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SergeantJav



Member Since: 23 Jul 2015
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United Kingdom 2015 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Corris Grey
Awning advice - any thoughts on the short list
So looking to get a side awning for a 110 to go on the OEM Land Rover expedition rack...

Looks like the 2.4-2.5 metre range is the size length wise...projection at least 2 metres seem useable.

Identified shortlist so far:
1)Front runner Easy-Out 2.5 m £390 not sure of features on this one...
2)Eezi-Awn awning 2.5 m £505 seems to auto retract via a spring mechanism...
3)Fiamma F45 S awning £440 wind out with a black aluminium case
4)Howling moon safari awn 2.5m £204 manual poles from front then back
5)Howling moon Alu awn 2.5m £250 same but alu case
6)ARB 2000x2500 £237 support manual poles from rack to front
7)Hannibal 2.4 awning £664 no legs but pants cover... easy to dismount

Worries - rot, cover creepy crawlies, weight/wind resistance, cost

Wants
1) ideally fit and forget but if rot is a factor.... ease of mount/dismount or maybe not required if the rot issues isn't a factor...?
2) ease of fit to expedition rack I have OEM rack so fitting = saddle brackets?
3) hard wearing for British weather ( no african safaris planned yet)
4) ability to easily add on sides later on ...for occasional use possible kayak changing room

Any other considerations...issues people have found? Rolling Eyes Proud to own 110XS TDCi SW..previously 90XS Td5 SW
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Terryt



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Hello mate
I originally had a howling moon awning which was ok worked well put it on April time came off November ,easy enough to slide on and off had to fit some security so as not to have it stolen .
I changes to a fox wing this year and absolutely love it great coverage covers the back and cooking area has sides that I can fit and change location of depending on the tent I'm using,I can fit it on my own have used it in some rubbish weather and it's always kept me dry .
Terry
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Tompoole



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I've always had 2m on my 90 or 3m on 110 howling moon and all have been hassle free, think if I was buying now I
Would go for fox wing all day long.
Best place to buy is Claire at trekoverland or Brendan at4x4overland.
Flat dog are cheap but customer service very poor Have fun be happy
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Hairysteve



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Foxwing has been an absolute brilliant addition to my 110 and was used a lot in summer and is taken off for winter


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SergeantJav



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Not sure I would ever have the space to set up a full foxwing ....also prefer the idea of it all being one simple unit rather than separate poles... they r cool but think for first purchase probably go simple rectangle... also remember a changing room potential... or is it a case of once tried never look back with the additional shade Rolling Eyes Proud to own 110XS TDCi SW..previously 90XS Td5 SW
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SergeantJav



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Hairysteve wrote:
Foxwing has been an absolute brilliant addition to my 110 and was used a lot in summer and is taken off for winter


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That does look bloody lovely 😭 Are they easy to dismount for winter...? Also realistically how long to set up ...? Proud to own 110XS TDCi SW..previously 90XS Td5 SW
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SergeantJav



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Also looks like the foxwing is only half up is that how they r designed as that seems like a have your cake and eat it if you can partially erect it....👀 Proud to own 110XS TDCi SW..previously 90XS Td5 SW
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Hairysteve



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LOL - it was fully erected, just a bad camera angle.

To dismount it took me the best part of 10 min to unbolt the 4 bolts and remove the additional security attached and then place it safely in the garage Thumbs Up

Here is the rear end Thumbs Up

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The process to unzip the foxwing is as simple as one long zip, unclip the bars (best to watch one of their vids) and walk to the back with the lowest bar and attach to the rear mounting point in the roof rack. This takes less than 5 min tops.

Adding the poles etc is also just a few extra minutes if required.
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SergeantJav



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Mmm thinking the fox wing et al are probably too much real estate...but cheers for the response...
Anyone got experience of these:?
Tuff-trek
1x TT-A1 2.5m plus 1x Full Awning Room only £495 inc VAT
http://www.tuff-trek.com/awning-systems.html

Seems like a copy of the howling moon safari but with a tent section for under £500... Confused Proud to own 110XS TDCi SW..previously 90XS Td5 SW
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Bows



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I bought a tarp from dd hammocks, and I bought a couple of adjustable poles. I have those ring fasteners on the flatdog rax and make my own awning, I can put it either side and can adjust the shape of it to suit the weather. I use guy lines where needed to keep the tension on it, all at a fraction of the cost of those mentioned above. Have a look on YouTube, there are plenty of videos covering tarp setups, great viewing. 2006 TD5110 station wagon
1995 300Tdi 90 truck cab
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sharkey964



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I'm with Hairysteve....Foxwing all the way>.
I had a no brand square roll out for a couple of years,it realisticly took 2 people to roll it back up,so hardly ever got used.Since I got my Foxwing i get it out at every opertuinty,(Oooo er missus?Smile)
Another bonus is the rear shade it offers,great if you cook on the rear door.

Marc


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Mountain_man



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Having been at the overland show this weekend and owning a foxwing myself..... from your shortlist it would be the Fiammi without a doubt Smile I have now done about 7 overland trips with my mate who has one on his 110 and it is the one that always comes out for teabreaks, is always the first one iup in the evening and the first one down in the morning. It is incredibly well made and strong and is the only one stored in a solid case. It will take a fair wind with the guys down but to be honest it is so quick to put in and out that you tend to wind it in overnight if there is any risk of wind. It is a matter of about 5 seconds.
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SergeantJav



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Good feedback cheers...I do like the look of the quick wind out Proud to own 110XS TDCi SW..previously 90XS Td5 SW
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boode



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I have the Hannibal 1.4 at the back of my 90 - brilliant for a bit of instant cover from the elements while trying to find something in the back - or for a quick brew with the back door also providing some shelter
Have also done some trips with a friends 110 with the full length side awning - with no poles or guys to mess with its so quick to pull out for quick shelter. He also has the full set of side walls which gives a dry area for eating/sleeping
The Hannibal canvas is very thick and hard wearing for British weather
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leeds



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Do I have to declare an interest Laughing


There are dozens of different awnings available, the OP list includes several well known and respected brands.

Now the respected reputable brands all have seams which have doubled stitch lines with proper seams made up. Also various points are well reinforced with double layers of fabric etc.

Many of the cheaper awnings have single thread seams and poor reinforcement. When looking at different awnings please bear those points in mind.

The Foxwing is a brilliant bit of kit IF correctly deployed. We have had the Foxwing out in 55mph wind without issue. We did get extra hands to help us put it away in high wind conditions.

The other thing to consider is the availability of spare/replacement parts.


Brendan
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