Is The Installation/Replacement Of A Fan-Tastic Vent Roof Vent Easy To Complete
Question:
Thank you. I will order a new one. Since I am replacing a FanTastic plan with the same unit, is the replacement/installation easy? What do I need to order for the installation in addition to what comes with the fan? Butyl tape, or what is best for the seal? Thx
asked by: L. S
Expert Reply:
The hardest part of replacing a roof vent is definitely removing the old sealant. You'll want to use some composite tools, like part # PT73HJ, to carefully pry up the sealant without ripping up the roof membrane. You won't get all of it off but will be able to get a majority. Once you're done prying up the sealant you can wipe down the area with some rubbing alcohol to clean and prep it for new sealant.
The Fan-Tastic Vent Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan and Thermostat # FV802250 will come with mounting hardware so you can toss the old screws from the previous vent. You will have to pick up some butyl tape # AL28FJ and some self-leveling sealant # 34427034145-1 to cover the mounting flange and prevent water from leaking in.
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LaSalle Bristol XTRM Universal Self-Leveling Sealant - White - 10.1 oz - Qty 1
- RV Roof Repair
- Sealant
- 10.1 oz
- Self-Leveling
- White
- LaSalle Bristol
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Alpha Systems Butyl Tape for RV Weatherproofing - 20' x 1" x 3/16"
- RV Roof Repair
- Tape
- Butyl Tape
- 20 Feet Long
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Composite Trim Removal Tool Kit - 5 Piece
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- Nylon
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Dometic FanTastic Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan and Thermostat - Manual Lift - 14-1/4" x 14-1/4"
- RV Vents and Fans
- Vent
- Roof Vent
- Manual Lift
- 4-1/2 Inch
- 12V Fan
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- 14W x 14L Inch
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- Dometic
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