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NEW for 2011: Residence 'G2' (Generation 2):  Now in stock - including Autotrail 2007 2010-on.
Designed for 5003-6002-6900-8000 but fits earlier 5-series awnings with a transformation kit. 

Alternative? - did you know you can fit a Fiamma Privacy Room to a 5002/5003 (Click) - cheaper too.

Safari-Residence / Safari Rooms:  Please do ask us to put together a kit to suit your vehicle. The number of possible variants is really quite large and getting the room spec wrong or the wrong components on the wrong awning really will develop into a major headache - we know, we've been asked to sort many out!  So please do ask for help and advice over rooms - it's one of the services that sets us apart! Please read on first and order if you're confident but do email any questions using one of the links below.

Safari G2 Residence:  with Residence already a best selling range the new 'G2 Residence' for 2011 builds on that with a modern clean and good looking 'timeless' and stable design with very large clear windows. Side windows roll up independently of the mosquito screens, the front window does not open but the whole front panel rolls up. A new double rubber flaps seal the room to the vehicle side. Mudwall flaps can be tensioned inside or outside. The entire Safari design, construction and bracing was reviewed for this new product and as a result the new G2 Safari-Residence is an exceptionally stable system. The fabric is top quality and includes all the new colours along with welded seams in the most demanding sections where extra strength is required. Initially only Uni-grey and Alaska Grey will be available ex UK stock, all others will be to order only.  Buy below >>>

Notes: 1. As before Residence is only for flat sided vehicles, for curved sided vehicles like the Ducato Van you must use a Safari-Room instead. 2. G1/G2 are not mix and match so you can't partially upgrade older rooms - you do have to have G2 sides with a G2 front and a transformation kit to fit to the older 5002.

What do I need?  First obtain some information about you awning and how it is mounted. You'll find information about your awning model, colour and length on the internal labels, the one on the back of the front rail is easiest to read but there is another with a long bar code number in the back of the box. Next you need to do some measuring so arm yourself with a decent steel tape plus steps/hop-up and measure the 'mounted heights'. These are taken from ground to the underside of the mounted awning box, take one measurement at each end, they often differ even when the awning looks level! Finally erect the awning fully but at the minimum height to allow the caravan door to open freely and fully without fouling and then measure the "front height". This is taken from ground to the underside of the front rail. All this information will be used to ensure you get the right room fit for your particular vehicle, we will ask for this info when you place an order. Important note: if your front height is above 1.85m and your mounted height is below 2.60m please consult us by email!

How to buy:  We've created a new modular system to cope with Thule-Omnistor's new product ranges.

Start by a) clicking on the link below for the length of your 5003/5002 or 8000 awning, this will bring up a page dedicated to that size range and awning model. On that page you can order the basic front+sides and then add any essential supplements for larger mounted heights and also options like curtains, windslip & rail, carrying bags, breathable groundsheet, etc.

Do I need all those?  A basic day room is simply a front and pair of sides. To make a comfortable and habitable room you might want more. Why a hold-down? To stop the room acting like a kite, it provides extra holding power combined with elastic shock absorption to stop a blustery breeze from working the securing pegs out of the ground. We recommend the new sides kit. Why a Windslip/Skirt?  It stops draughts, rabbits and cats from entering the room from under the 'van. We supply ours with fixing rail as long as ordered with a room. Why Curtains? Mostly for privacy for night use and for changing but you might want to hide any camping equipment left there during the day. Why Storage Bags? Well tidier yes but they also help to protect the room from accidental scuffs and other damage. Why a Breathable Groundsheet? To give some extra comfort over bare grass and to protect the grass from the effects for as long as possible. Do I have to have the full kit? No you can opt for any combination you want. Why are no Curtains included in your prices this year? Thule's new curtains cost more than the ones previously supplied so some customers are opting to make their own using the included runners, the choice is yours.

Other Optional Extras:  Various rafters, awning lights and heaters. LED lights are very much the in thing now with decent light but very little battery consumption. Rafters? Plain rafters increase rigidity and add a little fabric support on longer awnings while curved rafters can help repel rain from the roof. These should be used with care since extended use can distort the fabric particularly in sun. Groundsheets are plainly not required by everyone but our breathable and grass-friendly versions are allowed on most campsites whereas non-breathable ones often aren't.

Autotrail:  Motorcaravanning have long offered the Omnistor Safari-room and Safari-Residence to fit Autotrail recessed awnings and routinely put together kits containing the special sides for Autotrail fitting. Some problems emerged on newer models with the new chassis with restricted room above the door but the new G2 AT Residence for new Autotrail is in AT-XL height to solve this issue. Regrettably though this means the fit will be very strange on older pre-07 Autotrail.  There is a particular problem with 4.5m 5002 awnings fitted up to ~2010, these have a 2.25m projection and no room is now made in that size. To solve this you have to commission a supplier to customise the new product to suit. The G2 Autotrail for later vehicles has the same price as the 4m & 4.5m 5-Series rooms as linked below but you will need to choose the ATXL Supplement on the subsequent order page.  NB: The alternative Fiamma Privacy is not well suited to Autotrail recessed fit.

Note about fitting to different awnings:  Basically : G2 fits 5003 or 8000 directly as below : For 5002/5500 we supply '4900 sides' plus a 309623 transformation kit : For 5800 we supply '8000 sides' plus a 309623 transformation kit : To fit an older G1 room to a new 5003 or 8000 awning use a 10999990 transformation kit : We can email G2 instructions for 5003 or 8000 or 5002-5500-5800 - please state which!

First fitting:  Some small DIY adjustments to fitting are required on first assembly but not when in daily use, do note that we strongly recommend assembly at home some time before you go away!

Videos:  You can watch an on-line YouTube Video by the manufacturer ThuleNV. They have two videos on line www.youtube.com/watch?v=Voby10o5RYc one showing erecting for the very first time and one dismantling again http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uy0K5_3o94  Maybe you should ignore the many other private videos at least to begin with - could be very confusing!  You can also request a DVD by emailing us. 

Colour options:  can be viewed in a new window here.

Not sure if you already have G1 or G2? - Click here to see then illustrated side by side.

Order with confidence since adjustments are easily made once your detailed requirements are known and also full refunds are made in the very rare event that we are not able to provide products to suit your needs!

My awning is ...  click on the Blue page link that describes your awning ...

All sizes in metres. All Omnistor products are available, for any not listed please email us
Full technical info and downloadable fitting instructions available on-line at www.omnistor.com
Order with confidence since adjustments are easily made once your detailed requirements are known and also full refunds are made in the very rare event that we are not able to provide products to suit your needs!