DIY Custom Truck or Van Awning Under $100
DIY Custom Truck or Van Awning Under $100
We made our own custom awing fitted to our Suburban for 1/5 the price of pre-made awnings. In this video we show you the set up and describe the steps we used to build it. Tools needed are a drill and hammer. You can find all the supplies at Harbor Freight. Ask any additional questions you have in the comments below.
Here is the build tread we used to build it:
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/65647-How-to-build-a-quality-awning-for-less-than-100
Links to What We Used:
Tarp: https://amzn.to/2uUJrOy
Poles: https://amzn.to/2GAcKHF
Hardware: https://amzn.to/2IuynK4
Straps: https://amzn.to/2uPzXEh
Here’s a tour of the whole truck:
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Just curious when it rains hard. How does it do in the rain ??
Why don’t you just camp under a freeway, it doesn’t cost anything and it won’t blow away!
This is bad-ass. When thinking about building one myself what I would do different is how I would attach the tarp to the poles. I would keep a full rotation of the tarp wrapped on each pole. But first I would use a weather resistant strong adhesive tape and tape the entire tarp length wise to the pole, roll it one full turn then fasten it with screws. This will lengthen the life of the tarp, and prevent premature tearing. I have a pick-up truck bed unloader and the material is attached to the pipe on this fashion; while unloading 1500lbs of material it has not ripped. And lastly is the slope; I would ensure that is slopes to the left, right, or front so water does not accumulate. Another project on my list. THANKS!
Sweet awning!!!
Mahalo for the video:)
really nice job, as you were talking about the UV damage on the tarp i thought, "if you mounted a 4" PVC pipe along where you have the polls rolled up and come off of that instead of the framing you could store the polls inside the PVC and if you mounted hooks alone the PVC that you could hook the tarp grommets along that than you would have something a lot cleaner looking and that tarp could just be folded up and stored inside. again, really nice job, simple and functional. i have a teardrop and this would be perfect for a roof rack awning.
…or you just buy one for a $100 here https://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/awnings/2-5-x-2-5m-kings-side-4wd-awning-upf-50-waterproof-incl-mounting-kit.html
I bet the water sits in a pool in the middle of it when it rains. There is no way for water to run off.
To protect the tarp when rolled up, you could do a similar thing with duct tape that would fully cover whatever shows when it is rolled up. Could always replace/add more if it gets damaged
Is there a shopping list for the items needed and where did you get all the product from?
Very Good! I’m taking inspiration to do the same on my defender
I’ll have to incorporate some hinges into mine. I took your advice on the tarp tensioning though so thanks for that. have you subsequently replaced the tarp with something else? I’m looking at tent material/nylon 🙂
I’ve been looking at purchasing an awning from ARB. Their most expensive awning is way less than $600 .
Wow, you guys are so helpful! This channel is the best right now.
I think I might just build this thing too. Haha I have a similar Suburban, just a little older than yours. Gonna take it out near some of the same areas too that’s wild
It looks good, but i think the vertical polls will pull out in a windy situation, i think you should thread the ends and bolt it tight. good luck.
What kind of hinges did you use for the folding out conduits? Could you send a pic
or link? Thanks so much! I’m stoked to do this!
How is it in the wind? It doesn’t look like you tied it down at all.
Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing!!!
Thanks for the vid. So impressed w your vids, hooper and your adventures.
About the tarp…are u able to angle a corner when it’s raining to collect rainwater?
I don’t eat animals but I love food, travel and can’t afford either so I have to DIY everything. , I am planning to live in the van I am fixing up, but I’ve got some projects first, I need an awning too , this will be like mine thanks for showing the way 13 months to go. I liked, subscribed!!! Will you join my channel? Please.
I’ve seen rigs where the awning is rolled up inside a large tube that suns the length. if you mount the vehicle side of the awning to your conduit and put a crank on the end, you can just pull the awning out to us it and then crank it back to put it away. Thanks for the video!
Nice! Got details of the pole tips? Are they built-in or did you have to install? And the hinges, too please? TIA and happy travels!
Love the build but those extendable poles are out of stock on amazon. What would you replace them with?
Nice set up. Can you provide a source for the adjustable pole slides and the pointed stud inserts?
GREAT JOB! what is used for the pole hinges ? thanks
i just built mine and modified your idea (which is awesome BTW) to attach the awning to the van, instead of conduit i used a strut i got from home depot
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Superstrut-1-5-8-in-x-10-ft-Metal-Framing-Channel-ZA1200HS-10/100125003
i used "ball bungee’s http://www.homedepot.com/p/Sigman-6-in-Tarp-Ball-Bungee-25-Pack-BB06B/203217327 to attach the tarp to the strut that way i can use different size tarps or replace one that gets worn out
i used a separate 10 ft conduit to hold the upright poles and let the tarp drape over that and attached another 10 ft conduit to the end of the tarp as weight
the side conduit are cut to 5 ft for either side so i cant adjust them like you can ( i bought them but they didn’t work out) and i use the ball bungee’s to pull the sides taut using the 5 ft side conduit as an anchor
all in all i can set it up in about 5 min and when i roll it up i can anchor it to the strut using the ball bungee’s
How did you attache the Tarp to the Conduit?
Check the description to see links to where we bought stuff!
Can I get some info on the swivels for the upper extending poles
Very Cool!
how did you attach it to your truck
I like your videos and you have done some great designs and installs that save money. This is helpful to many people seeking to save money on their van/car/truck campers, however… I think most of us don’t do the full math… cheaper is not always as god or better than the $600 version of this awning you mentioned. What is your time worth? Let’s consider the $500 you "saved". The reality is that this design costs you guys time every time you roll it out to set it up and then take it down. A commercial awning($600-1,200) will pull out and be set up within 20 seconds. Your set up looks Iike it takes 20 minutes. Let’s say you set it up 30 times a year. That’s 600 minutes. Do yourselves a favor and pay yourselves in time saved, less hassle, and a commercial awning will not need repairing like yours has. Since you guys do a lot of outdoor activities, you obviously understand the value in investing in high quality boots, climbing gear, skateboards, cold weather clothing, etc. So, why go cheap on an awning? If money is an issue, buy a new awning designed for a mobile home patio(about $275) and adapt it to mount on the side of your rolling home.
What kind of Hinge is installed to the extendable poles that swing out from the rack?
Simple and beautiful
Like your awning , where can I find the adjustable poles?
Thank you for the video and the build list. Mine is coming along very well.
Thanks for sharing the cool design. I think I would spend the extra money to buy a canvas painter’s drop cloth so it wouldn’t need replaced much, if at all.
Great tips an Demo. .
How did you do the end tips to put through the holes?
You done a great job
Hello, love the video I’m planning on taking a solo trip from Ohio to Nv and Utah and then to my home state of Co. I have 1? the hinges you have on the main pole were those made or bought? I’m doing your Idea. thanks
why block sun in freezing winter
Brilliant design! Good on ya for not caving and paying those ridiculous prices!
Try heavy canvas instead of tarpaulin when you replace the current tarp. Also anchor it with a metal strip rather than just screws to spread the load on the material.
Hi…your project is amazing. Could you please send me close details about the poles attachment ? Are there hinges ? Thank you
why do i feel like ive met him somewhere??????
Where did you get the extendable poles from?
Brilliant. Thats going on my van.
Broooo a brand new awning in Australia is 120$
the only thing I will do different is make the tarp out of a canvas tarp HF sells those also and they should last a lot longer. Just need to oil it.
Thanks for being Honest about the tarp problem ! I enjoyed your video , Also I think you done a good & simple job making your awing ! thanks for sharing .
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