purplepeep
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Post by purplepeep on Jul 16, 2014 17:55:43 GMT -8
Our original roof vent is fine on the inside. The top is a nasty mess. I ordered a new one from vintage tractor supply but don't care for the plastic on the inside.
Would it be possible to put the top from the new on the old?
Also, Larry, how much should my husband build up the crown? I remember you doing a video on this.
TIA!
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SusieQ
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Post by SusieQ on Jul 16, 2014 19:18:13 GMT -8
You can order just the lid for replacement on the new vents. I can not tell you if they will fit the old ones, but a lot of people remove their old vents so if you just want a new lid or the same vintage vent, asking around or shopping for a vintage one could be an option.
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John Palmer
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Hi, From a vintage trailer guy located in Santa Ana, CA. It's good to see lots of activity here.
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Post by John Palmer on Jul 16, 2014 20:09:10 GMT -8
VTS is Vintage TRAILER Supply. TSC is Tractor Supply Company.
VTS sells a very nice copy of the old aluminum vent for about $50, but it comes with a plastic inside garnish ring. I don't see why you could not make your own aluminum trims just like the original style, you could even polish them before installation. It's the normal 14" by 14" size.
They also sell a flat top Fantastic Fan, and even though it's plastic, in grey it looks just fine on a vintage trailer.
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Post by vikx on Jul 17, 2014 22:04:26 GMT -8
Usually, 3/4" on the vent is great... I've done 1/4 to 3/4; even a little helps. You have to finesse the roofing a bit but it's well worth it. Larry may chime in. I'm thinking the doctor told him not to computerize for a while.
Are you behaving, Larry??
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