Solera Awning Flaps In Even Light Winds

Question:

I have a grand design 5th wheel reflection. It has lippert/sclera awnings. With the slightest wind we need to pull awning in to prevent the flapping. Book said not to use tie downs. Recommendations please.

asked by: Ron

Expert Reply:

Wind is super frustrating with awnings as the only solution is to roll the awning up to prevent flapping. If yours is flapping in even lighter winds that could mean your awning is wound tight enough and there isn't enough tension in the fabric. You want to wind the roller 14 times to get the correct tension.

If you had a Solera Smart Arm awning you could add a wind sensor with part # LC715123 which automatically retracts the awning when it detects wind based on three sensitivity settings.

expert reply by: Jameson C