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Old 06-15-2011, 09:13 AM   #1
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Awning wind speed limits?

Does anyone know of, or have an opinion about, the wind-speed limits for the awning? I probably retract the awning too often for fear of a gust sending it sailing into the next county.

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Old 06-15-2011, 10:49 AM   #2
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Re: Awning wind speed limits?

No idea on wind speeds, but I can say having the screen room option up does reduce the effect on the awning flapping around.

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Old 06-15-2011, 03:38 PM   #3
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Re: Awning wind speed limits?

Better too often than not often enough.
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Old 06-15-2011, 05:55 PM   #4
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Re: Awning wind speed limits?

Most of the rain in this area is accompanied by sprightly wind (as am I after a good meal of rice and beans). We've used our awning more for shade than wind protection, but I wouldn't be without it.



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Old 06-15-2011, 06:31 PM   #5
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Re: Awning wind speed limits?

Best to drive with the awning closed than to test it on a freeway for wind speed tolerance
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Old 06-15-2011, 07:32 PM   #6
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Re: Awning wind speed limits?

Hi: Garand...If you want to see the "Wind-speed limits for the awning"...watch the movie RV with Robin Williams!!! Also a good lesson on draining the black water tank too . Alf
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