The Fiamma F45i 10� awning is a substantial investment, but we�ve decided
it�s the best choice for our needs and plan to order one in the Spring.

However we would like opinions from owners of the 10� model in regards to
the best mounts for the Vanagon. Some vendors sell a Fiamma-branded kit with
two mounting brackets that bolt to the rain gutters. Others offer a set of
three brackets they manufacture themselves which require drilling into the
van�s body.

Other than the obvious issue of drilling holes, what are the inherent
pros/cons of either mounting system? Our 1990 Westy 2wd sees very little off
road use any more. The vast majority of our trips are on secondary roads
traveling distances of a couple hundred miles, but from time to time we will
be on the interstate traveling fair distances at sustained speeds of 65-70.

Thanks for your input!

Dave and Barbi Weaver
Charlestown, NH

1990 Westy 2.0 TIICO conversion
1988 Vanagon GL 2.1