# Thule Awning
**Source:** https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/threads/thule-awning.59002/
**Posts:** 16
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### L — 2025-07-10T12:21:20+0200 (Jul 10, 2025)
Does anyone know the exact model number of the factory fitted Thule awning?
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### N — 2025-09-15T13:12:10+0200 (Sep 15, 2025)
I'd also like to know. I'm a first time California owner so not sure where to find it.
I have checked manual and also rolled out the awning to check for a sticker and couldn't see anything. I'm trying to source a replacement end cap that stores the tool to unroll it as we've lost ours(!)
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### G — 2025-09-15T13:24:39+0200 (Sep 15, 2025)
This is from a 2016 Beach if it helps.
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### S — 2025-09-15T14:50:47+0200 (Sep 15, 2025)
Our Beach had a Thule Omnistor 5102
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### N — 2025-09-15T16:10:33+0200 (Sep 15, 2025)
[@grumpyrs](https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/members/38963/) thanks for the pic - did you have to roll out the awning fully to find this sticker? I'll give it a go.
[@secret lemonade drinker](https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/members/38809/) I'm assuming you're referring to a T6 beach? I think the T7 awning is likely a different model as it has the storage for the roll out handle integrated, which I think is different from the previous models but I'll check all the same
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### G — 2025-09-15T17:18:11+0200 (Sep 15, 2025)
Hi, the pic was taken with it wound out and the sticker on the front cover.
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### S — 2025-09-16T05:31:28+0200 (Sep 16, 2025)
> [normey said:](/goto/post?id=760340)
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> [@grumpyrs](https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/members/38963/) thanks for the pic - did you have to roll out the awning fully to find this sticker? I'll give it a go.
> [@secret lemonade drinker](https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/members/38809/) I'm assuming you're referring to a T6 beach? I think the T7 awning is likely a different model as it has the storage for the roll out handle integrated, which I think is different from the previous models but I'll check all the same
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The picture is a 2016 beach which is also a T6
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### S — 2025-09-16T05:46:23+0200 (Sep 16, 2025)
Have a look at:
### [A lightweight spring arm awning for all compact vans | Thule | United Kingdom](https://www.thule.com/en-gb/news/thule-sidehill)
Designed to fit all compact vans, Thule Sidehill is the most compact spring arm awning in the market.
www.thule.com
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### L — 2025-09-16T10:02:15+0200 (Sep 16, 2025)
> [secret lemonade drinker said:](/goto/post?id=760412)
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> Have a look at:
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> ### [A lightweight spring arm awning for all compact vans | Thule | United Kingdom](https://www.thule.com/en-gb/news/thule-sidehill)
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> Designed to fit all compact vans, Thule Sidehill is the most compact spring arm awning in the market.
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> www.thule.com
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Brilliant, thank you ever so much.
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### N — 2025-09-16T11:45:18+0200 (Sep 16, 2025)
Thank you!
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### L — 2025-09-17T11:19:33+0200 (Sep 17, 2025)
I contacted Thule to find out where I can get the wall storage brackets from and they have been pretty useless, just saying that the awning is specially made for VW so I need to contact VW for any parts related to the awning.
I can imagine the response I would get from VW if I start asking about parts for the awning.
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### — 2025-09-17T12:01:26+0200 (Sep 17, 2025)
> [Lakes\_Puma said:](/goto/post?id=760539)
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> I contacted Thule to find out where I can get the wall storage brackets from and they have been pretty useless, just saying that the awning is specially made for VW so I need to contact VW for any parts related to the awning.
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> I can imagine the response I would get from VW if I start asking about parts for the awning.
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Try Rose Awnings.
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### S — 2025-09-17T14:49:36+0200 (Sep 17, 2025)
Or:
### [Thule Omnister Wall Mounting Awning Adapters For Dethleffs Globebus.](https://laevp.co.uk/products/copy-of-thule-carado-sunlight-awning-adapter?variant=39686112247897)
Thule provides quality solutions and products that make your touring or camping experience effortless and enjoyable! Thule Omnistor Awnings are high-quality units that are designed to extend your outside living space. Thule has introduced a range of brackets and adaptors to safely secure your...
laevp.co.uk
Have a look at their website and give them a ring, they helped me when finding some hard to find bits
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### S — 2025-12-27T15:04:17+0100 (Dec 27, 2025)
Hi guys,
Do you know if the awning length size is 2.6 or 3 meters? I’m looking for a drive-away air awning compatible from Outwell brand that I heard they have a very good quality.
If anyone has any advice about a model or another brand it will be very welcome. I’m planning to use it in winter therefore it should have a good isolation.
Thanks!
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### — 2025-12-28T20:45:14+0100 (Dec 28, 2025)
For drive-away awnings, Outwell makes solid products - the Milestone range is worth looking at for winter use as they have pretty decent insulation.
Vango also does some good air awnings with thermal linings. The key is making sure the connection height and rail type match up properly with the Sidehill.
### [Vango Drive Away Awnings](https://www.vango.co.uk/drive-away-awnings)
Vango drive away campervan awnings are the ultimate addition to you outdoor adventures, providing additional space to socialise, as well as providing additional storage space or can act as an additional bedroom. Vango campervan awnings are drive away, meaning that once pitched you can take you...
www.vango.co.uk
[@Lakes\_Puma](https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/members/42164/) - I understand your frustration with sourcing parts! The "specially made for VW" response is frustrating when you just need a simple bracket. Those in the states might also want check places like as they sometimes stock Thule parts separately. Sometimes searching by the part number rather than the vehicle gets better results.
The integrated handle storage on the T7 is definitely handy when it's not lost haha! Hope it helps
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### S — 2025-12-29T09:22:51+0100 (Dec 29, 2025)
> [cpaharley2008 said:](/goto/post?id=768257)
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> For drive-away awnings, Outwell makes solid products - the Milestone range is worth looking at for winter use as they have pretty decent insulation.
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> Vango also does some good air awnings with thermal linings. The key is making sure the connection height and rail type match up properly with the Sidehill.
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> ### [Vango Drive Away Awnings](https://www.vango.co.uk/drive-away-awnings)
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> Vango drive away campervan awnings are the ultimate addition to you outdoor adventures, providing additional space to socialise, as well as providing additional storage space or can act as an additional bedroom. Vango campervan awnings are drive away, meaning that once pitched you can take you...
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> www.vango.co.uk
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> [@Lakes\_Puma](https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/members/42164/) - I understand your frustration with sourcing parts! The "specially made for VW" response is frustrating when you just need a simple bracket. Those in the states might also want check places like as they sometimes stock Thule parts separately. Sometimes searching by the part number rather than the vehicle gets better results.
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> The integrated handle storage on the T7 is definitely handy when it's not lost haha! Hope it helps
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> Click to expand...
Thanks!
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