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Post by MarthaS on Sept 15, 2016 7:36:36 GMT -8
I am so glad this thread was resurrected!! I get to have an awning without paying an arm and a leg! I checked both the Amazon link and the ebay one, they have several options and I think I found the one I'll be getting.  It really turned out much better than I had expected. Very pleased with it. Post pics when you get yours!!! |
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Post by mtucson on Sept 15, 2016 10:28:32 GMT -8
We ordered an awning from JC Whitney that was right around $100 I think. Another option.
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Post by mel on Sept 16, 2016 4:37:50 GMT -8
That looks great and matched your camper perfect. I am curious what you had to do it it to make it ready for use. Did you add grommets for the poles? and sew on cord to fit the track? anything else im not thinking of? Thanks Mel. We love it. As LadyW stated we didn't add the scallop. Since the scallop was designed for the extra metal piece on the retractable awning, we couldn't figure out a way to attach it to the awning and get it to "hang down". Even my co-worker who is an experienced seamstress found it would be difficult and since we were ok without having it on, we skipped it (at least for now). Yes, the feed rope that came with was sewn into the fabric and it works so slick with the "C" Channel we installed. We also bought a grommet kit from Amazon and it was very easy to use to add the three grommets. I think I would want the scallop, im interested in seeing how the edge of it is? so I could brainstorm if I could figure out how to attach it or not. Im not sure I would buy it if I cannot sew it on. |
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Post by mel on Sept 16, 2016 4:42:33 GMT -8
We ordered an awning from JC Whitney that was right around $100 I think. Another option. Im not seeing any on their website for $100, which one did you get? photo?  |
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Post by mtucson on Sept 16, 2016 8:56:54 GMT -8
JC Whitney item #12617G, which is now listing for $137.68. Great awning, great fit and went up super easy. Has the scalloped edge. We got ours in white and gold. Will try to download a picture.
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Post by Ziggy66 on Sept 16, 2016 13:05:00 GMT -8
JC Whitney item #12617G, which is now listing for $137.68. Great awning, great fit and went up super easy. Has the scalloped edge. We got ours in white and gold. Will try to download a picture. There is a promo code for 10% off which would make it $123.92 and the shipping is free! Promo code: FS9NMB |
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Post by ladywendolyn on Sept 17, 2016 5:42:28 GMT -8
Thanks Mel. We love it. As LadyW stated we didn't add the scallop. Since the scallop was designed for the extra metal piece on the retractable awning, we couldn't figure out a way to attach it to the awning and get it to "hang down". Even my co-worker who is an experienced seamstress found it would be difficult and since we were ok without having it on, we skipped it (at least for now). Yes, the feed rope that came with was sewn into the fabric and it works so slick with the "C" Channel we installed. We also bought a grommet kit from Amazon and it was very easy to use to add the three grommets. I think I would want the scallop, im interested in seeing how the edge of it is? so I could brainstorm if I could figure out how to attach it or not. Im not sure I would buy it if I cannot sew it on. The scallop can be sewn on using a folded edge trim that is sold on Sail-right.com I am going to guess that the reason it looked hard to sew onto the front is because it possible had something in it to thicken it (like a strip of metal or something), or it was folded over thick. I would simply and carefully trim the edge on each side that you are going to sew together, including the big awning front if necessary. Then place both sides into the folded edge trim and stick it up. The raw edges will be inside the fold. I may end up using this awning myself, buy if I do, I am going to buy two of the and cut the second one into side scallops and a front window canopy. It's such a good deal, and so waterproof that it's hard to resist buying it. My only hesitation is that I can't get a sample of the red color. I am wondering if anyone who has the red one can take a photo of the color next to a can of coke for me. MarthaS ? (Thats how its done on eBay to clarify color tone). SaveSaveSaveSave |
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Post by MarthaS on Sept 19, 2016 3:55:52 GMT -8
I think I would want the scallop, im interested in seeing how the edge of it is? so I could brainstorm if I could figure out how to attach it or not. Im not sure I would buy it if I cannot sew it on. The scallop can be sewn on using a folded edge trim that is sold on Sail-right.com I am going to guess that the reason it looked hard to sew onto the front is because it possible had something in it to thicken it (like a strip of metal or something), or it was folded over thick. I would simply and carefully trim the edge on each side that you are going to sew together, including the big awning front if necessary. Then place both sides into the folded edge trim and stick it up. The raw edges will be inside the fold. I may end up using this awning myself, buy if I do, I am going to buy two of the and cut the second one into side scallops and a front window canopy. It's such a good deal, and so waterproof that it's hard to resist buying it. My only hesitation is that I can't get a sample of the red color. I am wondering if anyone who has the red one can take a photo of the color next to a can of coke for me. MarthaS ? (Thats how its done on eBay to clarify color tone). SaveSaveSaveSaveSure. We'll be camping this weekend and I can do that. I don't know if my red is the same as the just the red and white one. My awning is the Multi-stripe one that also has a tan stripe ( www.amazon.com/ALEKO-Retractable-Awning-10-Feet-Stripe/dp/B00PVX41P6/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1474285960&sr=8-11&keywords=aleko+awning ) It looks the same in the pictures. Here is the red/white one www.amazon.com/ALEKO-Fabric-Replacement-Retractable-Awning/dp/B00KCTKKDQ/ref=sr_1_30?ie=UTF8&qid=1474286061&sr=8-30&keywords=aleko+awning If that is the case, then the red is more of a burgundy. But I'll get a pic of mine up soon for you. |
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Post by MarthaS on Sept 19, 2016 3:58:22 GMT -8
Thanks Mel. We love it. As LadyW stated we didn't add the scallop. Since the scallop was designed for the extra metal piece on the retractable awning, we couldn't figure out a way to attach it to the awning and get it to "hang down". Even my co-worker who is an experienced seamstress found it would be difficult and since we were ok without having it on, we skipped it (at least for now). Yes, the feed rope that came with was sewn into the fabric and it works so slick with the "C" Channel we installed. We also bought a grommet kit from Amazon and it was very easy to use to add the three grommets. I think I would want the scallop, im interested in seeing how the edge of it is? so I could brainstorm if I could figure out how to attach it or not. Im not sure I would buy it if I cannot sew it on. I will use the scallop for the picture for LadyW so you can also see how the edge is on it. I can only sew on a button so any sewing job seems daunting to me. |
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Post by MarthaS on Sept 25, 2016 18:20:06 GMT -8
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Post by jeremiah on Dec 5, 2016 6:29:34 GMT -8
I like the material, but it seems like such a waste having nice material hanging loosely wit ropes. I would build a frame that would hold it firmly and straight . But that's the style if awning I like
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Post by mel on Dec 5, 2016 10:19:38 GMT -8
ladywendolyn, you are the seamstress on the board right? I had thought about making an awning out of this plastic coated material, really only because of the price. Its like a rain coat type of material, do you know how that would hold up to the elements? Here is a link to the fabric I was concidering www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30304383/Still also considering the other options on this thread too
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Post by cheri on Dec 5, 2016 16:47:30 GMT -8
I bought a JC Whitney Shadmaker awning a couple years ago. Is was on sale for $114.97 delivered. It came with everything including the aluminum awning rail (didn't use), poles, ropes and stakes. Since I don't sew, I thought it was a good deal. It only came in gold and white. <br><br>It is not as cool as the ones in this thread, but it slides right in to the rail on my camper and works great.
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Post by mobiltec on Dec 21, 2016 15:22:35 GMT -8
I like the material, but it seems like such a waste having nice material hanging loosely wit ropes. I would build a frame that would hold it firmly and straight . But that's the style if awning I like Back in the day.... they had guyless steel awning structured frames that held themselves up with three posts and three or four rafter posts that went from the leading edge of the awning back up to the awning rail. Once put together it held itself up nice and sturdy without guy lines. Those suckers are heavy though. The bag full of metal weighs a ton and a half LOL... And the awnings were thick canvass able to withstand the elements and the tension on the frame. Also very heavy.... |
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Post by jeremiah on Jan 28, 2017 5:31:47 GMT -8
I like the material, but it seems like such a waste having nice material hanging loosely wit ropes. I would build a frame that would hold it firmly and straight . But that's the style if awning I like Back in the day.... they had guyless steel awning structured frames that held themselves up with three posts and three or four rafter posts that went from the leading edge of the awning back up to the awning rail. Once put together it held itself up nice and sturdy without guy lines. Those suckers are heavy though. The bag full of metal weighs a ton and a half LOL... And the awnings were thick canvass able to withstand the elements and the tension on the frame. Also very heavy.... . Today I am sitting in Quartzsite Arizona at a huge rock festival there are many suppliers that sell any kind if fitting and pipe to make a frame to heep solid shape. Very sturdy! To create your own frame . |
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