Solera RV Slide-Out Awning on 2021 Forest River Salem with 89 Wide Slide-Out

Updated 04/20/2021 | Published 04/16/2021

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Solera RV Slide-Out Awning - 97" Wide - Black

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$531.16

Solera RV Slide-Out Awning - 97" Wide - White

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$512.62

Question:

My 2021 Forest River Salem FSX178BHSK slide out is 89inch wide. The 8 foot topper V000168106 has only 7foot 7inch of fabric which only overlaps the width of my slide out by 1inch each side. The 8foot 6inch topper indicates a box size between 92inch to 97¾inch which is wider than my box but has 8foot 1inch of fabric which overlaps the sides of my slide out by 4inch each side. My question is which cover will work best? Thanks.

asked by: Steve B

Expert Reply:

For determining the proper size Solera Slider you need, to measure the total width of your slide room from the outside including the flange then add a minimum of 5" (2-1/2" each for the left/right side overhang). You can have greater than 2-1/2" overhang if you want, but it is suggested that you do not go any less. Since you have done so with resulting measurement of 89" you need an awning no less than 94"; you can go beyond the overhang of 2.5" each side if you choose, no worries. Just do not go less than the suggested minimum for best results.

Based on the numbers you provided, of needing something at least 94", I suggest the Solera RV Slide-Out Awning - 8'1" Wide - 48" Projection - Black # LCV000168107. This is what is recommended for slides between 92" and 97". Or in white, # LCV000163289.

expert reply by: Michael R