Hightop CamperVan ARB Awning Installation 

You are correct @ExpressVanCamper. I just bought an ARB awning and the same brackets. Trying to figure out how to make it secure without drilling holes.

I’ve actually considered this after the fact. No leaks as of yet but next time I work on it I hope to do this. Not a difficult fix but will involve taking it down.

If it ain't a 454 it ain't OG HD. Might as well have the big six. No AC no PW no cruise 10 mpg no way not me I want 70's Dodge slant six just because tranny won't fail and cost you more than your van is worth. Most vehicles are stationary when purchased I've bought too many to count and I have not bought a moving one yet. I rented a moving van once.

How did you end up doing your installation?

@@SSrominRuby still working on my Van ,haven’t got a Awning yet just haven’t seen a video till I saw this on a install on Hightop,hopefully I’ll have it installed by summer to travel and tailgate for football season

Hope it works out. Glad I can help.

Good luck with your build. Hope I helped in some way.

350 or 454? 4R80? Chevy didn't offer 4x4 vans aftermarket conversion only right? or wrong? Tranny is weakest link GM s of that vintage everything else bullet proof except water pumps and alternators

Glad I could help.

Rain does not drip. I was initially afraid of that but the van has a little gutter the awning attaches too. That prevents it from dripping rain. The awning has been a game changer. Best addition to the van. We love it.

Thanks. It’s been a great addition to the van.

All of my came together. May want to contact ARB.

I love it. It’s one of the best additions I’ve done. 3 years now and no issues with it. I was super nervous at first. So far so good though.

he did caulk them from the inside. I'd put a spacer between bracket and fiberglass to take up the gap so you could clench down on the bracket through bolts more prevent any relative movement. The caulk will not last long unless you use the good shit. Whatever gooey messy product that may be. I would have bought an EZ Up. Awnings are overrated anyway & that ARB rag would be shredded in one hour in Mojave. Setting it up would be comedic.3 stooges needed.

It’s comes with the awning and has a cigarette lighter plug. Plug it in, turn on the power with a switch. Easy peasy.

I’m 5’9”. I cannot stand up straight in my van. My least favorite thing about it. But I love the van.

@@SawDustRevival I'm 5'5" and my wife is 5'6". It would be fun to buy a chevy and gmc van to fix up

Traveled around with an EZ up the first year. This is so much better. EZ up took up a lot of storage inside and did not provide proper cover over the door on rainy days. We love this awning.