Undercover work

Voila!

Needing to expand covered outdoor space, I went in search of an awning. Quoted $2,000 from the local RV place, I moved on to check out Dr. Bjorn's Auto in Cobble Hill. 

Bjorn was able to provide me with an EZY Awning, at less than half the price, and this included installing a gutter to which the awning needs to be attached.  

(While I was there, I also learned a little about his primary preoccupation, converting diesel engines to use cooking oil).

Last night, with the help of my daughter and son-in-law and a good Youtube video, I did a test run of erecting the awning. (My first fear was unfounded... that there might be a part missing from the kit. Too many IKEA moments?)

First time around it took about 1/2 an hour to erect. Probably the first time I do it alone it will take me twice as long. But I expect to shorten the time once I get the knack.

Putting it together

Attaches to the roof

I've been too busy for anything more than few day trips so far. But with some individual camping trips planned, and a couple of group campouts with friends in the works, I'm hoping to really put Ruby - and the new awning - to the test over the next couple of months.

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