I've had my eye on one of these for years. I bought the budget model because rain sensors, automatic up/down, remotes, 14 speeds, etc. seemed profoundly silly to me. I just need to suck the hot air out.
Here were my initial impressions when I got it.
1. Whoa. Big.
2. Wow. Metal mounting arms for the motor? Nice.
3. This plastic is FAR tougher than my stock vent covers.
4. That fan switch has a nice solid "click" to it.
5. Only 2 wires? Cool. Easy.
6. I want another one. How can this only cost $100-ish bucks? The vent alone runs close to $50.
Installation was too easy (how often does that happen?). The interior trim piece worried me but it's a simple score-bend-break job. They give you instructions. To test the fan before you install it just touch the wires to a light socket (12v interior light).
If, on the outside chance, you wanted the fan to blow in instead of out, just switch the +/- wires and there ya' go.
Most importantly, how does it feel? On a 25 foot Class C with the fan mounted in the back and the windows over the cab open, it just feels like a nice steady breeze passing through the cabin. It's that feeling you get around 2am with all the windows open when you just happen to park the rig the right way and you get that awesome evening air coming through the cab.
The reason I don't like the RV is I like fresh air and the A/C can be really drafty and harsh. In fact, I like sleeping under the stars. But this will make sleeping in the RV a real treat - comfort AND breeze.
Okay... way too excited about a fan. I shouldn't be surprised - they're well reviewed all over the Intertubes. But I was still surprised by the build quality and the amount of air it moved.
| Manufacturer | Fan-Tastic Vent |
|---|---|
| Brand | Fan-Tastic Vent |
| Model | FBA_8000 ABS LID |
| Item Weight | 9.98 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 11.5 x 17.25 x 17.25 inches |
| Item model number | 8000 ABS LID |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FBA_8000 ABS LID |
| OEM Part Number | 801200 |
| Special Features | Lightweight |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 5 watts |
