Is this an awning part?

[jelmore]

Any idea what this is? I think I've seen it on another coach but forgot to ask. One end certainly works to pull down on awning straps. The other end is puzzling.

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

Jim, you put the four pronged end down on the ground and use it like a four footed cane when the wind is blowing hard. ;) :D

JIM:)

[dale farley]

Jim, This is definitely a tool for use on the awning. I've got one, but I forgot exactly how it is supposed to work. It is designed to assist in opening the awing and doing all the adjustments without having to use a ladder. Jim Keller Knows how it works.

[ajducote]

It is used on the large Zip Dee awning. The slot goes over the large round pin on the support arms. The 4 prongs go against the awing arm to hold the round pin down so you can manually extend or retract the arm without having to climb on a ladder.
If this is not clear, I will take pictures.

[Jon Wehrenberg]

Dale,

For an extremely modest fee I will not only explain its use to you, but I will demonstrate how a professional uses that device in Shady Acres at oysterfest.

It is an awning tool that is used to release the catch on the awning stabilizer arm (the one that goes to the roof). This is very high tech and you will have to sign a confidentiality agreement unless one of the spies on this forum spill the beans first.

[tdelorme]

That's a tool used in snake hunting. Be sure to have it with you in OKC.

[jelmore]

Well, the four footed cane and the snake hunting tool all sound like good uses. Maybe this is for a manual awning? Mine is a (perfectly working for now) electric. If we get to Shady Acres, I'll give it away if someone needs it. Jon, do you need a backup?

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

You might want it if the motor doesn't work :confused: Just guessing

JIM

[jelmore]

I don't know how it would be used. When the electric awning stops working, it's a take it apart kind of thing.

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

Jim, bring it to OKC and donate it to the auction!

JIM

[phorner]

Jim,

Is that a 12 or 24 volt model ?

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

It's a universal model, one size fits all.
:eek:

[dale farley]

Jon,
I knew it was for extending that arm without getting on a ladder; I just don't know exactly how. Jim Keller showed me and someone else while at Kerrville, but I obviously didn't lock it in my memory. I'll take my chances at getting another lesson in Mobile.

[Jon Wehrenberg]

I'll put the awning tool demonstration in the agenda. It will come between eating oysters, and eating oysters.

Jim.......good auction item. Probably will bring $500.

[jelmore]

I don't know about that $500. It's the 12v model.

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

Well, that's good, there's more 12v than 24v models out there.

[grantracy]

is there a buy it now price...I was actually thinking about getting one, Andre mentioned the exsistence of this tool at TGO

[Jon Wehrenberg]

Gran,

I believe Jim ought to send it to you in exchange for the helicopter ride. I will teach you its use at sun'n fun, for a modest fee of course.

[rfoster]

A1: You are having about as much luck trying to sell classes on how to use the Awning tool as I am on selling cars.

I bought a mascerator off of the other John out in Az. He certainly convinced me that it was a good idea.--I am going to send it to Pelosi. From POG.

[lewpopp]

I showed that tool to the neighborhood proctologist and he has a couple. One in the sterlizing solution while he is yanking out hemmorroids with the other. The four pronged end is to stand it up while trying to lower the flow of blood.

If Jim knows what it is, we all should know. This doctor likes the 12v because that is more available in the areas he operates.

[sawdust_128]

jelmore--

You are in big trouble now. That tool is the Official White House Couch Potato DVD snatcher that was supposed to go to the Brits.

[garyde]

Looks like some sort of sheep herding device. I think your gonna have to consult the acme mail order catalogue for a new one.

[Jerry Winchester]

I think Gary is right. I saw the Krakman using one of these at the last rally.

Full Disclosure - I saw Jon use this at POG 1 and had no idea what it was for. My '92 didn't come with one and I compensated by being 6' 6" and flipping the rafter arm over with it extended. I ordered one and it was much easier to work the awning after that.

[JIM CHALOUPKA]

Jerry, are you leaning on it in your avatar? It looks a little bent.

JIM

[Gary & Peggy Stevens]

Jerry, are you leaning on it in your avatar? It looks a little bent. JIM

So Jim C. what exactly are you saying....?

Gary S.

[jelmore]

Aside from all the other uses for this item, does anyone really want it? Granvil, I'll probably be going back through Jacksonville for some leak detection. I could deliver. And one helicopter ride is plenty. Thanks.

[grantracy]

Let me know when your coming through Jax and maybe I will try and coordinate being there...as far as the one helo ride...thats not commentary on my flying skills is it?



Aside from all the other uses for this item, does anyone really want it? Granvil, I'll probably be going back through Jacksonville for some leak detection. I could deliver. And one helicopter ride is plenty. Thanks.

[jelmore]

You kidding? I'm no expert, but I know when I'm in good hands. Jon just thought you'd be the chosen one for this tool.

[truk4u]

Jim - I need one, Brian stole mine!:D

[Jerry Winchester]

No Jim, that's a 5 1/2 foot rattle snake that came too close when I was building some fence. I was a JR in college.

[BrianE]

Truk, Don't you know nuthin? The one I took was a 12v model, you need a 24, sheesh. :mad: