Awning Help!! Replace or repair?
We've got broken brackets on our camper awning. Two months ago, we had a bad tire blow-out that caused a bent axle, major repairs, etc., and we wonder if the brackets cracked/broke during the bouncy ...
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We got the R.V. back from the shop today, did NOT opt for the "can't be repaired" line, and when we unrolled it to take photos to post here, we found the tag that tells us manufacture information. (Sunsetter, Dometic,an A&E product. Manufactured May 2010) Less than 5 minutes with Google, and we found the replacement parts for less than $30 INCLUDING express shipping. Very annoyed that a dealership would try to take advantage so badly, and appreciate the links and information provided here. I didn't know where to look for that manufacture's tag!
I didn't post photos with the original plea because I didn't have the RV at home and the shop is 40 minutes away.
What I wanted to know from more experienced RVers was simply whether or not the "must be replaced" verdict seemed legitimate. It was shocking to go from thinking we might have $100 in parts and labor to replace the broken pieces to $2K for a whole new awning. We don't keep that kind of spare change around! :p Needless to say, we won't be using that shop again.
Thanks for the help.
I didn't post photos with the original plea because I didn't have the RV at home and the shop is 40 minutes away.
What I wanted to know from more experienced RVers was simply whether or not the "must be replaced" verdict seemed legitimate. It was shocking to go from thinking we might have $100 in parts and labor to replace the broken pieces to $2K for a whole new awning. We don't keep that kind of spare change around! :p Needless to say, we won't be using that shop again.
Thanks for the help.
