|
04-09-2012, 09:56 AM
|
#1
|
Noob
2009 22' Sport
Columbus
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 72
|
Roof fan squeals
I think I have a Fan-tastic vent. It has the pop in screen, and the speed control is variable (not single speed, or 3 speed). The problem is that it squeals. At every speed. It's not bad; in fact DW did not even notice it until I pointed it out to her. Now she doesn't like the sound, either. Is this motor easy to access and lube? And if so, what would you put on it? Thanks in advance!
Bret
__________________
All kids are gifted; some just open their packages earlier than others. - Michael Carr
|
|
|
04-09-2012, 10:21 AM
|
#2
|
Site Team
2002 25' Safari
Dewey
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 15,618
|
Contact the company. They have excellent customer service.
__________________
Richard
Wally Byam Airstream Club 7513
|
|
|
04-09-2012, 10:40 AM
|
#3
|
"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
|
Never seen a FV with variable speed, ours is 3spd reversible. Pic?
Anyway...have had good luck using WD40 on the shaft, easier done from above. Have used it on the stove vent motor also.
Bob
__________________
I’m done with ‘adulting’…Let’s go find Bigfoot.
|
|
|
04-09-2012, 10:50 AM
|
#4
|
Lost in America
2015 27' FB International
2006 25' Safari FB SE
2004 19' International CCD
Santa Fe
, New Mexico
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 2,156
|
Check for a pine needle or leaf wedged in there. They can squeal too!
__________________
This is the strangest life I've ever known - J. Morrison
2015 Airstream International Serenity 27FB
2017 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Duramax Diesel
|
|
|
04-19-2012, 12:07 PM
|
#5
|
Noob
2009 22' Sport
Columbus
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 72
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by ROBERT CROSS
Never seen a FV with variable speed, ours is 3spd reversible.
|
Give the man a (bubble gum) cigar! I have finally made my way to caulking back there and discovered it to be a SHURflo. http://www.shurflo.com/rv-products/r...ult.html#tab04
__________________
All kids are gifted; some just open their packages earlier than others. - Michael Carr
|
|
|
04-23-2012, 10:47 AM
|
#6
|
Noob
2009 22' Sport
Columbus
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 72
|
OK, so now that we know it's a SHURflo, it's time to re-caulk that puppy. Guess what? Just like the skylight, the 'good' folks at JC put a major whump on the screws attaching it to the roof.
1st photo; cracks are not too bad.
2nd photo, crack goes up the side of the roof jack. (Sorry about the focus.)
So, what do you think? Should I replace the whole fan assembly, or just glob LOTS of caulk all over it? In advance, thanks!
__________________
All kids are gifted; some just open their packages earlier than others. - Michael Carr
|
|
|
04-23-2012, 02:29 PM
|
#7
|
"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
|
JD,
When I replaced the skylight last year I used these plastic caps over the screw heads, fill them with caulk press on and let dry. Sika 721 UV works very well.
Your other cracks don't look too bad yet, a good sealing should last, inspect often.
Bob
__________________
I’m done with ‘adulting’…Let’s go find Bigfoot.
|
|
|
04-25-2012, 09:39 AM
|
#8
|
Noob
2009 22' Sport
Columbus
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 72
|
Thanks. Yep, caulk and me are the best of buds.
__________________
All kids are gifted; some just open their packages earlier than others. - Michael Carr
|
|
|
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Recent Discussions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|