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12-02-2016, 01:41 PM
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Location: Charlotte
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Skylight Install
The kitchen in our TT was a very dark area even on sunny days, so I decided to install a skylight. I thought long and hard before cutting a 14" x 22" hole in a perfectly good roof, but I threw caution to the wind and when for it.
I could not be happier with the results.
Here is my Install Video.
Before:
After:
Exterior:
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12-02-2016, 01:48 PM
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Very nice.
Thanks for the idea and pictures.
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12-02-2016, 02:26 PM
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Nice job! We have the same kitchen layout and I have contemplated the exact same mod. Thanks for the info.
Cheers
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12-02-2016, 02:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Subaru297
Nice job! We have the same kitchen layout and I have contemplated the exact same mod.
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It was well worth it... very pleased.
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12-02-2016, 03:55 PM
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Excellent job! Your kitchen, bathroom, kitchen, bathroom part of the video made me laugh and I like the music too. You made the job look fairly simple and straight forward. Thanks for posting. 
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12-02-2016, 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Desert RVers
I like the music too.
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"Let the sunshine in".
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12-02-2016, 04:06 PM
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Excellent results and excellent video... 2 thumbs up!
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12-02-2016, 04:58 PM
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I admire your testicular fortitude. I'm not sure I would've been able to cut a hole in my roof.
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12-02-2016, 06:01 PM
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Site Team
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Location: Clearwater, FL area
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Very nice job!!!
I was going to install one and then I decided that the one in the bathroom was emitting to much heat into the TT (120+ degrees) so I decided to hold off on the project for awhile.
If you do any dry-camping, you may want to make a couple of these thermal-board inserts for the sky-lights. Keeps the heat from getting into the TT.
Don
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12-03-2016, 06:28 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mustang65
you may want to make a couple of these thermal-board inserts for the sky-lights. Keeps the heat from getting in
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Agreed... I was noticing the sun hit me in the eyes at one point. Pros and Cons to everything.
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12-03-2016, 07:43 AM
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Cool videos. Enjoyed them
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12-03-2016, 08:16 AM
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Love my skylights! I have the foam boards cut in case to much thermal heat is coming in. So much natural light comes in that I rarely need to use my TT lights until evening. That's a big plus for me when boondocking as well.
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12-03-2016, 08:28 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Screwby
foam boards cut in case to much thermal heat is coming in.
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I'll do the same (just in case), but we tend to go to cooler climes in the summer (mountains, or north) and warmer in the winter... southern beaches.
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12-03-2016, 08:31 AM
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Another nice feature is the horizontal blind that they factory install in the skylights. Nice for darkening the room if someone wants to nap/headaches/insert reason here. Next DIY project?
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400w Renogy RV solar kit w/ Bluetooth, 100w Renogy solar suitcase
430 amp/hr 6v battery bank
1000w Renogy hard wired inverter
2011 F350 Lariat, DWR 4x4, 6.7 turbo diesel
2017 Open Range, Mesa Ridge 374BHS
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12-03-2016, 08:33 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Screwby
Next DIY project?
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Could be. 
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12-03-2016, 08:34 AM
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We all know we like TT projects, just stoking the fire Brother
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1999 Suburban 2500 4x4
2016 Jayflight 23RB Elite, Fiberglass, Polar Package
400w Renogy RV solar kit w/ Bluetooth, 100w Renogy solar suitcase
430 amp/hr 6v battery bank
1000w Renogy hard wired inverter
2011 F350 Lariat, DWR 4x4, 6.7 turbo diesel
2017 Open Range, Mesa Ridge 374BHS
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12-03-2016, 08:42 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Screwby
just stoking the fire Brother
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You've inspired me to do another mod today... stay tuned.
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12-03-2016, 09:01 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Screwby
Another nice feature is the horizontal blind that they factory install in the skylights. Nice for darkening the room if someone wants to nap/headaches/insert reason here. Next DIY project?
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Just FYI... we have the optional factory skylight in our TT and REALLY appreciate the additional light. It has the the built-in horizontal blind. That blind filters out glaring light, but is not (IMO) a room- darkening blind by any means.
To reduce the heat and/or darken light from that skylight, and the one in the shower, we use portions cut from a windshield sun-reflecting shade. The horizontal blind holds the one in place and a couple of tabs of painter's tape holds the one in the shower. Low-budget, but very effective.
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SOLD:2015 Jay Flight 27RLS, GY Endurance (E), Days: 102 '15, 90 '16, 80 '17, 161 '18, 365+ '20
SOLD: 2006 Ford F350 PSD, 4WD, CC, LB, SRW, Camper pkg., 375,000mi
Full timing: Some will think you're crazy, some will be envious, just enjoy the freedom!
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12-03-2016, 09:22 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by oldmanAZ
Just FYI... we have the optional factory skylight in our TT and REALLY appreciate the additional light. It has the the built-in horizontal blind. That blind filters out glaring light, but is not (IMO) a room-darkening blind by any means.
To reduce the heat and/or darken light from that skylight, and the one in the shower, we use portions cut from a windshield sun-reflecting shade. The horizontal blind holds the one in place and a couple of tabs of painter's tape holds the one in the shower. Low-budget, but very effective.
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100% agreed, I actually slide my foam piece between the blind and skylight when going full dark
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2016 Jayflight 23RB Elite, Fiberglass, Polar Package
400w Renogy RV solar kit w/ Bluetooth, 100w Renogy solar suitcase
430 amp/hr 6v battery bank
1000w Renogy hard wired inverter
2011 F350 Lariat, DWR 4x4, 6.7 turbo diesel
2017 Open Range, Mesa Ridge 374BHS
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12-03-2016, 10:32 AM
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Location: Albany, OR
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Magnolia Tom
I admire your testicular fortitude. I'm not sure I would've been able to cut a hole in my roof.
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LOL!
I really want to put a fantastic fan into my bedroom, which does not currently have any vents. This video makes me want to give it a try!
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