. I had mine tied down last October and it took a brief storm with 65 mph gusts recorded half a mile away at the ranger station. Running them constantly in and out works well until you have to change out your first motor.
There is a guy at Forest River Forums who makes and sells the poles and bracket kits for the Dometic 9100 for around $200, however if you can source the material you can make your own for less than $60.
There is a guy at Forest River Forums who makes and sells the poles and bracket kits for the Dometic 9100 for around $200, however if you can source the material you can make your own for less than $60.
