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Old 07-05-2011, 08:00 PM   #1
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Can I upgrade my bathroom fan?

If so, where do I buy one? Mine works most of the time but not all of the time. I see from the paperwork I got when I bought my camper that the last owner complained and the dealer couldn't find anything wrong. I'd rather just replace it with a better fan myself if possible.
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You can get a Create a Breeze fan by Fantastic Fan. I had one in my tent trailer and you wouldn't believe how powerful and quite it is.
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You can get a Create a Breeze fan by Fantastic Fan. I had one in my tent trailer and you wouldn't believe how powerful and quite it is.
Do I buy direct from Create a Breeze?
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Old 07-06-2011, 08:14 AM   #4
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I purchased a maxxair turbomax, it is sooooo much better than that dinky fan that comes with it. I can actually feed the breeze being pulled through.

I went with the turbomaxx because it installs right on top of the existing fan and I didn't have to mess with the roof seal at all.



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Old 07-06-2011, 11:14 AM   #7
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I purchased a maxxair turbomax, it is sooooo much better than that dinky fan that comes with it. I can actually feed the breeze being pulled through.

I went with the turbomaxx because it installs right on top of the existing fan and I didn't have to mess with the roof seal at all.
I installed a Turbo/Maxx about 10 years ago for the same reasons Terry mentions above. We use it all the time except except for when we're running A/C. It was also easy wiring for me as I simply removed the old fan switch and rewired to the Turbo/Maxx's control box. Installing it was also easier for me as it replaced the Maxx/Air cover I already had installed over the vent.
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I installed a Vortex fan last Winter, a huge upgrade from the stock fan. One speed. The nice thing about this one is you can install it from the inside without changing your roof vent so it is a retrofit. It was less then 50.00. Probably not the quality or volume of air of a fantastic fan but it moves a lot of air.


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I replaced mine with a Fantastic Vent fan. I bought the cheapest model, one way, 3 speed. It required removing the entire stock fan assembly, outer cover and all.

It took a lot of scraping and pulling to get the old sealant off the outside, then it was a matte of removing the screws and prying the old assembly off of the putty sealant.

The new fan comes with a foam seal that I used in place of putty sealant. If I did it again, I'd buy a roll of the putty to use.

The inside portion of the fan had to be trimmed a little to make it fit the angle of the roof, but tht was easy with a sharp, stiff knife.

The new fan works GREAT compared to the dinky stock fan. A world of difference. I now wish I bought one of the portable Fantastic fans too. Right now I'm laying inside my TT, parked in Moab, Ut. Not enough generator wattage for air conditioning, so one of those portables would be really nice right about now.

Even if it's a dry heat, it still makes you sweaty without enough moving air.

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I just posted instructions on replacing an old fan with a new Fantastic Fan. With pictures, even!

http://www.jaycoowners.com/showthrea...8672#post28672
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For whatever fan you decide to purchase, if the features listed below are available and you can afford them, I recommend buying one with these features:
  1. Variable or multi-speed
  2. Reversible (intake or exhaust)
  3. Thermostatic control

We find having a thermostat quite useful as it shuts the fan off once the inside is cool enough and starts the fan again when it gets warm.
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I installed a Vortex fan last Winter, a huge upgrade from the stock fan. One speed. The nice thing about this one is you can install it from the inside without changing your roof vent so it is a retrofit. It was less then 50.00. Probably not the quality or volume of air of a fantastic fan but it moves a lot of air.


I assume this fits all campers? I like this option so I don't need to mess with the roof.
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I have been researching upgrading my rear vents to something with more power but not the full fantastic version due to really not needing three. These seem to fit the bill for me due to having Ventline hatches with power run to each one already. I am not comfortable ripping my seals up for these fans so I am going to go with one of these models listed below. Heng's is the manufacturer (or importer) of these. Crabman listed one above which is Vortex I, I believe. Model numbers, features and compatibility are listed below from the catalog. Amazon has some as does Evilbay.

I tried to have it built with upgraded fans in all locations but they would not do it.


VORTEX DELUXE ROOF VENTS
• Vortex I Fan: Single speed. 9” blade.
Complete vent.
• Vortex II Fan: Three speed forward, two
reverse. 9” blade. Complete vent.
• Vortex III Fan: Single speed. 12” blade.
Complete vent.
• Vortex IV Fan: Three speed forward, one
reverse. 12” blade. Complete Vent
• Universal Retrofit, quiet, and powerful.
• High velocity air fan system - over 300% more
air flow movement.
• Easy, quick, and simple installation with only
a phillips head screw driver.
• Easily replaceable without compromising the
rooftop seal.
• Works with with Ventline, Jensen and Elixir
powered U.S. vents.
• Self centering metal base with radius corners
• Non-powered vents can be converted with
some additional wiring.
• Vortex Fan Speed: 188 CFM (188 Cubic Feet
Per Minute).
Features:
* Vent numbers listed are without garnish. Garnish sold separately.
Vortex I: Universal 12-Volt - 9” Blade
PART# SCREEN FRAME LID COLOR
71112V-C Pure White White
74112V-C Pure White Smoke
Vortex I: Universal 12-Volt CSA - 9” Blade
PART# SCREEN FRAME LID COLOR
71115V-C Pure White White
74115V-C Pure White Smoke
Vortex II: Universal 12-Volt - 9” Blade
PART# SCREEN FRAME LID COLOR
71112V2-C Pure White White
73112V2-C Pure White Amber
74112V2-C Pure White Smoke
Vortex III: Universal 12-Volt - 12” Blade
PART# SCREEN FRAME LID COLOR
71112V3-C Pure White White
Vortex II: Clamp In Style 12-Volt - 9” Blade
PART# SCREEN FRAME LID COLOR
V971202V2-C Pure White White
V974202V2-C Pure White Smoke
Thermal pane glaze lid cover hinge and dome guide **
PART# DESCRIPTION COLOR PACK
90110-C1DL Double Lid 70000 Series White 24
90110-CDL Double Lid 70000 Series White Bulk Pack
** Fits only with Universal series of vents.
Vortex IV: Universal 12-Volt - 12” Blade
PART# SCREEN FRAME LID COLOR
71112V4-C Pure White White
PART#
90043-CR Vortex I Fan White
90046-CR Vortex II Fan White
Vortex I & II Replacement Fan Kit - 9” Blade
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I think 3`senough has it covered. When I was looking at these fans the only one available was the single speed, even though info was out there about the other ones. I`m sure you get what you pay for with this stuff, but this fan fit the bill for my needs. So far so good.

• Works with with Ventline, Jensen and Elixir
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Crabman, is this fan louder or about the same as what you replaced?
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It is louder, but I suppose that is to be expected with 300% more air movement then the little weak stock fan.
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It is louder, but I suppose that is to be expected with 300% more air movement then the little weak stock fan.
One more question. The crank on my existing fan (to raise the vent cover) is in a corner on my existing fan but on the replacement fan it's centered on one of the sides. Everything I read says the Vortex fan is a replacement and can be installed in minutes. Does the location of the crank matter?
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One more question. The crank on my existing fan (to raise the vent cover) is in a corner on my existing fan but on the replacement fan it's centered on one of the sides. Everything I read says the Vortex fan is a replacement and can be installed in minutes. Does the location of the crank matter?
If I recall correctly there is an adapter that comes with the fan to make it work on different crank locations. It will work on the vents listed in the description, which covers most of them.
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If I recall correctly there is an adapter that comes with the fan to make it work on different crank locations. It will work on the vents listed in the description, which covers most of them.
Thanks! Ordering now from Amazon and canceling my Camping World order which is now on a 4 week back-order.
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