We haven't seen many ARB awnings mounted on Xterras so we thought we'd share how we mounted ours. Scouring the forums for hours we finally came across one that seemed like it would be inexpensive (not needing to buy overpriced mounts or new roof rack) and solid enough for off-road use. Basically, the mount uses 3 L brackets and 3 muffler clamps, along with the hardware that came with the awning. FYI, the awning is an ARB 2000 awning. Step One: PaintStep Two: MountStep Three: Enjoy
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J Hartso
8/1/2018 04:05:47 pm
Thank you for posting your ARB awning mounting experience. I couldn't find anything on the net about mounting one on an Xterra factory rack before running across your blog post. It was spot on and I was able to easily mount my ARB awning using your recommendations.
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Sal
9/16/2021 04:16:35 pm
Hi mate, thank you so much for the write up. Did the exact same thing on my pajero. Saved myself some real $$$ not having to buy a roof rack system and the u bolts do just as good.
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David F
5/20/2019 05:35:54 pm
BRILLIANT!!
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Stephen Poulsen
6/10/2019 06:52:52 pm
Thank you sooooo much for the DIY design. I bought muffler clamps & 5” L bars...just need to find a machine shop that will drill the holes. Waiting for the ARB awning to be delivered. Thanks again
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Taylor
10/18/2020 02:01:39 pm
Well oddly enough, this is going to work for my Nissan Navara. Big thanks and great job on the mounts👍
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2/6/2021 12:59:25 pm
Thank you! This will be perfect. Went on ARB website and internet searched a bunch of links to get ideas, and until this
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Anne D Nichols
5/28/2021 06:40:09 pm
Thanks for a simple yet strong mounting solution. Going to order my awning now that I've seen this. Thanks for sharing you wisdom.
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7/15/2022 02:45:47 am
Wonderful post! Keep up the good writing. Thanks for sharing with us!
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