Are these too heavy for an electric awning? I read a review on Camping World's website that they are too heavy for a power awning. Help, please.
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We have a 2012 Montana that we use ours on. Used the same set on a Cougar (both with power awnings). Both these campers had sturdy awnings. No problems with either.
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No, they are not too heavy for the power awning of a 2012 Fleetwood Expedition, if that helps, but the Expedition has quite a sturdy power awning. I don't know what kind of awning you have, but these are not wimpy lights like the decorative/Christmas type of lights. Use the Camco fabric party light holders with them. Camco 42733 Fabric Party Light Holders I originally bought JR Products 05205 Stainless Steel Party Light Hanger, which come with flexible white tabs that slide into the awning. They are nice holders if you have lightweight lights, but I was then afraid the clips would be unable to support the weight of this string of party lights. That's when I bought the fabric lights. BTW, they take up to 60watt bulbs. I bought 40watt, which was sufficiently bright to see by. I was worried about blinding my neighbors. You might try 25watt if you just want ambient lighting. I'm going to try a dimmer switch with mine. I hope this was helpful. I'm very happy with these lights. Several neighbors stopped to ask about them. :) I'll just go ahead and post this as a review.
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These lights are not that heavy, and provide alot of light. The wind loads your awning will see in the open position will probably begreater than the weight of the lights themselves. I would recommend operating the awning manually with the lights attached, so you can verify that the lights or power cord will not bind or interfere with the automatic operation of the awning.
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These are designed for a max load of 7,500 pounds per pair of jacks. So if your RV or trailer is under 15,000 pounds total weight and/or under 7,500 pounds on the axle you plan to install them they should be fine. I put them on my 26' travel trailer which ways 8,000 pounds with full water tanks. I don't know about yours but my experience a motor home weighs much more than a travel because they have an engine and transmission and a much heavier frame. I wouldn't be surprised if it weighs closer to 15,000 pounds dry.
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Well not really sure what you are asking but I have these on a 200watt amp with no issues. They are well built and I have no problem running large power amps through them.Good luck.
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What sort of application are you looking to do? If you're looking to put it on a bus like I did, you might want to get different bolts/washers/nuts. The stuff that is included is more of a masonry/wood type of application.Also, another thing to note is that the awning does sag, more than what I'd say a typical rv awning does. If that is a probably you can look at propping it up, but for instance I'm not able to adjust it with the included hardware to a point where it goes at more of a 90deg angle from the bus.
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I am on my second set. The first ones lasted 2 years winter and all, even when I had them almost 200% over powered. I'm sure they will last much longer with the reccomended wattage.
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No. These are made for the end of the awning track to keep the rain from running down the camper side., it shuts it away from the camper. It might be worth a try without costing much tho' cutting down on the amt. of rain that reaches the awning. we love these and were well worth the investment.
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I've not had to support anything that heavy with them. Nothing over 75 LBSFor something that heavy I wouldn't use them. I would use a 4 or 5 inch wheel which you can purchase at a Home Depot or Lowes for about the same price you would pay for the EB's
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I live in PA and we had quite a bit of snow this year. My awning has about 1 foot of snow on it and it's holding up beautifully. The reason I bought the awning is because the snow made my last awning cave in and fall. No, that one was not an Arrow Patio Cover! The neat thing about this awning is that it can be used free standing as well like for a carport. My sons put the awning up for me in one day. Lastly, I don't have any leaks either. I say to anyone- Go for it!
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I need them, too! Did you ever find a solution? Find the adapters anywhere? I need heavy duty for outside Christmas lites! Thanks!
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If I ever looked at who manufactured the awning, I can't remember. I bought it for a woman across town, who I have been helping with her home projects. It appeared to be a decent unit for the price and went up and worked just fine. All the reports from her have been very favorable. I hope that is of some help to you.
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Ours has been sold so I can't tell for sure. It seems like it wouldn't hurt for it to hang past the track each end. Then again most awnings are shorter than the stated size anyway. Your track may be the standard you need.
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Hi Mark, I have this same tent and agree that some of the fixture for HID lights are heavy and I try to stay away from them. However I do have one that I continue to use and have built a support that fits above the metal frame of the tent. I made it from 1 x 2 inch hardwood. Like oak, maple or birch. It has L brackets on the ends to prevent them from pulling off. Then I hang the light from them. The wood piece goes above the metal rods to help support them. I also purchased light weight mogul base fixtures for my lights with seperate ballasts that sit on the floor. Hope this helps as that was the only thing I was not crazy about with this tent. Hi Mark, I have this same tent and agree that some of the fixture for HID lights are heavy and I try to stay away from them. However I do have one that I continue to use and have built a support that fits above the metal frame of the tent. I made it from 1 x 2 inch hardwood. Like oak, maple or birch. It has L brackets on the ends to prevent them from pulling off. Then I hang the light from them. The wood piece goes above the metal rods to help support them. I also purchased light weight mogul base fixtures for my lights with seperate ballasts that sit on the floor. Hope this helps as... » Read More Hi Mark, I have this same tent and agree that some of the fixture for HID lights are heavy and I try to stay away from them. However I do have one that I continue to use and have built a support that fits above the metal frame of the tent. I made it from 1 x 2 inch hardwood. Like oak, maple or birch. It has L brackets on the ends to prevent them from pulling off. Then I hang the light from them. The wood piece goes above the metal rods to help support them. I also purchased light weight mogul base fixtures for my lights with seperate ballasts that sit on the floor. Hope this helps as that was the only thing I was not crazy about with this tent. « Show Less
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Yes but they don't supply a lot of oil so I'd suggest getting a big jug of bar/chain oil (SAE 30). Walmart sells them pretty cheap or Amazon. This saw is a beast for being electric. I bought an extra replacement chain just in case but I've never had to put it on. I've easily limbed 1-2 cords of firewood already and the trees were 3-8 inches thick on average. I've done a few 8-12 inch trees and it requires a little more work so overall my opinion is that this saw best suits trees 8-10 inches thick or less. Overall I'm very pleased with the saw because I rarely ever need to cut anything thicker than 8-10 inches.
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Hello there - No, do not leave the twins in the utility rail. They will ruin the awning cloth quite quickly. We left ours in the slot for the season and removed them when we closed for the season. They are quite simple and install quickly. I could do it without any problems. We used ours for screening material in one slot and lights in the second. But NO, do not leave them in the slots when retracting the awning.
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You need to buy Valterra A77045 Awning Accessory Hanger- pack of 7 with hooks, so you will need 2 packs. They slide right in where the awning pull strap goes. These will last a lifetime. A lot better than those "mitten" clips for other lights. You will absolutely love these lights. They do not come with bulbs, however, so you will have to purchase them at a local store. You can put up to a 60 watt bulb in them, but for camping a 40 watt was even too much light. We found 20 watt incadescents and they work perfectly. Like I said, you WILL love these lights.
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I am using these to weigh down a 13x13 E-Z up Canopy on my patio. They have worked well. I filled my with water but you could us sand which will make them heavier. My canopy has made it through several heavy windy summer storms. Good Luck
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I am using these on 11 outside solar lamps. BUT, I rewired the lamps with G4 sockets and ran 12 V low voltage wiring to them from a cheap 12V lawn transformer. So the answer is yes if you are willing and able to do that work. Is it worth it? I think yes, if you are willing and able. I liked the glass and metal fixtures in the old solar lamps, but the electronics and battery were junk. The fixtures however look as good as a Malibu set at a fraction of the price. And these 20W equivalent LEDs are so bright that they beautifully illuminate my driveway. I can provide more info if you wish.