{"product_id":"dometic-8500-manual-rv-awning-18ft-x-8ft-onyx-black","title":"Dometic 8500 Manual Patio Awning, 18 ft x 8 ft, Onyx Black","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Dometic 8500 is a manual patio awning that gives RV and trailer owners real shade without the cost and weight of a powered system. Eighteen feet of rail, an eight foot extension, and tough Onyx black vinyl with a rafter lock that keeps it taut. Crank it out, lock the arms, and you're set for the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dometic 8500 is a manual patio awning built for RV owners who want real shade at the campsite without paying for a powered system. This one measures 18 feet along the rail with an 8 foot extension, so it throws a wide, deep patch of shade over your door, your chairs, and the grill. Onyx black vinyl fabric, a black WeatherShield cover, and black castings give it a clean, low-key look that works on just about any coach or trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual means you crank it out and set it yourself, and honestly a lot of full-timers prefer it that way. There's less to break. The 8500 uses a rafter lock system that stabilizes the arms once the awning's deployed, and it holds automatic tension on the fabric so it stays taut instead of flapping in a breeze. Roll it out in the morning, lock the rafters, and you're good for the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric is scratch-resistant vinyl with UV protection built in. That matters more than people think. An awning lives its whole life in direct sun, and cheap fabric chalks and cracks after a couple of seasons. This vinyl is made to shrug off the sun and the occasional rain shower, and the black WeatherShield wraps the roll when it's stowed so the fabric isn't sitting exposed while you're driving down the highway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few honest notes before you buy. This is the awning assembly itself, the fabric on the roller with the arms and castings. The mounting hardware is sold separately. So if you're replacing an existing Dometic awning you'll likely reuse your brackets, but if this is a fresh install or a brand swap, plan on ordering the correct mounting hardware for your rig at the same time. It ships in a carton, and an 18 footer is long and a little awkward. Two people and a ladder make the install go a lot smoother than one person fighting it solo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetup is old-school simple. You release the travel locks, pull the awning out with the rod, walk the arms out to vertical, and set your pitch. Most folks run a slight tilt toward one side so rain sheds off instead of pooling in the middle. The rafter lock keeps the arms from creeping in once you've got it where you want it, and you can drop the legs down to the ground or leave them anchored to the coach depending on how you like to set up. When a storm rolls through or you're breaking camp, you reverse the steps, and the WeatherShield folds over the top to protect the roll for travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare is easy. Hose the fabric down now and then, let it dry fully before you roll it up for storage, and you'll keep mildew from setting in. Don't roll it up soaking wet and leave it for weeks, that's how vinyl awnings get stained. A dry awning stowed under its WeatherShield will look good for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? RV, travel trailer, and motorhome owners who want a straightforward, good-looking shade solution and don't need the extra weight, cost, and electronics of a motorized awning. The 18 foot size suits mid to larger coaches. Measure your rail before ordering. Awning length has to match the space between your mounting points, not just the overall length of the coach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne more thing worth saying plainly. A manual awning isn't a set-and-forget item in bad weather. Wind is the enemy of every patio awning, powered or manual. If you're leaving the site or the forecast turns, roll it in. This 8500 will take normal camp conditions all day long, but no fabric awning is built to sit out in a real blow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e18 foot rail length with an 8 foot extension for wide, deep campsite shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual operation, crank it out and lock it, fewer parts to fail than a powered awning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRafter lock system stabilizes the arms and holds automatic fabric tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScratch-resistant vinyl fabric with built-in UV protection resists chalking and cracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOnyx black fabric with a black WeatherShield cover and black castings for a clean look\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack vinyl WeatherShield wraps the roll to protect the fabric during travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits RVs, travel trailers, and motorhomes with a matching rail length\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips in a carton, mounting hardware sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Dometic reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the mounting hardware included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The 8500 ships as the awning assembly, the fabric on the roller with the arms and castings. The mounting hardware is sold separately. If you're replacing an existing Dometic awning you can often reuse your brackets, but plan on ordering the correct hardware for a fresh install or a brand swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a manual or a powered awning?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's manual. You crank it out with a rod, walk the arms to vertical, and set your pitch by hand. There's no motor, no wiring, and fewer parts to fail, which is why a lot of full-time RVers prefer manual awnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much shade does it give?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt runs 18 feet along the rail with an 8 foot extension, so you get a wide, deep patch of shade over the door, chairs, and grill area of a mid to larger coach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does the rafter lock system do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt stabilizes the arms once the awning is deployed and holds automatic tension on the fabric so it stays taut instead of flapping in a breeze. Lock the rafters after you set your pitch and it stays put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat color is it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnyx black vinyl fabric with a black WeatherShield cover and black castings. It's a clean, low-key look that blends in on just about any coach or trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my RV?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMeasure your awning rail between the mounting points before ordering. Awning length has to match that span, not the overall length of the coach. This 18 foot size suits mid to larger rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the fabric UV resistant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. It's scratch-resistant vinyl with UV protection built in, made to shrug off constant sun and the occasional rain shower without chalking or cracking early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I leave it out in wind and rain?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSet a slight tilt to one side so rain sheds off instead of pooling. For wind, roll it in. 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