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Re: [VAL] roof vent



I too have the new flat Fantastic fan and installed it on a 63 Globetrotter. 
My install worked perfectly.

Herb

>I just ordered a FanTastic vent from Vintage Trailers.  I am about to 
>remove the original air conditioner from my 73 land yacht and install the 
>vent in its place.  I bought mine online from Vintage Trailers.  They have 
>a unit that is specially designed for airstream trailers: it is gray, has a 
>low profile and the part that attaches to the ceiling is curved for a snug 
>fit.
> When I unpacked the Fantasic vent yesterday I was a bit surprised to see 
> that the part of the vent that attaches to the roof was not curved.  I'm 
> going to phone Vintage Trailers tomorrow to find out why, but has anyone 
> had any experience installing these?  Is the straight edge a problem?
>
> By the way, I bought the Land Yacht 11 years ago as a father's day gift to 
> myself.  So if any of you are waiting to take the plunge on a big 
> purchase, and you are a dad, that is your ticket!
>
> Tom Dolan
> Portland, OR