For thos that are interested, here is some more info I got from the
manufacturer:

> the price is the same for all fabrics.  The awning comes with two flat V
> shaped brackets which are attached to the roof portion of the
> Van.  They are
> located under the pop up roof. Stainless sheetmetal screws are also
> supplied..I do have an optional set of clamps  ($10) that work in
> conjunction with the standard brackets. I do not recommend those
> since many
> people are concerned about theft.  Attaching the standard brackets with
> screws is the best and more secure way. If you want to transfer the awning
> to a different vehicle you can buy
> small plastic caps to finish off the resulting holes which are
> anyway under
> the roof and not so visible such as holes left at the side of the Van..The
> awning can be removed for the winter from the brackets but it may not be
> worth your while since the total weight is only around 14 Lbs..

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf
> Of Steve Macaulay
> Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2000 11:46 AM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Shady boy awning
>
>
> Hi there,
>
> Anyone have any comments or experiences with the Shady Boy awning
>  http://www.shadyboy.com/vans/index.html ) that they would like to share?
> For example, are the mounting brackets secure, does it hold up well in the
> wind, etc. I'm thinking of getting one for my 89 westy.
>
> Here is some info I got from a couple of emails to someone at the company:
>
> "colours available are the light blue,like the one on the WebPages,that is
> the most popular and then there is a royal blue,burgundy,teal
> green,grey and
> a silver grey which is a different fabric.  That fabric is
> heavier and not a
> balloon fabric.  It does not let light through and reflects the heat more
> due to the silver metallic surface.
> The grey colour will be available in 2 weeks."
>
> >> the shady boy awning sells for $195 USD plus shipping ($35 ) . Mounting
> >> brackets are included and there are no taxes.  You can order one
> >> by email or
> >> you can contact me by phone ( 1 604 868 0269 ) For more information
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steve
>
> 89 westy
>