Questions before you order a manual awning for RV
Does this awning include the fabric, roller assembly, arms/legs and hardware?
Does this awning include the fabric, roller assembly, arms/legs and hardware?
The awning comes with a roller tube, fabric, arms, rail track, etc. We pack the awning with an installation manual, so you can install the awning accordingly. For your reference, here is our awning installation video. Please kindly check it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zxw8DG53szk
How to choose the correct RV Awning size?
How to choose the correct RV Awning size?
If there is an old awning on your RV, please measure its size from arm center to arm center.
If not, please measure the awning size and avoid obstacles such as the RV doors, windows, cabins, etc.
It would be much better if you could confirm the designed installation position of the awning with your RV factory.
If possible, please email us your RV picture, our salesman will help you to mark and confirm the awning size.
How to install the awnings? Is it difficult?
How to install the awnings? Is it difficult?
Please review installation video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zxw8DG53szk
We didn't think it would be difficult, according to customer feedback, it will take around 2-3 people and 3 hours.
How long are the legs from ground to awning?
How long are the legs from ground to awning?
At least five feet. Our awning installed height is 72.5 inches from the sail track to the bottom bracket of the arm. Please see the following drawings. If you have a taller vehicle, you can increase the length of the arm by extending the set screw of the awning arm (we provide it with the awning). The awning will fit your RV. If your body is short, we can customize the arm for you and ship it from the China factory.
Can we use the current awning sail track?
Can we use the current awning sail track?
Yes, our awning fabric can fit Dometic, Carefree, and Lippert awnings, the fabric poly cord is a common size and can fit different brands of awnings sail track
Is the awning fabric water-resistant? Will it keep my camp stove and cook station dry in the rain?
Is the awning fabric water-resistant? Will it keep my camp stove and cook station dry in the rain?
Hi, our fabric is water resistant, but we suggest you put the awning close on rainy days. A large amount of water accumulates on the fabric, which will bend the pipe, which is very unfavorable to the maintenance of the awning. If you must use it on a rainy day, it is recommended that you lower one arm to let the water flow down.
Can I replace my old electric rv awning with a manual rv awning? Hi. I have a 2015 Jayco camper that came with an electric awning. I want to replace it with a manual awning. Is this possible? I have heard that it is and also that it isn’t.
Can I replace my old electric rv awning with a manual rv awning? Hi. I have a 2015 Jayco camper that came with an electric awning. I want to replace it with a manual awning. Is this possible? I have heard that it is and also that it isn’t.
Yes, it is no problem to change the electric one to a manual one. Actually, if you take off the old electric awning completely and install a new manual awning, it is simple to change. Take off the old one, and cut the wire at the RV outside. Then measure the manual awning size on your trailer and install the parts. It is simple. Since different brands and types of awnings have varying installation requirements, it needs to drill extra holes around the old awning installation positions.
Can this awning replace complete RV awning kits from brands like Dometic, Lippert, RecPro, ShadePro, and others
Can this awning replace complete RV awning kits from brands like Dometic, Lippert, RecPro, ShadePro, and others
Yes, Awnlux rv awning complete kits can replace most brands' rv awning kits in the market.
What is shipping size? Will it be shipped out in 2 parcels? What is the weight of the awning?
What is shipping size? Will it be shipped out in 2 parcels? What is the weight of the awning?
Our awning will be shipped with two parcels, one for fabric around 85cm width, and another one for the frame around 180 cm-230 cm depends on the awning size. The weight is about 68lb.
What is the extension size of this rv awning kit? What should I do if the installation height is not enough? My installation height is 68".
What is the extension size of this rv awning kit? What should I do if the installation height is not enough? My installation height is 68".
Our awning standard extension size is 8 feet. The standard height is 72'44" (from sail track top to bracket bottom). If your available height for installation is 68", here we have two optional suggestions for you:
1. You may purchase our standard model and DIY cut the arm height.
For your reference, this is the video instruction you may check first:
https://youtu.be/VmOz8vj9ITE
If you need any assistance with installation, please don't hesitate to contact us.
2. We could custom the arm height for you, please send an email to admin@awnlux.com
Is the fabric already attached to the roller?
Is the fabric already attached to the roller?
No it is not. The roller is also in pieces that need to be assembled. Very quality awning and easy to assemble.
Do you sell the light strip that goes inside the awning? It looked like you had them in some of the pictures but we could not find it under accessories and the awning did not come with it.
Do you sell the light strip that goes inside the awning? It looked like you had them in some of the pictures but we could not find it under accessories and the awning did not come with it.
We have a LED Stripe Groove but we don’t offer the LED strip. For your reference, our sail track channel is 12 mm in size. An LED strip with a 10-11 mm width, which should be easy to find locally, will fit directly into the channel.
Can your manual rv awning be cut down? I need like 7’4” center of arms.
Can your manual rv awning be cut down? I need like 7’4” center of arms.
Yes, we can customize the awning size with 7'4" from arm center to arm center, but need extra shipping cost from our factory.
Any needed, please email to our service@awnlux.com
Do you sell the led stripe?
Do you sell the led stripe?
Sorry, we don’t offer the LED stripe. For your reference, our sail track with 12 mm channel for led stripe An LED strip with a width of 10-11 mm, which should be easy to find locally, will fit directly into the channel.
Are there any screen attachment options for this? Do you sell other rv accessories?
Are there any screen attachment options for this? Do you sell other rv accessories?
Yes, we sell rv sunshade screens. Also, we sell rv accessories including S hooks, center support, clothes hangers, etc. You can search https://awnluxpro.com/collections/rv-parts-accessories
Why is this designated as an "RV awning"? Why can't it be installed on a home over a patio, or deck??
Why is this designated as an "RV awning"? Why can't it be installed on a home over a patio, or deck??
Sure, it can be used on the home, we have customers install the awning at home.
Can this awning be installed on a non smooth camper?
Can this awning be installed on a non smooth camper?
Yes, it can, but please kindly ensure the RV body is straight and the installation position is a smooth face, if not, please add a stainless steel plate at the bottom.
What kind of adhesive do you recommend for installing the hardware to the motorhome like in the video?
What kind of adhesive do you recommend for installing the hardware to the motorhome like in the video?
Silicone sealant or butyl tape
Question during the awning installing
How to confirm the install position?
How to confirm the install position?
- Check around the awning, no obstacle will influence the awning operation.
- Confirm there is a backer within the structure of the wall install position. (Refer to the manufacturer to proper location)
Please note, Use silicone sealant or butyl tape on the back.
I didn‘t find the sail track. where is it?
I didn‘t find the sail track. where is it?
Normally, we put the sail track in the middle tube, please kindly check the tubes.
Do you pull the tension spring pins with the awning rolled up close to the trailer or pull them when it's fully extended out?
Do you pull the tension spring pins with the awning rolled up close to the trailer or pull them when it's fully extended out?
The pins need to be taken off on the top. We turned 7 circles at the factory to make the springs with half tension, when the awning pin is taken off from the top and pulled out. It will add extra tension for the spring. Could you please watch this video and reinstall the awning again? It is easy, only a few steps change.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhgbVv9QgjM
Step1. Completely open the awning at the bottom, Insert the pins back, and then take off the arm.
Step2. Rolling back the awning completely roller by hand, connect the awning arm on the top of the awning, like below picture. Then take off the pins.
The awning with work well.
Can I cut the awning tube to the size I needed?
Can I cut the awning tube to the size I needed?
You can, but we didn't suggest it.
Because the awning fabric is matched with the tubes. If the tube is shorter, the fabric will be useless, unless you can cut the fabric and sewn it.
But if you insist, here is the video for your reference.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxgdrRw-4ig
Do you sell the rail track? I don't have a rail track. Could you help resolve this issue?
Do you sell the rail track? I don't have a rail track. Could you help resolve this issue?
We do sell the rail track. However, as it will be shipped out from China, the delivery fee would be high. So, we suggest you buy the same rail track in your local store. Or for a more economical choice, you may prepare 2 Stainless Steel Plates as replacements. The width should be over 10 mm, and the length should be over 1.9 m-2.0 m.
I wanted a white frame, but I received a black frame. What should I do?
I wanted a white frame, but I received a black frame. What should I do?
Please contact our service team at admin@awnlux.com. We will help check if it is our warehouse mixed it up.
What should I do if the awning is less tense, and cannot be closed or opened completely?
What should I do if the awning is less tense, and cannot be closed or opened completely?
The spring is less tense now. Do you still remember when did you take off the pin when you installed the awning?
The pins need to be removed at the top while fully closed after the awning is attached to the RV body.
because We tensioned the spring at the factory, so it will be half-tensioned. If the awning pins are removed at the top, the pulling-out progress will add extra tension (the other half), so the spring tension works well.
Since the awning doesn’t work well, could you review this video and try reinstalling the awning? It is easy, with only a few steps to follow.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhgbVv9QgjM
Step1. Fully open the awning, insert the pins back, then remove the arms.
Step2. Manually and fully roll back the awning, connect the awning arms, and then remove the pins.
The awning will work well after these.
If not, please take a video or advise us of your contact No. Then our technical person will help you directly with the problem.
Company FAQs
How long have you been in business?
How long have you been in business?
We've been in the RV sun and shade control business for more than 15 years. We manufacture many of our own products, replacement fabrics, Vista Shades, Dash covers and Windshield covers. We use the highest quality materials and pride ourselves on innovation and craftsmanship.
How can I contact someone at Awnlux?
How can I contact someone at Awnlux?
Ask us a question by simply filling out theAwnlux Contact Table or by email at admin@awnlux.com
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