W. Silva wrote:
> 
> Camping World (800) 626-5944 has awnings for the VW made by A & E Systems,
> a division of good old Dometic!   Almost every large RV place will be able
> to order them too.  They have a special bracket for the Vanagon & Westy
> which stands the roller up of the roof at an angle.  This also makes it
> tall enough.  I've been toying with the idea of getting one but I am
> monetarilly challanged at the moment.  Let me know how you like it if you
> get one.
> 
> Wendy & John
> '85 Westy,   "S-CAPE"
> 
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Wendy & John & Listees,

I just bought the Dometic A&E Catalina 2500 at Camping World, list price
$299.95  They had a $25 off coupon special, and if you join the
"President's Club" for $20, you get 10% off, or an additional $30 off.
(Sort of worth it.)  Install it yourself with the somewhat confusing
instructions and save the $30 installation fee.  The van mounting kit is
the most dubious value at $42, but necessary.  I love the awning.  When
you get the hang of it, it's an easy one-person operation.  

I called Carefree of Colorado, but they weren't very helpful, so I just
went with the A&E.  

John Welsh, San Diego
87 Syncro Westfalia GL
81 Triumph TR8