Screws Or Rivets To Attach Awning Rail

Unwrap enough vinyl from roller assembly to allow for easy insertion into awning rail.

Screws or rivets to attach awning rail. We are going to fix with adhesive and a few stainless self tappers. Awning rail small x 1m length. Available in a 3 4 wood screw and 1 1 2 wood screw. Seal the open holes with silicone before installing the awning bracket.

Mark the bracket locations as specified in the manufacturer s instructions then secure the bracket with screws. Double check that the rail is level then add screws to the remaining holes in the rail. Attach each arm assembly to the roller assembly by inserting the rivet nut into the nylon washer and then into the arm channel hole. Secure using 10 x 3 4 machine screws.

Be sure to follow manufacturer instructions. If your awning requires wall brackets you can install those now as well. The keder edge of the fabric slides inside the channel of the rail forming a smooth continuous waterproof connection between fabric and awning rail. The screws you use to attach the fencing may be dependent upon the type of wood the fence is made of as well as your geographical location.

One recommendation is before installing the fasteners drill pilot holes through the cement siding with a high speed drill. However we have looked at u tube and have the general drift of how it will go. You could attach the awning rail with bolts that go all the way through the roof sidewall and use a washer on the back side inside the trailer to spread the load. After the glue sets simply reinstall the same lag screws after drilling 1 8 inch pilot holes.

Pressure treated wood if you are planking your fence with pressure treated wood you should consider using green epoxy coated screws. Next insert the arm channel into cap casting. If your internal framing consists of aluminum or steel studs instead of wood supports you may have success simply going to a larger 5 16 lag screw as you ve suggested. Awning rails can be fixed in position using screws rivets or fixings.

Awning rails are used to attach awnings and canopies to buildings caravans boats and trucks. 1 1 2 hex screw and a 2 hex screw. Available in two sizes. We are going to fit an awning rail to my sons vwt5 but the rail he has bought has no instructions.

A couple of questions we are considering are 1. A hex head lessens the change of slippage while driving and the wide washer head creates excellent holding power. If the wood s rotted that ll be your best bet. Check out this video for more in depth information about fastening e track to a trailer.