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Old 02-11-2015, 09:35 AM   #1
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Awning Lights

Very confused looking for Led awning lights for my 2014 2670 Tracer Travel Trailer. I have a 15' awning and would like to install lighting I don't have to remove every time I retract the awning. I know there are other discussions out there I just done mm to find them. Any help would be greatly appreciated. This is our first TT or any kind of RV for that matter.


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Old 02-11-2015, 10:10 AM   #2
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This thread will give you way more than you need, but the first few pages detail some options for mounting the LED strip under the edge of the awning, which allows them to be permanently mounted.


http://www.forestriverforums.com/for...hts-23039.html


Just be aware, these things aren't the most durable, but they are cheap enough on e-Bay that you can buy a new strip every couple years. Lots of choices - white, multi-colored, dual light strips, fancy remotes... They all install pretty much the same.
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Old 02-11-2015, 10:28 AM   #3
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I installed a strip of LED lights I got from my dealer when I bought my trailer. gave me a deal on them that day. Originally I installed them on the awning tube, so they rolled up each time. I moved them to the trailer, right under the awning. The lights are waterproof so they stay attached but the controller that plugs into them is not waterproof so it has to get stowed when I pack up, also have to bring it in if it rains while I'm camping.. kind of a PITA and if I had it to do over again I would consider not installing them... I guess plugging in the controller each time is less hassle than stringing party lights on the awning tho, but then again the party lights don't have to be brought in if it rains.
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Old 02-11-2015, 11:02 AM   #4
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I got around that problem when I replaced mine by running new wire down the back side of the awning support. The controller got mounted on the inside of the passthrough where the factory wiring came out. All I had to do was splice into the factory wiring for the old strip and velcro the box to the side of the storage wall. The remote sensor I ran back out the same hole and left it peaking out the bottom of the awning support. With everything on the inside, you don't need to disconnect anything and it stays dry.
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Old 02-11-2015, 11:20 AM   #5
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I too ran a set down my awning tube and just connect/disconnect when using the awning. It all boils down to confidence and skill level. I'm happy with how mine turned out. Click image for larger version

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Old 02-11-2015, 11:27 AM   #6
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I used some 3m double sided tape ran the lights on the trailer just under where the awning is attached. I put the wire and controller in the arm and connected below. been working good there. All different ways.
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Old 03-19-2015, 01:41 PM   #7
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Is it possible to put a dimmer on these awning lites mine are very bright?
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Old 03-19-2015, 01:45 PM   #8
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People have had good success with this:

DC 12V 11 Keys RF Remote Controller Mini Dimmer for LED Single Color Strip | eBay
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Old 03-19-2015, 02:39 PM   #9
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The lights I purchased dim with the remote.


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Ooooo! I have just the switch that dims and dances. Might have to upgrade for that price.


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Put them on a Dusk to Dawn controller in addition to the remote and they will come on and shut off automatically.
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My 5er has the factory LED lights on the side under the awning attachment but they're just white and single brightness. I camp for astronomy where dim red light is the only kind that is not condemned so I bought a 16-color, dimming string (can get them in the 40-50 dollar range off eBay or Amazon) and stuck them on the awning tube. The good part of that is that when the awning is retracted, the strip is protected and pressed firmly to the tube so I should never have any problem with the adhesive.

The controller is inside the D.S. flood where its wired into its power (and a switch on the side of the base turns off the flood but leaves the controller powered as long as the inside switch is on) and the IR sensor also sticks out just a bit from a hole on the bottom. Currently the cable runs along the inside of the arms (have to unplug one end to retract the awning) and hangs down the side where I can tuck it into the arm for travel. I just have to pop off the lens and fish out the connector, connect both ends and I'm good to go.

Soon, I will change things so that the cable goes through the floodlight housing and is always connected and I only have to connect the one out at the roller end.
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Thx flybob just ordered from ebay 3.99
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RF instead of IR controler and it can be mounted inside and you don't have to move out of easy-chair to do anything.
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RF instead of IR controler and it can be mounted inside and you don't have to move out of easy-chair to do anything.

Kinda why I like it!


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Also, if you search on Amazon, I was able to finn ready made extention cables for the leds. Alot easier to run wires up awning posts (inside where factory wiging is if you have an electrical awning. I also used a tract made for the lights to secure them to the under side of awning tract on trailer. I have them in both places, and yes, still have to unplug the outer set. suggest you also get some extra 4 pin (male to male) connectors as there small and easy to lose and if you forget to remove it for traveling, it will have a new home....just not yours.
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