Atrox Caeda
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I'm toying with the idea of throwing an awning on my roof rack. Which one do you like and why? My biggest concerns are ease of use and how it attaches. Pictures would be awesome, thanks!
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shootmymime
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I've thought about using PVC pipe and a tarp
Atrox Caeda
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Yea, I've been thinking about that idea too... I want it to be solid and not have to worry about it. I may design something and use some vinylized nylon or cordura and laminate it with a PU or something if I can figure out a good frame design. I think PVC would be too delicate.
griplimited
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^ Painter's pole. The extendable type.
Brian757
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Many people in the Toyota world use Tepui for their durability and customer service.
Tepui Roof Awnings(Click for Link):
Honestly, they're quite pricey but Rhino Rack makes some nice awnings, and they mean business! Some of the above posts are substantially cheaper than this idea.
Rhino Rack retractable awning(Click for Link):
(HERE IS THEIR COMPLETE LINEUP)
Tepui Roof Awnings(Click for Link):
Honestly, they're quite pricey but Rhino Rack makes some nice awnings, and they mean business! Some of the above posts are substantially cheaper than this idea.
Rhino Rack retractable awning(Click for Link):
(HERE IS THEIR COMPLETE LINEUP)
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Jaketino
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I wonder how durable they are. If they could take the wind, then this would be a cool idea.
spenedwrds
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I just got done building mine. Just need to to add a few things. I made this out of pvc pipe and a 8x10 tarp. Super cheap. And it mounts to my rack
spenedwrds
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I took a 1" peice of pvc pipe screwed the tarp to it. Then took a 3" peice of pvc cut a 1 1/2 out of it all the way down. Slid 1" and tarp inside 3". Then took ends that went from 3" to 2" put them on then put caps on the 1". And I'm working on a crank hadle to go on the end. But that's the basics of it
xcmountain80
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Shady Boy
Jasonredwood
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I looked up the sandy boy price... is $485 correct?
Seems like you might as well cough up the dough for the Foxwing then.
I do like the compact nature of the shady boy though.
Seems like you might as well cough up the dough for the Foxwing then.
I do like the compact nature of the shady boy though.
98OzarksRunner
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I have one of these. It attaches to the roof rack easily, is easy to set up and store, and is cheap.
Kirkham's Auto Canopy @ Kirkhams
Kirkham's Auto Canopy @ Kirkhams
NJCatalana
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MyHigh
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It's like you read my mind!! I've been working on this setup in my head for a while now. Just no need to get'r'done just yet. Add some guy wires and she should be pretty sturdy.
Excellent job!
Konkordmusk
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Here is a great, humorous awning DIY for anyone looking to create their own.
How to build a quality awning for less than $100 - Expedition Portal
How to build a quality awning for less than $100 - Expedition Portal
xcmountain80
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Back in the day they were $325 shipped, I looked at the fox wing to update the look amd usability but they are a cool grand if I recall. Nope just looked into it, the shady boy coming up for sale isn't directly from their site, you have to inquire about price and color option through an email, seems like the $485 is a markup. Then I looked up the foxwing, on jegs.com it's $572 shipped.....that's a helluvadeal! If you have the coin and the length on the side of your truck I'd go that route.
Aaron
Atrox Caeda
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Those are some awesome ideas! Thanks for the input everyone!
Atrox Caeda
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I think I could make a batwing design now checking out this guys write up. I've got a sewing buddy... I think this could be fun. That write up is hilarious.
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