Len Salisbury Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 We have a blind as above and what I would like to know is when cranking the blind out in what position should the arms that support the blind be in as when the wind blows the material flaps and touches the arms. The arms are about 9 to 12 inches from the edges of the material and are cranked at an angle. Is this the normal position? I am getting a Rafter tomorrow but have read that this for when it rains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sylvester1954 Posted June 6, 2015 Share Posted June 6, 2015 My understanding is that the bars must remain at an angle and certainly not dead straight, you probably need support straps supplied by Fiamma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Salisbury Posted June 7, 2015 Author Share Posted June 7, 2015 I have the storm straps kit but it is the edges that is causing the problem flapping like a bird and hitting the angled struts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeco Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 sorry thought the first submission failed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeco Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 I had the same problem with my Ormistor awning. The solution is to fit a curved rafter in the middle to keep the frame taut. You then need to fit an anti flap kit to clamp over each end of the fabric. I then use 2 spring loaded tie down ropes at each end on the poles. I have also found that a side wall and an end wall makes the whole setup much stronger. Yesterday mine wias in winds approx 35 knots ( according to local weather report) and worked fine. Just one end wall fitted. My photos are too large to add so if interested go to the photos in the catalogue listed below. "www.aussietraveller.com.au" look for AFK anti flap kit and CRR curved roof rafter. I paid AU$485 supply & fit (approx £240). No doubt there is a good UK manufacturer to help. The awning was the only item on our AT that I felt need beefing up, I can now sleep with the awning out at night without worrying about it doing a back flip with pike if the wind picks up.As an aside I spent a week on the Llangolen canal a couple of years ago, loved the narrowboat and the beautiful country along the way.Cheers Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebishbus Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 Hi. The normal procedure is to wind the awning out fully , then wind it back in enough to tension the top cover. Brian B. ps The arms remain bent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Salisbury Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 Geeco I live about half mile from the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Did you manage to go over it on the boat? Thanks to you all for posting replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeco Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 We travelled from Wrenbury to Llangollen & return so covered all the interesting bits, tunnel, aqueducts etc. we liked it so much we spent 10 days on the Avon Kennett last year. It is a bit like motor homing on a skinny length of water! From a tourist point of view the Llangollen canal was much more interesting than the A K with the possible exception of the Caen locks on a Sat morning, very social as the kids love using the winder to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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