Airstream Basecamp 2007 Owner's Manual page 55

12. Cinch down the ladder locks located on the top corners of the trailer (Figure 12) to
provide a tight fit between the trailer and tent.
13. Stake down the tent (Figures 13A & 13B)
Figure 13A
WARNING:
If strong winds exist, DO take the tent down to avoid seri-
ous injury or death and damage to the tent, the trailer, or your vehicle!
Staking Tips.
The best way to use rocks for staking and
guying out in rocky terrain (or on pave-
ment) is to find one large rock and one
small rock. Tie a piece of cord from your
stake or guy off point around the small
rock, set the large rock on top of the cord
right next to the small rock, and pull until it is tight.
GUYING OUT
If you run two cords at an angle from the side, all movement except toward the anchors
will be prevented. Once you start using cords from the side, it becomes clear that they
are much more useful than straight-out cords.
Figure 13B
NOTE: For optimum strength (as shown) you will need to purchase additional guyline.
NOTES & TIPS
• DO attach the tent securely to your trailer following these instructions.
• DO use supplemental means to anchor the tent such as rocks or sandbags.
• TO minimize UV damage from the sun, DO NOT keep the tent set up for long
periods of time or when not in use.
• DO use guylines to further secure the tent.
• In case of light winds, consider using your trailer and vehicle as a wind
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