I was able to install my side mount without any issue and it seems very sturdy and secure on the crossbars.
One tip: if using the default "A2" position, use the middle-angle hole when bolting. When the awning is opened, the bottom hole points downward by about 30 degrees, which will hit the...
+1 for the replacement bracket $115. I'm located in Irvine as well. Is it possible to pick up from you instead?
Do you happen to know the height of the R1S with the awning mounted on the side across all suspension settings (low/standard/high)? This will help so much with the low parking...