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Lazy Daze Forums => Lazy Daze Technical => Topic started by: rprice on March 19, 2018, 12:39:16 am

Title: kitchen vent broken
Post by: rprice on March 19, 2018, 12:39:16 am
Hello,  I have a 2006, 26.5' rear kitchen.  The non-powered vent in the kitchen blew up on the freeeway on my last trip.  I've replaced vents and fans before but thought I would check with the forum if a standard 14-1/4  x 14-1/4 vent such as this one

Ventline Ventadome Trailer Roof Vent - Manual - 14-1/4" x 14-1/4" - White... (https://www.etrailer.com/Enclosed-Trailer-Parts/Ventline/V2092SP-28.html)

would fit?  Thanks in advance.

Bob
Title: Re: kitchen vent broken
Post by: Steve on March 19, 2018, 03:24:16 am
I recommend you opt for this instead, much sturdier construction and polycarbonate lid:

Amazon.com: Fan-Tastic Vent 900 W/SMOKED LID Static Vent with Smoked Lid:... (https://www.amazon.com/Fan-Tastic-Vent-900-SMOKED-LID/dp/B002POKZUO/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1521444110&sr=8-15&keywords=fantastic+fan+vent)

Steve
Title: Re: kitchen vent broken
Post by: rprice on March 19, 2018, 08:14:29 am
Thanks Steve,  That one does look sturdier.

Bob
Title: Re: kitchen vent broken
Post by: Steve on March 19, 2018, 11:19:13 am
I also recommend you read posts, including the archives, about vent removal and installation. The old vent will come out a mangled mess - c'est la vie. - but careful removal of the LD-applied sealant will keep the roof intact and allow a good re-seal.

Steve
Title: Re: kitchen vent broken
Post by: Larry W on March 19, 2018, 01:54:04 pm
I also recommend you read posts, including the archives, about vent removal and installation. The old vent will come out a mangled mess - c'est la vie. - but careful removal of the LD-applied sealant will keep the roof intact and allow a good re-seal.

A oscilating tool, with a sharp chisel blade, will make the removal job a lot easier.
Variable Speed Oscillating Multi-Tool (https://www.harborfreight.com/power-tools/oscillating-tools/variable-speed-oscillating-multi-tool-63111.html)

Larry
Title: Re: kitchen vent broken
Post by: Blueox25 on March 20, 2018, 10:13:55 am
Heat up the lap sealant with a heat gun and it will come off even easier.