Diy build resources this page gathers useful information related to the mercedes sprinter van aimed at the diy campervan builders in mind.
Diy awning for sprinter van.
Many people on the sprinter forums and instagram have installed the awning using one pair of thule mounting feet.
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Rack mount 490001 which seems to be marketed towards regular automobiles with roof rack systems.
Apr 21 2016 i have been in the market for a rear awning solution.
There are two different thule hideaway awning models.
Upholstered wall panels for your van.
Wanted to make an awning for my van so i did.
I have been in the market for a rear awning.
Although we personally converted a ford transit van there are a lot of similitudes between any platform transit promaster sprinter nissan nv and most of what you ll find on our website is applicable to any camper build really.
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For the diy awning install you need the thule awning and the thule mounting brackets and some aluminum bar stock 1 8 thick and 1 wide.
80 20 cost and weight.
Their 9100 power awning weighs a hefty 68 5 pounds so would be best suited to larger sprinter vans with an impressive projection of between 10ft 21ft depending on the model.
Awning install option 2 the diy way.
Link to support poles.
I tried the smaller fiamma and it was way to wide to mount on the rear.
Some dometic electric awnings do have a built in wind sensor that automatically retracts the awning in high winds however this particular model does not.
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Attaching cabinet hardware to 80 20 extruded aluminum framing.
How to detail wash and wax a van or rv.
80 20 extruded aluminum van cabinet plans.
As of feb 19 thule mentions a sprinter specific adapter in testing.
Whether you re just looking for a simple sunshade or a fully enclosed bonus room a van awning can open up a ton of possibilities on the road.
Roof mount 620001 which is a little more expensive but mentions that it is built for sprinter promaster vans.
Conclusion on camper van awnings.
Thule designed the awning for two mounting feet.
Thule hideaway awning install.