JTCex,
My awning is bolted on in 3 places and a metal 3X5 in plate is behind the bolts. I have the Manual Crank Model, white with ocean blue Vinyl fabric, 11 ft long. I have had no problems with it. I would buy it again and I recommend it.
It comes with hardware to attach in 2 places but I wanted it attached in 3 places. Carefree failed to send the extra hardware as requested. Premium RV found some hardware that would work in his "possibilities" box in the back, so, I did not have to come back in for the 3ed attachment. Also, Premium RV provided the metal plates as they do not come with the awning.
I am going to Dallas this spring. PM me if you want to see it.
Angel