Photos &amp; videos I have seen show the Maxxair mounted to metal framed roof vents. Will it also mount to plastic framed roof vents without problems?
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I did not realize there were PLASTIC frame vents. The Maxxair is designed for std 14" square vents, and the metal frame holds up under harsh road/weather conditions. Anyway if your vent is 14" square. it would prob work OK.
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The brackets mount to the lip of the vent, then you attach the Maxxair to the brackets with the supplied hardware. Remember to insert the carriage bolt from the underside of each bracket before attaching the bracket to the vent lip.
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Here is a link to the one I used. I didn't mount it on the roof, but it says you can: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007U5C2O/ref=pe_385040_30332190_pe_175190_21431760_3p_M3T1_ST1_dp_1 Scott
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Instructions don't indicate use on a metal roof, but I do. Be careful how you attach it to the metal roof-you don't want any more holes than you already have! (It might work to find a type of hook that can be attached with the same screw that is already in place) I just clipped it on the edges the best I could and drooped it into the guttering. I put mine down about a foot into the down spout. It works for me.
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Sorry for the delay in answering. It attaches to your existing vent cover. Very easy installation. Requires drilling of four holes to attach the mounts. Then you attach the Maxxair Vent cover to the mounts. It took me approximately 15 minutes. Your existing cover can be raised and left open during rain and while you are traveling. However, your cover will only open 3/4 of the way, which still gives you plenty of ventilation. The quality of the plastic cover is quite good.
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This shouldn't be a problem. You could use a couple of half inch aluminum angle strips and mount them in the frame with screws at the angle you want. I wouldn't set them on the roof of your camper without securing them. I see a number of them on the ground at camp sites. Mine are mounted on top of our motorhome and have the ability to raise them to gain better solar. The roof is quarter inch fiber glass. If you go to Harbor Freight web site you can see how they have done theirs.
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Is anything Hurricane Proof? It's round shape would help it Resist winds. And it's free flow opening would not make it ballon off the roof. If sealed down with roof grade sealant and the 8 or so screws in the base I think it would hold up prety good. I planned to put a thick sheet of plexi over the panel due to the hail we get here in Colorado. But haven't done that and not a problem so far. In the mountains we often get winds of 70 mph coming off the mountains and the Roof Fan is the last thing I worry about to be honest.
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I would have to say Yes. I did basically the opposite, spreading the material around the vents, AC unit, antenna mount and edges of the roof. Then the same day filled in the rest of the roof. About a week later I noticed areas that were not well covered and went over those spots with extra material. It is not the most even job that could be done but it is all covered with a relatively thick coat. Just remember to refridgerate the unused portion below 40 degree, covered so as not to get a thick film on top. I used a gallon plastic pan to store the extra material with a plastic bag covering the pan. I should have placed plastic wrap floating on top of the material then covered it all to stop a thick coat of film. Good luck with covering your roof, it is a lot of work that will pay off in the end.
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To be honest with you, this deflector attaches with magnets on each end, so right out of the box it probably will not work. One option would be purchasing some of that double sided tape to attach it to your plastic vent or purchase a metal vent. I haven't checked but there might be a deflector made specially for plastic vents, hope this helps
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I don't think it makes any difference as you don't touch any part of the fan. My installation was with a Fan-tastic fan factory installed. Nothing changes with the fan or lid. 4 holes drilled at the specified locations mount the MaxxAir over any fan installation. Super easy to complete, awesome vent.
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finally head from our designer. Please see response to your question. thanks, Lee CarCoverkingdom Hi Lee, Here's an update: We contacted a vendor who manufacturers an RV with a rubber top and he advised that a Polypropylene cover will not react with the rubber top seal. Only issue is that some covers insulate so well, they can increase the temperature of the roof and cause laminate damage. Our covers do allow for ventilation so I think it would be a personal decision on the buyer's part. Let me know if you have any questions or need anything further? MJ
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It mounts on the metal frame of the vent. Drill 4 small holes into vent frame and attach the supplied brackets screws. 15 minute job. Real easy
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I painted (rolled) over the roof, flashing, and lap sealant only. I didn't paint over the vents. I actually installed MaxxAir vents over the original vents.
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Hi! You will need to have the Infinity factory crossbars before you can successfully fit this cargo box to the roof. Once those are in place you will be able to mount most of our cargo carriers! Thanks.
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If the vent is the standard 14" x14" vent, a fan does not make a difference. I have installed the Maxxair vent cover on two vents with fans. The Maxxair is designed for the standard 14X14" vents. The Maxxair connectors are mounted to the vent sides; a fan would not, or should not get in the way. The holes are drilled from the outside, on top of the roof.
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It mounts TO the roof surface.There are videos on YouTube that demonstrate how installation of various models is done.
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The awning rail is a piece of track that the awning slides into. I have no experience with mounting onto a van. You can call dometic and see if they would have the answers. Unless you have a high top van you would probably have to duct underneath it. Sorry I can't help more.