Electric Awning Question

[tmac00]

We have just taken possession of our new Palomino 23 BH and are excited to get out camping. The question I have is about the Electric Awning. The tech at the place we purchased could not stress more the fact the awning is a "Sun Shade" and should not be expected to withstand any wind and or rain. He kept repeating this to the extent that I am afraid to leave it up overnight for fear of a heavy dew "ripping it off of the trailer"! We are long time PUP owners and have used the awning during monsoons, any suggestions? Thanks.

[ianblaster]

If your awning is the type that doesn't have adjustable arms then yes, he is exactly right. I hate my electric awning. I have no way to adjust one side lower than the other so rain can run off. I left it out during a light rain and water started pooling in the middle. If I had not been there the extra weight probably would have eventually bent the tube or separated the fabric from the TT. I would much rather have a manual awning.

[twins89]

If the winds are strong and making it jump and the rain is a monsoon,, bring in the awning. You push the button and it winds up. Better safe than sorry. Yes, that is what insurance is for but having an awning torn off your camper, means your camper has been permanently damaged !