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Old 03-01-2007, 05:26 PM   #141
InsideOut
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Originally Posted by Gen Disarray
How do they do with rain?
We've been caught in several rain storms...we dip a corner or peak the center so it can drain. You have to dip a corner on a Zip Dee too. Of course, if you know it's coming...that's one thing, if it sneaks up on you that's another. We try to take our awning down if we are going to be away for awhile and it might rain.
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Is the door blocked by the awning?
No, not at all.
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Do they do ok with the wind?
Depends on how strong...no awning should be left up in micro-burst type wind storms. I saw several Zip Dees thrown over the trailer and ripped off the rail at the Springfield MO International Rally. Major damage to the awning, the "donor trailer" and several adjacent trailers. At least with a pole-style awning, there isn't a frame involved. Again if you are going to be away, stow your awning if there is any chance of a windstorm. Gentle breeze...no problem.

Shari
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