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    Posted: 07 Oct 2013 at 3:03pm
I have not noticed any photos of pods that have a fan vent cover over the standard Fantastic bathroom fan.  The first thing I did when I bought my used pod was to install a Fantastic Ultra-Breeze cover to keep rain out when the fan dome (lid) is open.  I took it off of my old pod and will be installing it on my new 178 as soon as it is ready. 

I have had similar covers over all the fans and/or vents in my previous RVs. Is there any particular reason why these are not installed on pods? 

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Posts: 1950 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 07 Oct 2013 at 3:28pm
Why they don't come with one is any ones guess.  But they should.

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I put on a FF that closes when it rains... Wink
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Originally posted by furpod

I put on a FF that closes when it rains... Wink


I installed the Fantastic fan in my 173 and it has the thermostat and rain sensor.  However, I the dealer won't let me swap units when I pick up the new 178.  One problem I have with these is that I have to store my pod in a storage facility.  I leave the vent cracked open and disconnect the battery.  Otherwise, I would go the route you took.

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If it's indoors, then the rain sensor is no big deal while in storage.. and you can just manually open the vent however high you want anytime..
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True.  Most of us use outdoor facilities due to the cost of indoor storage in Florida.

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Originally posted by Sleepless

True.  Most of us use outdoor facilities due to the cost of indoor storage in Florida.

Bob


I know what you mean.  I do have a cover on mine and I have a window open a little and the vent raised a little bit.

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Originally posted by furpod

I put on a FF that closes when it rains... Wink


I installed the Fantastic fan in my 173 and it has the thermostat and rain sensor.  However, I the dealer won't let me swap units when I pick up the new 178.  One problem I have with these is that I have to store my pod in a storage facility.  I leave the vent cracked open and disconnect the battery.  Otherwise, I would go the route you took.

Bob


Did you discard the factory parts from your original fan? I kept mine, just in case...
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I originally had the fan on a Dutchman Aerolite Zoom and transferred it to the 173.  I should have kept the original parts but I didn't. 

I remember reading about how you updated your Fantastic fan and will have to search for it again.  I am assuming the standard R-Pod fan is not thermostatically controlled. 
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I know what you mean.  I do have a cover on mine and I have a window open a little and the vent raised a little bit.
Terry
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Since using your cover, have you had any mold problems inside or outside your pod?  The fear of mold or musty odors are the only reason I have not used a cover. 

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