We're trying to figure out what we want to help out with bugs........We're interested to see anything you have, and know if youre happy with it, and how hard it was to install......Rear/sede rooms, freestanding screenhouses, etc......
thanks, thats one I'm looking at. Waiting to hear from someone with a similar rig to mine that had to modify to get it to fit the curved lines of the trailer
Got your PM and will answer here, along with some pics of my install in case others might be interested also. We love the Outback system. We use the awning a LOT as it provides shade for the deck and the rear curtain. Goes up pretty fast (5min) with 2 people and after a couple of practice times. It CAN be done by one person, just takes a little longer (depending on who it is that's NOT helping , if you know what I mean). I can put it up faster by myself, than with someone that's never done it before helping me.
We've only used the screen room twice, but both times it was great. Well worth the money. Had it set up in Massachusetts for a week last summer and it made a great added room.
To answer your question, yes, the rear facia of the Rage'n had to be modified to get the brackets to fit. While this might look and sound complicated, it really wasn't after I figured out what I had to do. The hardest part was keeping Reeni calm while I removed the rear of her new TH, and took a saw to it. She makes me do a lot of these projects when she's not around.
First, I had to loosen the rear facia and pull it away from the rear of the trailer to mount the top bracket. The towel is taped up there to prevent scuffing the facia with the drill-driver.
Then, I had to cut a notch in the facia to clear the bracket when it was put back in place.
I think it looks pretty good once the facia is replaced. I then sealed around the bracket. You can see where I drilled a hole for the ramp support. My supports may be a little overkill, but I wanted to be able to have a LOAD on there, if needed, without worrying.
Here's one side arm completed.
Then, I had to cut the awning rail to fit inside the ramp door frame.
Overall, the install was well worth it and we've enjoyed using the Outback Awning and Screen Room a lot.
Hope this answered your questions, and let me know if you need any help on your install.
Later,
Al
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alpineduner wrote: I want that camp spot by the river. That is bad azz!
Where's it at?
Red River RV Resort
Red River, New Mexico
About 40 miles north and east of Taos. Great little old mining town, turned ski resort, at 8600 ft elevation. It's bordered by Carson National Forest and there are many 4x4 trails leaving from town right up into the mountains. Several mountain tops are reachable by quad, jeep, or 4wd truck. This was our trip up to the summit of Greenie Peak - About 13,000 ft.
In the summer it's a great place to visit, as well. Popular with "flatlanders" looking to escape the heat.
We were there June 28th - July 1st last summer, and overnight lows were in the upper 30's!
They have a website, and I'd highly recommend a visit there.
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, if you know what I mean). I can put it up faster by myself, than with someone that's never done it before helping me.
