Replace your RV's old or damaged awning roller and fabric with this heavy-duty assembly. Fits Solera XL 21' power awnings that extend 9'8" from your RV. Installs more easily than replacing just the fabric.
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To determine what size roller and fabric you need, measure from the center of your Solera awning's left arm to the center of its right arm. You can also measure the width of your old roller and replace it with a roller that's the same size, but measuring the distance between the two arms will give you the most accurate dimension. Do not order based on the old fabric width, as it will be too short.
Can you replace just the awning fabric without the roller tube? The answer is absolutely yes - but do you really want to?
To replace just the fabric on your awning, you will have to disassemble your whole awning anyway, just like you would if you were replacing the roller and fabric assembly. When you get your new fabric, you will have to unfold it and let it lie out for a good while to get rid of the creases. Then you'll have to painstakingly feed the fabric into the roller tube and into the awning rail on the other side. Once your awning's put back together, you'll still have to extend and retract it multiple times, tweaking and tugging at it to try and get the fabric centered and wrinkle-free between the roller and the rail.
If you get the roller/fabric combo right from the get-go, it's going to make it so much easier. You just have to feed the other end of the fabric into your awning rail and attach the new roller to the heads on your awning arms. Roll the awning in and out a couple of times to get the fabric even and you're done. Save your weekend and get the roller and fabric kit.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (69 Customer Reviews)
Replace your RV's old or damaged awning roller and fabric with this heavy-duty assembly. Fits Solera XL 21' power awnings that extend 9'8" from your RV. Installs more easily than replacing just the fabric.I like the awning because it was very easy to install and easy to operate. I installed in an hour using several neighbors to help lift it into place. The wiring was straightforward. I did have an issue because I had to mount it next to a window frame but by making a few shims out of aluminum stock at the fastening points everything looks and works great. After several days at the beach it was never adversely affected by the wind, and I could easily move it as the sun moved and it kept me in the shade.
I just finished installing the Solera Power Awning. I was impressed with the durability and engineering of this awning. I did have to make some modifications (shims added to the vertical supports), but that was due to the critical length of the awning, and where it was placed on the motorhome. I also custom painted the vertical supports to match the motorhome.
I did deviate from the suggested installation. After installing the top rails, I mounted the right vertical support first, then slid in the awning roller. I then held up the left side of the roller with a ladder, and installed the left support. As a result, we only needed two people instead of three. I think it would have been more difficult to try to slide the whole unit (left/right supports and roller) into the rails as one unit. The reason being is that this unit (as a whole) has some weight, and would be a bit unwieldy!
I am very satisfied with the final product and how it operates, and we are very much looking forward to hitting the road and trying it out!
The online application made it easy for me to find the right product. The ordering process was easy. The right product was sent. The only problem was that the 2 pieces were delivered on different days. However, I think this is the shipping company's fault and not etrailer.
Awning great install went well , cover for motor was broke needs replaced , The 2 assembly’s where just rapped in plastic when unpacked found motor cover broken .
Never been happier with a product, was an easy install with a second person helping. The extra 20 inches of shade is really nice here in the Sonoran Desert.
Awesome! Just unbelievable communication to begin with which made everything easier! Also the information available through details and videos also made the choice clear and simple. My arms on awning bent and the awning was old faded so it made the decision for me..time for new. Installation was super simple and easy. All of 30 minutes took longer for my friends to come and put hands on it than it did to install. Once on just incredible the more coverage!!! The pitch adjustment is just a pull so simple and this units arms are much taller to the point I can walk under them (6’4”) which I could never do before. Really happy and etrailer shipped way faster than expected.
It was a great addition to my trailer. It was easy to install and it works great.
The project is a 1988 Holiday Rambler Aluma Lite XL. The original 21 foot manual awning needed a lot of work so I decided to go power. The 13 foot extra long awning is just super. Lots of good shade. Needed a little special attention to the installation because of the structure attachment points. Turned out great, does a super job!
Easy to follow instructions, great product high quality materials. Freight shipping seemed damage product etrailer resolved problem very quickly.
So far so good! The awning was slightly damaged in shipping. They offered to pick it up and send another. Angela B. was helpful in sending me replacement parts instead. while I haven't used it yet except while installing, it seems to work well.
I ordered the Solara awning that you expressly said fit my model number however the mounting arms are to long and run into a running light and leveling jack button so I either have to modify my trailer or buy a different awning.
Unbelievably great product. We are now the talk of the campground. Neighbors helped us install our new electric awning the foot and a half more for no drip on our concrete pad. We are so pleased. What a great product. Installation took two hours.
Well, shortly after installing it, it would not respond to the switch and needed to be deployed manually a couple turns and then would unwind with the switch. I know I should have said something but I don't use it alot and just forgot about it
Etrailer always has the correct part and their customer service is exceptional. Shipping is very fast. They are great to work with, whether I am repairing or upgrading my RV.
made a stressful situation better. Knowledgeable and accommodating. I was educated by her as a new RV owner, and you have earned by business for a long time to come. Impressive and professional - a great customer service experience. I own 2 small businesses and this is teh exact type of talent we are always searching for.
The install was easy and the shade works just fine. Very satisfied with it.
Well had problems with the truck freight, arrived in two shipments. The first the end of awning roller tube was damaged,awning was not damaged so I accepted. The arm shipment box was damaged but arms looked fine, but afterwards I found no switch, mounting hardware, or instructions. Etrailer got all I needed for the installation but it took a while to get the missing parts. My advice on accepting delivery is if the box is damaged don’t accept it!! Install went well, my son, grandson, and installed in a couple of hours. I really like it. Will get so pictures and post later
My order was not delivered
Had a hard time having this item delivered via UPS with damaged item received. etrailer was great and helped by sending a new item. Again had a hard time getting any local RV shop to schedule an installation time so I finally did it myself with the help of my wive and neighbor. If I read the instructions correctly they read to line the vertical arms with the awning rail. I wish I mounted it at least 2" lower as now the roll is above the awning rail so when fully retracting the awning it pulls downward and not horizontally inward.
To date I have camped with it about eight times and I have noticed a small tear in the awning fabric near the awning rail. Just hope it does not begin tearing. Again, being mounted too high seems to put undue stress on the awning fabric when fully retracted. Also, it does not do well with any wind, but is fine when I stake it down.
On the good side, it is so nice to have an electric retractable awning which makes set up and tear down that much easier with camping. The extra length adds to shade and the adjustable pitch is a snap.
Overall I am very happy with the product now that I finally received it and got it installed. I just hope the awning material does not tear or the motor give out
Good product although be cautious of the advertisement claims and the warranty.
Great awning easy install definitely need 2 people awesome shade and easy to adjust
It’s the perfect replacement for our rig. If you have a side out on the door side, this gives you a little extra room under the awning. The brackets that attach to the camper are longer than the old awning’s but that’s no problem. The only thing I have noticed that’s a downside is it is a bit slow going in.
Great awning, excellent transition between colors. A bit long for shipping, recommend picking up direct if possible. Overall nice awnings and beautiful once installed. Oversize awnings don’t like wind, be careful using if any wind, can be difficult to wind up if windy, motor is slightly undersized. Overall very happy, beautiful awning and hardware.
Nice awning. We like the extra shade and also being able to tilt the awning to accommodate the movement of the sun
This awning arrived exactly as promised and performs exactly as expected. We purchased this last year as a replacement to one damaged on our travel trailer by 60+ mph winds. The install directions were well-written and easy to follow. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this product.
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Condition: Surface Scratches
Notes: Item has minor cosmetic scratches on one end. Otherwise new and unused.
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