Awning Mounting Brackets

The bracket sets the awning's height, and height decides whether the doors open and the clips are reachable. L, T and tent-mount options.

Bushwakka Rooftop Tent Short Lip Bracket (Single)

Regular price$99⁵⁰

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Bushwakka Height Adjustable Heavy Duty Awning T-Bracket (Pair)

Regular price$200⁰⁰

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Bushwakka Rooftop Tent Awning Bracket (Single)

Regular price$99⁵⁰

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Bushwakka Awning Standard L Bracket (Single)

Regular price$45⁰⁰

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Awning Mounting Brackets

Overview

Awning Mounting Brackets Overview

About Awning Mounting Brackets

The bracket sets the height of the awning, and height decides more than it looks like it should.

Mount an awning too low and the vehicle doors do not open fully underneath it, or the arm fouls the canopy lid. Mount it too high and the release clips are out of reach without a step, which in practice means the awning stays rolled up because it is a hassle. Get the height right and everything under it works without thinking about it.

Standard L brackets suit most roof racks and put the awning where the manufacturer intended. The height adjustable T-bracket is for racks that sit unusually high or low, or for a setup where something else on the roof is in the way. The rooftop tent brackets do a different job again, giving the awning a mounting point on the tent base when the rack has no room left.

Two things worth checking before you order. What the rack rail profile is, because bracket fixings are not universal. And the combined weight the rack is rated to carry while moving, once the awning, the brackets and anything else up there are added together.

Everything here is built for a specific awning range. Match the bracket to the awning before ordering.

FAQs

Awning Mounting Brackets FAQs

How many mounting brackets do I need for a 270 degree awning?

Most standard 270 degree awnings require at least three heavy duty brackets to distribute weight and wind load across your roof rack. Using only two points often leads to excessive flexing of the awning frame, which can cause brackets to bend or fail during off road travel.

Adding a third bracket provides a more stable foundation for the massive surface area of a wrap around setup. This is a practical move for travelers tackling corrugated tracks or exposed coastal campsites where wind pressure is high. Providing extra support points helps protect your vehicle roof and keeps your shelter locked down.

Check out our range of Awnings to find a match for your rig, or see our Awning Accessories for tie downs and straps.

Are height adjustable awning mounting brackets worth it?

Height adjustable brackets are worth the investment for rigs with tall rear tailgates or where roof rack clearance is limited. These brackets allow you to raise the awning when you arrive at camp, preventing the frame from striking doors or interfering with your rooftop tent setup.

Providing this flexibility helps you achieve a better angle for rain runoff and allows you to level the shade on uneven ground. It is a practical choice for custom canopy builds or wagons where a fixed height might be too low for comfortable head room. Using adjustable hardware provides more confidence that your shelter will fit your vehicle perfectly.

Explore our full range of Awnings to find a suitable model, or see our Rooftop Tent Accessories for more mounting options.