Awning.......... OMG!

I'm not sure about thr "flappy bits" we'd have to look. Is your awning the right size? The draft skirt can be cut down to size, it shouldn't fray. You will need to buy a separate cover to completely hide the wheel. 

The instructions with ours say peg out at the caravan first and then the corners before filling in the rest. 

I assume by the flappy bits you are refering to the skirts at the corners. These should be taken round the corners and overlaped and this will keep out excessive draughts.

Ours had a seperate piece to cover the wheel but not sure all makes do the same.

Some through flow of air is good in an awning IMHO, helps prevent condensation.

Thanks everyone for your comments, prize goes to Wildwood!!

Cheers!  

Tyr googling Isabella awnings erection They are detailed and I think help you with the 'flaps' and how to peg in what order.

Generally same for all awnings

Thanks Trini, 

You may share half the prize with Wildwood! 

As for the gap above the wheel, you can buy a plastic strip which you thread your lower draft excluder through at the gap in the rail between the wheels. You then thread another piece upside-down above it (you may even get away with using the piece you cut off the excess for this) Some people attach the top of this to the van with poppers but that means drilling holes in the van, I use velcro on mine. Hope this helps

Why can't manufacturers colour code the poles in the factory?  Bradcots instruction drawing requires a Masters in Engineering to follow.

Why can't manufacturers colour code the poles in the factory?   .....

A few of rolls of different coloured insulation tape is all you need 

Why can't manufacturers colour code the poles in the factory?  Bradcots instruction drawing requires a Masters in Engineering to follow.

Never put up an awning, but lots of large tents over the years. Instructions usually leave a lot to be desired. What you need is a nice windless day, and as MM stated several rolls of different coloured insulation tape. You can then take your time working it out and write your own instructions.