Awning Recommendation for 2016 Ram ProMaster 2500

Question:

HI, I would like to purchase an awning for a ram dodge promaster 2500 with a 159inch wheel base. What size awning should I purchase . It has never had an awning installed before. What are the pros and cons of motorized vs manual awnings? Thank you for your response. Carol

asked by: Carol S

Expert Reply:

To mount an awning on your 2016 Ram ProMaster 2500 I really like the Thule HideAway Roll Out Awning # TH620001 that is 10-5/8' long x 8-1/8' wide. This mounts directly to your ProMaster and will give you some shelter from rain, or some shade on a sunny day.

You can use the Dodge ProMaster Van Adapter # TH301649 for Thule awning # TH620001 (10 5/8') so you can mount the awning without drilling into the van.

The Thule HideAway Roll out awning is manual, and it comes with a telescoping hand crank to roll the awning in and out. I would say the big benefit of a manual awning is that there is no electronics to worry about, and it's a less involved install because there is no wiring.

The Solera RV Slide-Out Awning # LCV000165063 you referenced is for a slide out on a RV. It actually protects the top of the slide out; when the slide out box extends the awning comes with it to protect the it, and retracts with the box for storage.