Bradcot "Modul-AiR"

Hi Bradcot

Thanks for the clarification, maybe I am not utilising the Velcro correctly? Next trip out will tell. 

Thanks again Pete 

Hi Bradcot hope you are still following this thread. We have finally managed to get away and try the awning again, we are having the same problem even with the Velcro attached. It looks and feels like there is enough material top and bottom but not enough in the centre of the end panels. We have tried for two hours but cannot get the awning to lay flat against the side of the Van !  We have had lots of different awnings over the years but never had this problem. Please see the pics and give your comments 

It occures to me that because the end panels are removable it could be possible that the dimensions of mine could be slight wrong even thou the prof for the zip connec is correct ? 

Looking at your photos, You haven't pegged the bottom, back corners slightly under the caravan? in the instructions for my Aspire Air 260 it tells you to do this and it pulls the back edges nearer to the side of the caravan.

Also, are you using/have the back poles? again, on mine, once you have put the flat end in the small pocket at the top you can then use the pole to push the cushion back against the caravan and peg it to the ground, I believe the earlier Air model (which I have) is the same as the Modual in that respect.

Ian.

Hi Wedgy,

Have you tried setting up the whole of the "side to caravan" before inflating the awning?

We are beginning to think that, contrary to our instructions, a better fit is achieved by doing this.

We have a draft here of how to utilise this method which I can gladly email to you to try. I have done it this way and have to say I find it easier if slightly more fiddly but the end result is far better.

Drop an email to info@bradcot-awnings.co.uk, put Wedgy in the mail so we know who it is and I will arrange for the copy to be sent.

We would normally attach a copy within the discussion but as our Jury is still out on the matter it may be too early to do so just yet.   

Hi Milo I can assure you the corners are under the van and double pegged due to the strain caused by tryingto achieve a snug fit to the side of the van which at the moment is impossible also the back poles are actually in posi on the pic but you wouldn't know it ! 

Bradcot thanks for the reply ,I will email as suggested,I assume that by "side to caravan you mean pegging all the way from underneath the van to the front corners prior to inflation? Am I. Or react I thinking that the problem I have is not uncommon? Regards Pete 

I don't doubt what your saying but in the 3rd picture (which I copied and zoomed in on) It is pegged away from the Caravan. When I peg mine I have to put the pegs in at an angle 4 or more inches under the caravan. this then allows the rubber ladders to pull the awning against the side.

Unless I'm missing something you have just pegged it in a vertical position

I have cropped a picture of mine, best I can find, (see second picture below) pegged just under the side of the caravan which makes a very good seal. This picture is my old Coachman Amara. I am now using it on my New Elddis Avante. Because of the window arrangement on the Elddis I have no choice but to have the side towards the rear coming down across the window but I can still get the cushion to make a good seal.  Hope this is helpful 

Hi Wedgy,

When you get the crib sheet all should be clear but in the meantime;

Peg the bottom of the "packer" slightly under the caravan as mentioned by Milo, connect the Velcro at the top of the packer, fit the pole including putting the foot of the pole into the secondary ladder at the point at which you have pegged, peg the front corners and, if preferred, at each main beam ensuring you keep the sides and across the front taut to establish the awnings footprint, check as before that the main beams are on top of the packer and then inflate. Whilst inflating it is vital that you assist the rising up of the awning or it may try and inflate under the caravan.

That's the abridged version but should suffice if your are on site now. The crib sheet is more in depth so might be better to await receipt of this.

Thanks for the input from Milo, very helpful. 

Hi Bradcot

Been following this thread with interest as we've been having the same problems. Emailed you Sunday for more info and guidance, but had no reply as yet. 

Hi Bush family I am awaiting a reply from Bradcot following my attempt to rectify the problem regarding awning not sealing against the caravan. I will post again when I get a reply but the MD I have been communicating with is away until the 26th and my copy to the general Bradcot site has gone without a reply. Please keep an eye on this thread as it may prove advantageous. Sorry to be rather cryptic but please bear with me.