17' Series Annexe curved roof bars

[Pace]

Yeah true Soaring, though how ever you set up is personal choice. As for us, l like to position at 90o, off the van, then secure down as relgate 1st link details.
Pace.

 

[AndrewC]

So how many people just leave the bottom of the bars attached to van? I would think this would be stronger than pegging down. Obviosly the bars sticking out at 45deg might catch the odd head, but I've seen a lot of people using front and rear shade scraeens (which stops you walking under the bars), and leave the side open.

I have never un-clipped mine off the van yet. Just one more thing to set up and pack up!

But, i do know some people that set them up off the van every time as they tend to walk around with their eyes closed and walk into the bars when clipped onto the van

 

[SP4RKI]

I loop the ropes over the barrel on the edges. Doesnt seem to damage it.
There are some commercially available products like this
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/CARAVAN-..._Parts_Accessories&hash=item3382ad58a5&_uhb=1
but a normal rope with spring etc will do fine.
There is also this sort of thing
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/CARAVAN-..._Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a2d6a84d7&_uhb=1

For my money, I always get the ropes onto the awning as soon as it's out. I've heard too many stories of gusts of wind coming up and flipping the awning over as soon as you turn your back.

Thanks relgate,
My parents also gave me the tip to get the ropes on ASAP.......
Love the links, but I think your right the normal rope and spring will suffice!

 

[SP4RKI]

I use the "C" brackets like @relgate's second link and ratchet straps instead of ropes. The brackets clip into to track groove once the screen is on. Use them every time along with my "screw in" pegs. Also anti-flap things Doesn't move.

Hi Xpandafan,
i think I could have done with your setup last weekend in the hacking wind and rain!
Instead, I took the easy way and rolled it up.... Then went to the trusty forum to seek advice!

 

[SP4RKI]

Hi SP4RKI, i did this, all 316ss from Bunnings. As relgate said the ropes (double) are the first thing on after awning is out.

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The parrot approves it also!

And the great ideas just keep on coming!
Thanks also to Burnsy

 

[Brad & Donna]

I always unattach and peg down if staying in one spot for more than an quick overnight stay, I believe it gives you far better access around the van Than leaving them attached. Peg down, 2 quick guide ropes and 2 curved awning bars - never had any dramas in windy weather

 

[Xpandafan]

So how many people just leave the bottom of the bars attached to van? I would think this would be stronger than pegging down. Obviosly the bars sticking out at 45deg might catch the odd head, but I've seen a lot of people using front and rear shade scraeens (which stops you walking under the bars), and leave the side open.

Sometimes for an overnight stop. Straight down and pegged with screens on.

 

[Brad]

I would have thought pegging down is stronger but for short stays I leave them latched into the van with a couple of ropes.