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Hello: I am interested in using an awning or umbrella to provide shade for my camper van in the desert. I have a question about a somewhat unusual application; is it possible to put an umbrella or an awning in a sleeve cylinder attached to the side of my camper van to provide roof cover? this would elminate the necessity to secure the umbrella in the ground below my camper van. Thanks,
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Tom,
ReplyDeleteIf I understand you correctly, you have a Class-B camper, or else a Van that is modified to some degree for camping. In either case, I suggest that you get one of the standard awnings that are designed for campers, and yes even Vans. They require very little modification, in that they essentially bolt onto the edge of the roof, and roll our and in manually. They have a leg at each end, that mounts to the side of your Van at a 45-degree angle, so they do not touch the ground. I suggest that you go to a Camper supply store site such as Camping World, and search for awnings as a starting point, and see what they have available. Thanks for the response.