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02-16-2014, 02:06 PM
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Looks Great
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Originally Posted by ourflat
My light project is complete. I settled with the RF controller and had to splice about 10 inches of LED strip light to make the lights approximately 18 feet. I purchased the 12 amp AC power supply and purchased spares for backup while on the road. The GIP aluminum channel with a frosted lens cover adds a nice touch to the finish product. The lights are tucked nicely next to the awning and will provide wind protection when driving. Overall, I had a blast with this project.
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Where did you buy or order the GIP Aluminum Channel.. Is it only available on line?
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02-16-2014, 02:19 PM
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Location: Pikeville NC
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I purchased the GIP Channel from 1000bulbs.com. I couldn't find it local, but I'm sure that it can found local. 1000bulbs.com had my shipment to me in 5-days via FEDEX; sooner if I wanted to upgrade my shipment priority.
Buy Light Bulbs from the Web's #1 Lighting Retailer | 1000Bulbs.com
KLUS-B4574L 78.74 Anodized Aluminum GIP Channel - For LED Tape Light - KLUS B4574L
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02-16-2014, 03:33 PM
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If you're looking for an adhesive that stays put as long as you want it to, but will be fairly easy to remove when the time comes, my go-to is clear RTV silicone. Dries clear, holds well, and peels off pretty easy without removing paint when the time comes.
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02-16-2014, 04:14 PM
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Well so far so good. The 3M two sided tape seems to be holding well. Here are a couple pics during the day. I love these lights! Jerry.  
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02-16-2014, 06:14 PM
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One last question?? Frosted vs Clear Lens
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Originally Posted by ourflat
My light project is complete. I settled with the RF controller and had to splice about 10 inches of LED strip light to make the lights approximately 18 feet. I purchased the 12 amp AC power supply and purchased spares for backup while on the road. The GIP aluminum channel with a frosted lens cover adds a nice touch to the finish product. The lights are tucked nicely next to the awning and will provide wind protection when driving. Overall, I had a blast with this project.
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I have decided to do my reinstallation as you have done to avoid the replacement nightmare I am currently going through with the removal of my original LED strip / 3-M automotive tape.
My trailer siding is aluminum so I see no problem mounting the GIP Aluminum channel to it using screws / butyl tape but does the Frosted Lens defuse the output of the LED's very much? I am trying to decide between the frosted or clear lens before I place my order tonight.
Thanks for your postings..
Well done...
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02-16-2014, 06:27 PM
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Ted, the frosted lens does to some degree. I have rope lights that I put on the ground along with my LED strip lights so I don't notice it so much. I would recommend the clear lens in your case.
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02-16-2014, 08:21 PM
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Channel
Love that channel, glad you found it also, makes for very neat installation, and gives perfect protection in bad weather and wind:
Take Care:
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Originally Posted by ourflat
My light project is complete. I settled with the RF controller and had to splice about 10 inches of LED strip light to make the lights approximately 18 feet. I purchased the 12 amp AC power supply and purchased spares for backup while on the road. The GIP aluminum channel with a frosted lens cover adds a nice touch to the finish product. The lights are tucked nicely next to the awning and will provide wind protection when driving. Overall, I had a blast with this project.
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02-17-2014, 11:44 AM
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Where is clear channel? ..same site? ..all I saw was frosted? ..or am I blind?
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02-17-2014, 11:47 AM
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I called when placing my order. Not all product is listed on their website.
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02-17-2014, 12:58 PM
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ahh so im not blind! thanks...if/when my lights die or a new camper jumps on my truck, ill prob use that channel...looks very clean...
my lights have been stuck to the side o my trailer for cple of years, and only thing i notice is the 4 way end piece is a little weathered......but in all honesty my trailer stays indoors when not in use....so the ammount of rain/sun it has seen is but a small fraction of its life thus far....im sure its got 10x the sun exposure from sitting at the dealer than since i have bought it..lol
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02-17-2014, 03:50 PM
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Location: Pikeville NC
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+1 on the sun beating up our campers! I'm not so lucky and must store mine outdoors.
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02-17-2014, 04:02 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ourflat
+1 on the sun beating up our campers! I'm not so lucky and must store mine outdoors.
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Same here! Florida's sun is killing my TT! 
The strip lights are turning yellowish, (not the leds, just the silicone/rubber casing) I guess the sun is hammering them pretty bad! And after a year, the red color is fading in one of the ends.
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02-17-2014, 05:43 PM
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Clear Lens
Quote:
Originally Posted by ironj
Where is clear channel? ..same site? ..all I saw was frosted? ..or am I blind?
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I ordered my channel / clear lens (slightly different design) from the auction site.. It should mount and work very similar to the other channel that is available.
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02-17-2014, 09:15 PM
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Different style of aluminum channel / cover
This is the different style of aluminum channel / clear lens cover that I procured from the auction page... It comes in 8 ft lengths, and will be easy to make work end to end with a dremel tool.. Once completed, I will post photos..
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02-17-2014, 09:32 PM
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Ted, you'll enjoy this project.
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02-20-2014, 09:35 PM
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Location: Long Island
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My solution to awning lights
Anyone know of a 12v 20' kit?
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02-20-2014, 10:33 PM
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Location: Oregon
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Quote:
Originally Posted by donzie67
Anyone know of a 12v 20' kit?
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Pretty sure they dont make the LED Strips in 20' would have to buy 2 LED reels and cut the 3-4 feet section off the 2nd roll, I may be wrong though..
But i bought this kit for mine: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006K0JYD8?tag=p2069-20
I love amazon prime 
Edit: Did some research i guess the recommended most strips come in the 16.4 rolls and they say the max you can do is 2 per run, due to the power drop/thin copper..
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02-20-2014, 10:48 PM
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Location: San Angelo, Texas
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led light strip
I bought a 32 ft reel from China off EBAY with mini rf controller and just cut off 11 ft to fit 21 ft awning.
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02-20-2014, 10:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jerry01
Well so far so good. The 3M two sided tape seems to be holding well. Here are a couple pics during the day. I love these lights! Jerry.
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All you're missing is a set of awning tie down poles. 
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02-21-2014, 12:03 AM
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I put our LED strip in last week. Same place. Our CC came "pimped" with the awning remote!
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