I had an RV shop install a roll tent on my 16ft trailer. They put a roller on
the door to push the tent fabric out of the way. I don't like the roll up. The
struts are always in the way. Last season, I bought two 10x10 ez up knockoffs
(SunShade) from my local Home Depot ($160 each) . They work great and a quick
to put up. With legs on full height position, it clears my trailer door. I
subsequently bought side curtains from SunShade ($52 each, some clear, some
solid nylon) so I can protect myself from the weather at places like the
Runoffs. Holiday Canopies makes very nice canopies, but expect to pay about
$2k. Assembly is a hassle also.
Sadek Charles H DLVA wrote:
> Roger,
> I too have been looking at this. Most are less than 9' deep but
> come in any width up to about 21' or so. Several companies make them but I
> don't know which ones are better. About the door. You may have to consider
> rolling the canopy up when opening and closing the door. There isn't much
> room above the door on most trlrs. I have to lift my awning (free-standing)
> when I close the door at the end of the day or open in the am.
> I am interested in any off line replies.
> Chuck Sadek
> YS 73
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Karnopp, Roger J [SMTP:roger.j.karnopp@lmco.com]
> > Sent: Thursday, February 17, 2000 12:17 PM
> > To: vintage-race@autox.team.net
> > Subject: Trailer Canopy or Awning
> >
> > Hello Fellow Vintage Racers,
> >
> > I have a 22 foot enclosed race trailer and would like to add a
> > canopy/awning
> > to it. A 12 foot and 20 size would likely work out fine. My initial
> > thoughts are to attach one side of the canopy to the trailer. I do have a
> > 4
> > foot entry door and would need to clear the slope of the canopy when
> > swinging the door open. I'd appreciate any ideas or suggestions as to
> > techniques that have worked for you. If you could recommend any awning
> > manufactures/suppliers that would also be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Roger Karnopp
> > MK-6 Titan Formula Ford
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