Has anyone mounted a CVT awning to a Flippac?

[Camelfilter]

Howdy,

Just curious if anyone has mounted a CVT awning, or similar bag awning onto there Flippac.

How'd you do it?

The previous owners of my FP had a Fiama (I think) mounted on the rear, but it looks like it used a different mounting system.

I was "hoping" I could have an adjustable mount system- ie on the rear mostly, but also on the passenger side on occasion.

I'd likely keep it mounted in the rear while driving though, so the mount would have to be safe & sturdy.

---Ideas most welcomed!! I had initially thought I could use some aluminum table-->vehicle slide in mounts, but it doesn't look as though those will work. Definitely not safe for driving.

 

[Camelfilter]

Pictures of the the mounting plate for my CVT awning:





This picture shows the hardware provided. The nuts slide in the grove on the plate, and attach to the L bracket which would normall attach to a roof rack system.



The included system won't work for us Flippers, so...

 

[subterran]

We'll, mine's not a flip pac, but I bet my mounting system would work. Check my build thread in my signature, post #22. See what you think.

 

[Camelfilter]

We'll, mine's not a flip pac, but I bet my mounting system would work. Check my build thread in my signature, post #22. See what you think.

Thanks for the idea(s), I've been following your build (the AC turned out great!).

Your awning mount system is super versatile. Very handy with that speaker mount pole when swung out as well.

 

[subterran]

Thanks, I'm glad you like the build. I don't suppose the flip-around trick will work for you, as I dont know how close you could get the back mount, but the quick release mounting system can surely work. You can make side and rear mounts, and move it as you require. Let me know if I can get you better pictures of anything of you decide to try it. Good luck!

 

[Camelfilter]

...Let me know if I can get you better pictures of anything of you decide to try it. Good luck!

Thanks!

 

[Camelfilter]

Had some free time & gave it a shot. Subterran THANKS!! Brilliant idea!!

 

[subterran]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeet! Glad I could help, sir!

 

[mtnbike28]

Did you through bolt? Nutsert? I was wondering if I drill the back hole larger and use a large washer and nut if that would hold better....

Thanks

Had some free time & gave it a shot. Subterran THANKS!! Brilliant idea!!

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[MegaRoamer]

I think if they were to make an upgrade to the Flippac it would be to have the roof open towards the rear instead of over the front of the vehicle. That way you would have instant awning.

 

[mtnbike28]

But many people - myself included - prefer it to flip over the cab. Your whole footprint is the same as your parking space. That has already saved me a time or two.

I think if they were to make an upgrade to the Flippac it would be to have the roof open towards the rear instead of over the front of the vehicle. That way you would have instant awning.

 

[Camelfilter]

Did you through bolt? Nutsert? I was wondering if I drill the back hole larger and use a large washer and nut if that would hold better....

Thanks

The previous owners had through bolted for a different awning, so I just used the same bolts. The nuts on the inside are backed with big fender washers also. It seems pretty sturdy.

Probably sturdiest to direct bolt the awning, as the previous owners (Shruk/RoamingRobertsons) did, but this setup will take a lot to fail IMO.

Plus is I can pop it off in a minute & the standoff from the brackets seams it'll be easier to tuck in the tent.

 

[mtnbike28]

Did you feel there is an open void between the inner and outer fiberglass? I really want to add an aircraft track mounting point, but don't want to ruin the FP

Thanks

The previous owners had through bolted for a different awning, so I just used the same bolts. The nuts on the inside are backed with big fender washers also. It seems pretty sturdy.

Probably sturdiest to direct bolt the awning, as the previous owners (Shruk/RoamingRobertsons) did, but this setup will take a lot to fail IMO.

Plus is I can pop it off in a minute & the standoff from the brackets seams it'll be easier to tuck in the tent.

 

[Camelfilter]

Did you feel there is an open void between the inner and outer fiberglass? I really want to add an aircraft track mounting point, but don't want to ruin the FP

Thanks

It's just single wall where it's bolted as far as I could tell. Track would go up there nicely.

Someone on a thread here has pictures of what the internal skeleton/structure of flippacs looks like. Some spots are double wall as you mention, some spots have metal reinforcing and some spots have wood.

 

[dman93]

Someone on a thread here has pictures of what the internal skeleton/structure of flippacs looks like. Some spots are double wall as you mention, some spots have metal reinforcing and some spots have wood.

I've searched for this but couldn't find it. Any pointers would be appreciated.

Thanks - dman93