Can a Standard 12' Wide Awning be Used for a Slide-Out?
Updated 09/29/2025 | Published 09/08/2025
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Question:
Can this awning be installed on a slide out? I would need the 12foot awning. I plan to also purchase 2 slide out stabilizers to use when the slide out is out to help support the additional weight.
asked by: Jim
Expert Reply:
Hey Jim!
The Solera XL 12V Power RV Awning # LCV000334919-362241 will be slanted downwards away from the RV so it will make contact with the slide-out.
for your application you need the Black # LCV000177334 or White # LCV000163298 awning designed specifically for a slide-out. I chose these based off of the 12' wide awning you were looking at, so you'll want to confirm your slide-out is slide-outs 140" - 145" wide. If you aren't sure where to measure, just check out the linked photo to see where to measure, and then let me know what you find.
Was there a specific reason you were looking at a standard awning?
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Solera XL 12V Power RV Awning - 12' Wide - 9'8" Projection - White Fade
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- Powered - 12V
- Extends 116 Inches
- 12 Feet Wide
- White Fade
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Jon G.
9/29/2025
Hey Jim, did you have a chance to check if your slide-out is between 140 - 145 inches wide for the awning? I'm asking because it could help others who are considering similar upgrades.