ROCK-SOLID AWNING
The kit gives you a few options on how you can set-up and secure your awning ( both legs attacked , both legs free-standing , or one of each ). It comes with everything you ’ ll need to anchor your RV ’ s awning firmly to the ground . It includes two anchor plates , which help to secure the vertical legs of the awning when detached from the van ; two high-vis tie-down straps ; six specially designed screw-in pegs ; a 19mm socket and drill adaptor ; four ‘ winged collars ’; two ‘ hook collars ’; four special hooks that allow you to hang clothes or anything else from the awning barrel ; a couple of retaining clips ; and two rubber ‘ safety springs ’ instead of the metal springs you might find on the end of some tie-down straps or guy ropes .
What happens if the ground is too muddy for the Ground Dog screw in pegs to bite ? That ' s why Outback Tracks also sells these Big Dogs screw in pegs .
I found installing the anchor kit very easy . During my first use , the wind was particularly strong – I wouldn ’ t have ordinarily set-up an awning in that weather , so it was perfect for this test .
With the awning rolled out and detached , I had to get some friends to hold the legs vertically ; otherwise , the awning would ’ ve flipped right over the caravan , such was the wind that day . First , I fitted the anchor plates . These fit over the steel cross-pins that attach the base of each leg to each clasp on the van itself .
' Ground Puppy screw in pegs ' are also available . Designed to keep the awning mat in position , these are a little smaller and come with a cute cap to protect your feet !
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