Date:         Tue, 19 Feb 2002 12:29:00 -0800
Reply-To:     "Loren A. Busch" <lbusch@IX.NETCOM.COM>
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From:         "Loren A. Busch" <lbusch@IX.NETCOM.COM>
Subject:      Re: WANTED, awning for a Westy 87
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I installed an 8 ft Catalina 2500 on my '85 Westy.  Installation was
easy, setup easy and quick, no complaints.  This word of caution:  the 8
ft version only extends out about 6 feet, not far enough.  If budget
permits, go with the longer version that runs to above the front door.
It extends out farther when set up.  The awning that was already on my
current '90 Westy is also made by A&E, a model that is no longer in
production.  A PITA for one person to set up, but extends farther and
provides better shade.  This now discontinued model also provides little
protection from rain getting into the awning when it is rolled up where
the 2500 provided good protection.  Eventually I will replace the
current awning with a newer one.

Loren A. Busch
I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I am
not sure that you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.

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