How to Determine Correct Slide Out Awning for Trailer

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I have 4 slides that I need. Flange measurements of 58” 71” 87” and 141”. So what size will I need

asked by: Randy H

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You do need 6 inches of clearance from the edges of your slide box in order to fit a Solera awning. To determine the correct slide-out awing you simply need to measure from flange to flange and the fabric will need to extend at least 2-1/2 inches beyond that measurement.

For example, if you measured 149 inches from flange to flange you would need the Solera 13' Slider (Slide-Topper) # LCV000165061 (Black) or # LCV000163299 (White). The assembly will only extend a few inches past the awning, as you can see by the accompanying photo a customer sent in of their awning when it was installed.

I have added a link to a video review as well as a link to our entire selection of awnings for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Randy H.

7/8/2019

I have 4 slides that I need. Flange measurements of 58” 71” 87” and 141”. So what size will I need

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Kyle S.

7/8/2019

Thank you for those flange to flange measurements and we have exactly what you need for each, though please keep in mind you do need 6" of clearance beyond the outside edges of the box is required to accommodate the overall length of the assembly. If you have that, here are the exact slide toppers you will need based on your measurements: - 58 Inch Flange to Flange Measurement: Solera 5.5' Slider (Slide-Topper) in Black w/ Black Hardware Item # LCV000168104 OR # LCV000163273 for White w/ White Hardware - 71 Inch Flange to Flange Measurement: Solera 6.5' Slider (Slide-Topper) in Black w/ Black Hardware Item # LCV000165063 OR # LCV000163279 for White w/ White Hardware - 87 Inch Flange to Flange Measurement: Solera 8' Slider (Slide-Topper) in Black w/ Black Hardware Item # LCV000168106 OR # LCV000163288 for White w/ White Hardware - 141 Inch Flange to Flange Measurement: Solera 12.5' Slider (Slide-Topper) in Black w/ Black Hardware Item # LCV000177334 OR # LCV000163298 for White w/ White Hardware I have also added links to some installs for you to check out which may be helpful.

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Answer 1

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Answer 3

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