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944 Batwing external canopy set up

Fastfunco

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does anyone have knowledge of the Canopy system that attaches to the raised sides on the Batwing- i just noticed the whole back end of the shop is hinged too- but can not figure out how it is to be raised up or what will support it -

anyone have any ideas-

also - does anyone have the canopy and poles for sale????
 
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The operation is described in the TM. I have the full set of canopy support frames and three of the five (?) necessary curtains. (Not for sale)
The triangular thing hanging from the rear, attaches to the extended hoist rail. That's what supports the rear wall.

Do you have TM 9-4940-559-14&P? If not, I can send it to you. It's for the trailer version (SGPRSM), but the shop is the same. I do not know the # for the 944A1.

By the way, if you have not already, look up on the roof, that's where the frames are stored. While there, inspect your door hinges.
 
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Fastfunco

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no i do not have any info on this truck-- just got it a couple days ago-- do you have a Batwing Truck?? I could use all the info you have-- any idea where i can get a canopy set up?? or-- maybe find the specs on the frame - then i could make the frame and the canvas pieces- i have an industrial sewing machine - so its no problem as long as you have a template--
i sure could use some help-- ill even make what you are missing if you are willing to do some detailed layout for me ????

DO YOU HAVE ANY PICTURES OF IT SET UP???
 
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Never seen the frame except in the TM, and strapped to the roof of my trailer. My curtains are new and still in the boxes. I'll set it up once I get some time rofl.
I've attached the latest TM for the trailer version (mine is the previous model). Read the TM cover to cover, I'm pretty sure the enclosures are the same between the trailer and the truck mounted versions.
 

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Thanks in advance for helping me-- I really appreciate your time --
I will learn the truck fast and post all i find--

also--

does anyone have detailed inside pictures of one of these
 
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319 you are the MAN!!!
read the info you sent me-- guess what is up on top of the shop right where it belongs??
the whole canopy system!!!!!!

thank you so much
don't know if the tarps are all there and if so - probably no good-- but hopefully templates to stitch new ones --

does anyone have the tarps new??????

i sure would like to set it all up and send you guys pictures!!


also--- anyone have the ladders that go with this rig??
i do not have one tall enough here- i sure want to get up there and find out what is in the treasure chest
 
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As much as as I hate to talk about my babies my babies:clinto: ..

There is actually not much "Live in Space" even with the side cabinets removed. I got the official tenting but no poles so I fabricated my own. The tent is large, heavy and a bear to set up. It is black out compliant so no light no vetilation. I'm currently working on an outrigger light weight easy to set up self supporting POP up tent system for camping . I just found the hard copy set up instructions in the library that came with the truck. If I get half a lifetime to scann it I will publish. I read it and can't understand what the heck they are talking about. Sounds like you need the whole platoon to set up!
 
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bchauvette said:
As much as as I hate to talk about my babies my babies:clinto: ..

There is actually not much "Live in Space" even with the side cabinets removed. I got the official tenting but no poles so I fabricated my own. The tent is large, heavy and a bear to set up. It is black out compliant so no light no vetilation. I'm currently working on an outrigger light weight easy to set up self supporting POP up tent system for camping . I just found the hard copy set up instructions in the library that came with the truck. If I get half a lifetime to scann it I will publish. I read it and can't understand what the heck they are talking about. Sounds like you need the whole platoon to set up!
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Thanks for posting these photos & information!

Is there a publication number on the instructions you refer to? Might be able to find it online & avoid the need for scanning.
 
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