We have a Carefree 12 volt Onetouch awning and want to know if anyone has ever converted to a manually-operated one? We are in South Texas with constant wind and the electric motor takes too long to retract the awning, especially if a sudden gusting wind comes around. Does anyone know if it can be done, or has been done, without buying a whole new awning? Thank you in advance for any information.
I doubt is, but I'm sure if you ask around someone in your area would gladly trade with you. Seriously, it can be done.
hershey - albuquerque, nm Someday Finally Got Here
My wife does all the driving - I just get to hold the steering wheel.
Expedition - Suzuki Grand Viagra
I purchased and installed the electric arms to replace my manual arms on my last class C. I kept the same roller and fabric.
I'm sure that you could get a set of manual arms to work. You will have to drill new holes.
But, if a sudden gusting wind comes around, the electric arms with wind sensor will roll up the awning before you even get up out of your chair! Seen far too many awnings end up on the wrong side of the coach because someone thought they could catch it in time!
Good luck.
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