04-06-2020, 06:51 AM
Well, for myself, I like Zip Dee manual awnings. I have had a 1990, 1995 and now a 2001 Foretravel equipped with all manual window and patio awnings. I do not currently know of the 1990 but worked fine for me through 2006. The 1995 and 2001 awnings are all working fine.
The patio awnings have strecher arms to keep them deployed providing a triangular support. As a result they will stand steady in more wind than an unsupported electric awning. Especially during a modest rain event. If heavy rain is predicted or I am leaving the coach, I roll up the patio awning but not the smaller window awnings. The window awning have endured some blustery winds but are much smaller sail area vs patio awning.
BUT, I can not stand inside and push a button to command the patio or window awnings to deploy or roll up. I would be interested to hear of a 1995 electric awning still working with no replaced parts or major adjustments.
As always, there are better electric awnings and lots of so so ones. Same it true for manual awnings. Pick what makes your heart smile.
The patio awnings have strecher arms to keep them deployed providing a triangular support. As a result they will stand steady in more wind than an unsupported electric awning. Especially during a modest rain event. If heavy rain is predicted or I am leaving the coach, I roll up the patio awning but not the smaller window awnings. The window awning have endured some blustery winds but are much smaller sail area vs patio awning.
BUT, I can not stand inside and push a button to command the patio or window awnings to deploy or roll up. I would be interested to hear of a 1995 electric awning still working with no replaced parts or major adjustments.
As always, there are better electric awnings and lots of so so ones. Same it true for manual awnings. Pick what makes your heart smile.
Rudy Legett
2003 Foretravel U320 4010
ISM11 450 hp Allison 4000R
Factory Authorized Aqua Hot Repair Center
Southeast Texas Area