Vibemod
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Topic: Vibemod
Posted By: David and Danette
Subject: Vibemod
Date Posted: 19 Jun 2014 at 5:53pm
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I would like to add a Fantastic vent fan in the front of the Vibe for better ventilation. There is a light in the ceiling the same as the r-pods that I would like to wire into . Do you think the wires would be able to handle the amperage of the fan safely? I already changed all the lights to LED's which use less electricity. Or should I ask what gauge wire would be safe to operate the fan? We have the front windows but they do not open could open the door which helps other than that there is a small window that opens up above the kitchen sink. The only other widows that open are the two back widows like the r-pod 171 on each side of the queen bed. Thank you for what ever help you may offer, I'm not much of a electrician. I would like to add it uses less than 3 amps on high. ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
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Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 19 Jun 2014 at 6:26pm
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David, Should be no problem. The original #921 bulbs drew 1.25 Amps each so the dual fixture would draw 2.5 amps. You've easily made up for that with the LEDs. As I recall the light circuit is fused at 15 amps which requires at least #14 wire. It's probably #12. Go for it. You'll like it. BTW I'm having one of the OEM fans in my Camplite replaced with a Fantastic. The POD spoiled me. ------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 20 Jun 2014 at 11:34am
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Agree. Like the new term "Vibemod". ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: fwunder
Date Posted: 20 Jun 2014 at 1:20pm
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"Vibemod" Sounds like an attitude adjustment.  fred ------------- 2014 RPod 178 => https://goo.gl/CV446f - MyMods and Buying Habits 2008 4Runner Limited 4.0-liter V6 Yes, those are wild ponies dining on grass while dumping tanks! |
Posted By: Pod People
Date Posted: 20 Jun 2014 at 3:09pm
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this is not exactly what you were asking about---but related . we added 2 small (6") fans to our pod-one at each end. they make a lot of air movement and contribute nicely to keeping the pod cool. we got them from our local office supply store (about $17 each). they are 110 volt and have large clamps that can attach in lots of different places. I actually custom fabricated 2 mounts that are attached to the top of the window valences for the mounting locations. here is a link to the fans http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/324208/Atlantic-Breeze-6-Personal-Clip-On/ here is the mount  here is the mount and a fan together  Vann ------------- Vann & Laura 2015 RPod 179 https://postimg.cc/0zwKrfB9"> 
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Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2014 at 7:59pm
Thank you everyone who replied. We ordered the Fantastic fan and the cover for when it rains. Next is going to be cutting a square hole in the roof that I will need to give more thought do not want to make a mistake.  ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2014 at 8:52pm
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FYI re the Fantastic fans. I installed one on my Camplite and measured the DC current. The current for the FF is
specified at 1.86/2.29/3.0 Amps on low/med/high, however I actually
measured 1.0/1.27/1.61. Apparently the spec values are starting
currents, more useful for fuse sizing. Good news for dry campers. I also put their UltraBreeze UB1500SM cover on it. No more worrying about rain. Great!
------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |
Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 26 Jun 2014 at 9:07pm
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I have noticed they have redesigned there motors the fan we ordered has the old motor, I don't know if there is a difference in amps. I did notice a difference in price they raised the price for the new design. The old ones have been dependable and have lasted campers a long time without any problems that is good enough for me. ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 27 Jun 2014 at 10:39am
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Yup, always measure currents - on any DC or AC appliance. The label ratings are for startup max surge. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2014 at 11:18am
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This morning after the tedious task of measuring to make sure the opening was where I thought would be a good location, I cut the opening. I just missed several wires thankfully nothing was cut, but among those wires was 12 volts to connect the fan to, that made things easier. I am taking a break now and hope to have the job completed by the end of the day. It is looking good so far and temporarily wired it and it works hooray! ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |
Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2014 at 3:23pm
PICTURES man PICTURES!!! ------------- |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2014 at 12:15am
Yes, pics or it didn't happen.  ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual
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Posted By: David and Danette
Date Posted: 10 Jul 2014 at 7:06am
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I will post pictures when I get a chance. With the fan in reverse is like having a ceiling fan above the dinette table. Very happy with the outcome and installing was easier than I had thought it would be. The ceiling joist are about 2 feet apart the roof has 1 1/2" of block foam altogether the roof is 1 13/16 " thick. I think that may be similar to the r-pods where there is foam. I think it will help in keeping it cooler in front. ------------- 2018 Vista Cruiser 19BFD (2018- 2012 Vibe 6503 (2014-2019) 2009 r-pod 171 (2009-2014) Middle Tn 2014 Ram 1500 Quad cab |