Fastest RV Awning Fabric Replacement I've Seen

This is not a sponsered video.
I Was at Power RVz in Mesa, AZ and my good friend Stacy of Awnings R Us was there replacing an awning fabric. His company only repairs and installs RV awnings so they are very good and fast.
This is a standard manual Dometic RV Awning but he is installing a Carefree of Colorado fabric which changed the design of the fabric to have a pushed in piping like a sceen door fabric. I think I learned a few things too. This was nearly filmed in real time with most edits for wind noise.
I stumbled upon them so apologize for any poor audio as this was not planned.
Here is a link to the rivet gun that I love:
amzn.to/2MPWUBh
Thanks for watching but do not attempt this if you do not know the dangers.

[@petercolquhoun2086]

It's almost like a ballet when two people work that well together. Every movement has a purpose and no wasted effort.

[@AZExpert]

It was very impressive

[@rvhermitlife7083]

I noticed that too and was thinking it was like a well rehearsed dance.

[@meniiix]

I would buy tickets to this!

[@annagraham6204]

More so than a ballet.

[@davecampbell3772]

What a joy watching pros work. It was almost like a dance, they were so in sync with each other at each step!

[@AZExpert]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@OpenCarryUSMC]

I am a retired mech on cars, buses, military vehicles, Cessna airplanes, the CH-53 Sea Stallion, the F-4 Phantom, and the F-18. In the military our crews got into synch and were smooth and fast while taking their time. In civilian mechs I haven’t seen that…. UNTIL THIS VIDEO. Sure auto out crews are in synch and fast but they’re busting their asses to be fast. These guys were the epitome of “slow is smooth and smooth is fast”. I salute this awesome team.

[@johnmcculloch6961]

Excellent video. I should have watched prior to damaging my knuckles. I successfully installed a 16 foot awning ( by myself) after viewing your video numerous times. The installers are truly professionals and likeable as well. Thank you for sharing

[@robertthompson6958]

Two guys who’ve done this a thousand times. Do it in their sleep. Thanks James.

[@AZExpert]

no doubt., Thanks!

[@kenshutster7879]

Watched this video and went out this morning and followed the videos steps. Went so fast that I thought I may have done something wrong. The hardest part of the instal was having to run to the hardware store to get some 1/4 inch rivets because all I had was 1/8th inch rivets. Even my wife was impressed on the job and how well it went.

[@AZExpert]

that's fantastic!

[@BuiltTough1776]

That’s my Uncle right there🤠 I enjoy learning and being apart of the Awning Dream Team every chance I get when I’m out in AZ🌵

[@AZExpert]

He's the best teacher you could have. I always learn something from him!

[@rickluna9520]

I live in Phoenix and need mine replaced... How do I contact them

[@Reaglesracing44_]

@@rickluna9520 look up awnings r us 480-414-2444

[@keithward2565]

I replaced the awning fabric on my 5th wheel once and it took a bit longer than that, about 5 hours longer. That is quite impressive. Thanks for sharing.

[@AZExpert]

That's still impressive to do. 5th wheels can be more difficult due to heghts and many 5th wheel awnings have different length arms to add to the difficulty

[@derstuka96]

Money well spent! There is nothing more comforting than watching an experienced pro do their job, and knowing if you needed this type of work, you could rely on them to do the job right!!

[@AZExpert]

He is the easiest referral to make, I just know that they are always busy.

[@steves3688]

This a good example of niches in the business! Young people who are looking to learn life long skill sets should be watching this stuff.

[@AZExpert]

He was a rep for Carefree and knows the product very well.

[@rnreajr9184]

Thank you for sharing this video! And kudos to these guys for allowing you to share their work!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!

[@iair-conditiontheoutsideai3076]

Someone would pay for this kind of training That's why I watch a lot of his videos he is very knowledgeable and you can teach yourself. Make sure to stay subscribed so the channel can grow 👍🙂

[@gregk.3441]

It’s DIY gold when you can find a video like this of pros doing a job. Most vids are done by folks who know even less than me.

[@byronewhite]

In my days of RV Tech I did quite a few of these. These guys made it look so easy. I had to do quite a few alone. That is another story. I love this video so much I have watched it several times. At some point I will own one of those Milwaukee rivet guns. Don't need one since I am retired but I want one. Thanks for sharing :)

[@JasonFickas]

You guys saved me a ton of time and money. I was able to do my 22' on my own paying close attention to your vid, Thank you!!

[@AZExpert]

Awesome!!

[@britt_collins_helms_sr]

This video, with all of the little tricks and tips, made this a much easier task for me (and my helpers) today. So much easier using this method than what I"ve seen in other videos. THANK YOU

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@bramptonfinest6558]

Watched and did what the two workers (seriously these guys are pros) did worked out fine you do need 3 people at times. Thanks to the camera man we watched the guys tightening of the springs directions and you guys were awsome....watch and learn we unwound it slowly and counted the number of rotations in our case 14. When we tightened our springs we counted 14 rev.

[@AZExpert]

Awesome!

[@harrysage2828]

This method took myself and my daughter about 2 1/2 hours to complete. There were a few things different about our application that took time to figure out, but the end result was great. Thanks for sharing!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@gavinbaillie4067]

Thanks Guys - You saved my butt today. Appreciate what you do. Love watching Professionals.

[@rmsf8086]

Now I know how to easily replace my RV awning .... Call These Guys!!! that's some skills, knowledge & experience, I wish I could hire them

[@AZExpert]

I would too, they are much better than me

[@jeffjenkins8303]

Thank you for a very informative video. Real professionals always make difficult tasks look so easy. It was great to see that during the video it was stressed to be very cautious when dealing with the danger of the coil spring tension - they can really bite the unwary if not handled correctly.

[@AZExpert]

They are very dangerous

[@rickmoore8502]

After watching this I'm going to change my awning this weekend. Thanks. Great Job.

[@AZExpert]

Best of luck!

[@jerryweinstein3126]

That was a teaching experience why not to do that yourself. After hearing the knuckle buster story I’ll be calling them guys when in need …thanks so much for sharing…🤘🏼

[@AZExpert]

I have scars on my hand from it, and I should have known better.

[@RogerChampagne]

This video did it for us! Was going to use the "simple" method where you don't take off the non-blocking end cap, until I realized it was not passible to lock that end as shown in some videos. Also understand why these guys use the spongy cord for the valence. I had to sculpt the tip of the very hard cord that came with our awning fabric in the shape of an arrow tip to insert it properly. Thanks a ton, made this job accessible!

[@NackDSP]

Cirque du Soleil has nothing on those two. That was beautiful.

[@AZExpert]

Hahaha They need more sparkle in their outfits though

[@dougmac444]

Love to see competent techs. Cheers from Vancouver 🇨🇦

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@Max-ly7kc]

Amazing, thank you for sharing the technique used. I knew there had to be an easier way than the vague directions that came with the fabric.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@glassdave]

best video yet on awning replacement, nothing like watching true professionals. Thanks for putting this up, just tackled mine this morning and went pretty smooth.

[@AZExpert]

Wow, thanks!

[@melinarodezno2501]

Wish we had these guys in Sacramento CA. Really amazing we are getting ready to change ours.

[@AZExpert]

They really are great

[@hillbillyrv]

WOW !!!!!!!! That was amazing. Thanks James. Makes me feel like an amateur. Now I have an inferiority complex. I'll discuss it with my therapist on Monday. It will be ok. Maybe.

[@AZExpert]

man, I'm telling you, I felt stupid and inept watching them.

[@hillbillyrv]

@@AZExpert Tell me about it.

[@nervotica7991]

Utterly professional! The only thing I would add is similar workwear.

[@MichaelFrimlPhotography]

I replaced my first awning years ago and I have files the edges without even thinking twice....everything is so sharp on those parts.

[@calechouinard3110]

First time doing this. Watch a some videos on this and yours is the absolute best. Your methods are easier than the others and saved me time. DIYs are great but it’s best to watch the guy who’s getting payed every day to do this. Thanks

[@AZExpert]

Glad it helped!

[@tru3sk1ll]

I learned more about RV awning in 5 minutes than I have in my whole life, now when I finally buy an RV I'll know what to do..................

[@stonegolemstudios]

The only acceptable video on how to replace one these awnings AND it's not even a tutorial lol. Thanks for making this video guys.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!

[@ipotch1]

The amount of professionalism these guys have is a refreshing sight to see. This is the same way I doing fabric replacements. Can’t say I’m as fast as them yet. I’ve done a fabric this way by myself before, would not recommend it though haha.

[@AZExpert]

Ha!

[@esv1320]

This is where you pay for experience not the time to do it! Great job guys.

[@AZExpert]

absolutely

[@Brian-os9qj]

A process the pays in the shade. Nice work gentlemen. Thx James

[@buckshot1922]

It's great to see some good American hard working guys doing a great job in the USA for the USA.

[@AZExpert]

they are GREAT guys!!

[@seandompe7300]

Awesome job and going above and beyond cleaning rivets filing the door visor !you guys do the job as you are the owners of the rig!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks 👍

[@PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc]

Them guys work great together thank you for the video awesome if I know of anybody needs that type of work I will recommend them guys 🇺🇸🇵🇷 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼✌🏼🛠️⚙️

[@AZExpert]

it was impressive how they knew what the other was doing without talking or looking at each other

[@jcraggs111]

Simple, purposeful, and practical approach. The only video I should have watched but didn't know that until after several other videos.

[@ga8864]

What's the typical cost for an awning replacement?

[@frankandricciola9782]

Wow! They replaced that pretty quick! Experts for sure

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@robfl07]

These guys replaced a whole awning faster than I can put out the one on my pop up camper... hot damn!

[@AZExpert]

That's how I felt too

[@hideawayhomesllc5103]

That, my friends, is impressive.

[@AZExpert]

I agree

[@timaz1066]

Pros have all the right tools and knowledge.

[@AZExpert]

the have the knowledge for sure

[@badgerpa9]

Nice job guys, super fast. Thanks for the video, now I just need some of the weather.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! I can't lie the weather has been beautiful

[@rogerclark9285]

Dayum, they sure made that look easy.

[@Joe-wy2bn]

If I was near there, I'd be their next customer.

[@AZExpert]

Excellent company

[@kenbullard2120]

Thank you guys. My wife and I did ours and saved a bunch of money. Not fast but we did it.

[@dennisdexel9392]

Just finished installing my new 18 ft awning. This video was super helpful! I did have to reposition the locking mechanism to get the locking arm in a position where it was better accessible with the extension rod. Much appreciated!

[@philw7174]

They make short work of it. Thanks for the video. Happy trails!

[@AZExpert]

You got that right!

[@mjcoleman]

Truly amazing - awesome to watch

[@jacksontranz9161]

He's why it costs extra to watch

[@terrytinagero777]

Thanks for sharing James.....

[@AZExpert]

My pleasure!!

[@jenfugit7801]

They are a well oiled machine!

[@murph55]

i was impressed with everything except the part of the worker standing up while driving

[@DonniePhipps]

I am thinking that this wasn't thier first rodeo!!

[@AZExpert]

they are very good

[@edward7154]

Ps you guys Nascar of awning replacement Nice 👍

[@AZExpert]

They are awesome!

[@masapell]

James needs some commission on the Milwaukee riveter plug! :)

[@AZExpert]

I wish, that's an expensive little gun.

[@steves3688]

@@AZExpert I WANT ONE!!! Im going shopping!

[@GrizOnTheTrail]

G2 = Intelligence! Very informative...thank you.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching

[@JinxDClown]

i need these guys in The Bay Area of California!

[@chrisnordby4851]

Thanks for the great content, I needed to know how to install a new awning on my motorhome. It took me a bit longer but it's done right.

[@AZExpert]

Glad it helped

[@alexchliwnyj5941]

Great video, I will watch it again when I do mine this summer. Thanks

[@AZExpert]

Please do! Good Luck!

[@rv-roadtx]

They did everything well except for folding a little bit of excess spline and locking it out with the cap.

[@johnbaker1263]

Like they've done it a time or 2 or 200,000. Nice job.

[@AZExpert]

They are very efficient

[@jimcole5387]

Awesome job guys

[@AZExpert]

Thanks!

[@christopherrasmussen8718]

These guys do this all the time. I bet the go day and night at rallies. I’ve done my own. All day, two lol

[@AZExpert]

They are always busy for sure.

[@dennissprague5172]

You have more than skills, you have references!

[@AZExpert]

I try to keep good professional relationships with everyone here. It's a small world.

[@steves3688]

@@AZExpert thats the best way!!

[@hadleytorres8171]

That was slick!

[@AZExpert]

Right?

[@irench]

That is truly worth watching.

[@AZExpert]

I thought so

[@irench]

@@AZExpert they sure did make all the installation DIY vids look like dingbats. I'm gonna do it just like these guys and that spline trick, I just figured out how I'm going to replace the window side awning. Does your channel cover membrane to an older metal RV roof install?

[@steves3688]

Those guys are good!!! Ive wound garage door springs so this should be easy...LOLLLL!!! Damn it where'd my teeth go?!!!

[@AZExpert]

yes, that rear arm can be dangerous! I'm sure almost every RV tech has a horro story about the torsion springs..

[@rickgagnepain5434]

I've watched several videos now showing how to replace the fabric on an A&E awning, none of them have the aluminum weather shield. At what point do you install the weather shield, and how hard is it to do? I assume it is the last step which means you are wrangling a semi flexible 18-foot-long metal cove and trying to slide it over 2 beads while standing on a stepladder working 11 feet above the ground.

[@EdWeibe]

I did fine replacing the awning but I need to rewind that tension without falling off the ladder.

[@webbphoto2]

Perfect! I'll be replaceing mine this summer! Thanks for the instruction video!

[@AZExpert]

good luck, but be careful

[@webbphoto2]

@@AZExpert I changed my awning two days ago, thanks to your video I had no trouble at all! Thanks so much!

[@BuddaSlim]

would u happen to know some rv spots over in arizona

[@greeneman99710]

Thanks for sharing just did my awning that way and it worked great

[@AZExpert]

Glad it helped

[@michellebarlondsmith6243]

they are good ... I watched neighbors spend 4 hours putting one on .... think I will get mine done in AZ ..

[@AZExpert]

I'd recommend them

[@marlenepineda1079]

I'm moving to Arizona. Looks nice and warm while we on the east coast is getting freezing rain.

[@AZExpert]

Yes, it's ridiculously beautiful right now. I'm hoping for a cold spell otherwise summer will start way too early!

[@pault1964]

Love his tool belt,must of the weight going to his shoulders,ideal for my job

[@AZExpert]

I was jealous how they had everything they needed on them, I make 15 tool runs before starting a job it seems like

[@jonnysalvino6568]

Dang I'm over here doing it solo they sure made it look easy back to it haha

[@AZExpert]

It is not easy to do solo

[@1floon]

Such a pleasure to watch people who are masters in their trade. Amazing teamwork! James how long would you estimate that replacement job took start to finish? As always, thanks for the great content.

[@AZExpert]

maybe 15 minutes, it really made me feel inept as it would have taken me a hour or longer

[@soillife1]

EFFICIENT, Masters in the trade Because they are NOT UNION.

[@donaldzielke4124]

No explanations, just a demonstration of their speed and skills which they have not shared.

[@angelrvbajacenter5047]

Hey James I think you the best

[@AZExpert]

I appreciate that.

[@janebray9392]

These guys remind of those army guys who can dismantle/assemble a jeep in 2 minutes!🤪🤣😂😎👍♥️🇨🇦‼️

[@AZExpert]

I was very impressed too. I like how they had everything they needed on their toolbelts.

[@DavidHBurkart]

That was indeed impressive!

[@AZExpert]

indeed!

[@brianfabry4823]

Great vid!! Quick question..why did they take both springs out? Seems like it all could have been done with just releasing tension on both (as they did) then just removing the right side cap_spring assembly?

[@AZExpert]

It's the correct and safe method

[@colleenellis6577]

Just one word, WOW

[@stace310]

Hi Horne

[@mikebuckley46]

AWESWOME

[@carlbeaver7112]

Great video but question #2 is what fabric is the best replacement? Not asking about vendor/manufacturer (unless you're willing to share your opinion) but rather which material?

[@AZExpert]

Best to buy from the manufacturer as tube spacing varies. Woven acrylic is the longest lasting.

[@waynespiller8423]

How many times do you turn back the spring head to ensure it has sufficient return strength

[@bobmartens1089]

That was incredible

[@AZExpert]

thank you

[@hatteraslabuf]

how would you install a Dometic awning with a metal weatherguard? I understand that the acrylic fabric is somehow attached to the metal weatherguard which might complicate the installation.

[@prest4tym577]

1:51 could you repeat what he said here? About WHAT he was filing down? & Why? 5:42 so, when I go to replace mine, this strip you put in here.. can it be re-used? & what is that piece called?

[@DoulaInReno]

I would love to bring our 31' Class C to have the roof and the exterior seams replaced!

[@ramlinman2004]

Just cut a slit in the cap, you dont have to take the spring out or release the tention...ive done it three times easy peeze.

[@cessnapilot8656]

You notice that they are never waiting for each other ,they know exactly what needs to be done when , nothing bugs me more then having a helper standing watching me work because they don’t have the work ethic to keep busy

[@michael-lynn]

Your comment reminded me of a story my dad use to tell me. He (and I) were brick/stone masons. He picked up a day help and the help stood there watching my dad and wasn't very productive. He said, "you make me tired just watching you work." My dad replied, "you're going to be real tired when you have to walk back." My dad was a no nonsense guy when it came to work.

[@AZExpert]

I beat them off camera

[@egrandmaison]

Good helpful video!! Thank you

[@AZExpert]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaelfeicco8849]

I noticed both guys turn the torsion spring in the same direction. I thought they had to be opposite.

[@AZExpert]

turn the torsions away from the top, clockwise/counterclockwise direction gets tricky depending on where your viewing, but that how I remember

[@hubertfruzia1803]

You being a pro which awning fabric company is company is the best