Maxxair Maxfan

[Trappa]

I'm looking at fitting a Maxxair maxfan in my 2018 Pilote P650C in the skylight above the bed with a remote control.

Firstly has anyone had one of these fitted and are the any good, secondly does anybody know where I can get one fitted, I live in Billingham Near Middlesbrough.

 

[Landy Andy]

I fitted one last year and really rate it. I wouldn’t want to be with out it now. It’s not perfect as is noisy when opening, and closing, but the fan it’s self is quiet. It also blocks light during the day, but allows light in during the night, so next time I would have the none clear top version.

 

[Otter Spotter]

I have one and I splashed out for the internal frame kit which has LEDs and blinds fitted, The fan is well worth the cost, you can clear the air in an enclosed can within seconds after a good curry last summer it was a godsend for keeping us cooler as the air flow can be cranked up, but if you have it on full fan it is a little noisy. If you plan on going abroad to warmer climes and don’t want A/C then this is a great piece of kit.

 

[jollyrodger]

I'm on the 3rd van I've fitted one.
One replaced a 240v ac unit and did a few miles in hot climates, worked perfectly for my needs.
High initial outlay but imo well worth it.

I Reularly take down the circular fly screen and cleans and dry thoroughly, had one showing signs of rust so treated and sprayed. Sorted.

On all fitted power came from solar fed batteries so free to use on low 30% or lower (silent) through a hot night.

Looking forward to actually being able to get out to use it on present van

Sourced the last couple from Rainbow conversions they had offers on

Maxxair Maxxfan Deluxe Roof Vent Tinted, Smoke, White

Buy a Maxxair Maxxfan Deluxe Roof Vent Fan 400 x 400mm With Remote Control from Rainbow Conversions - motorhome and caravan, campervan equipment shop. Available with White, Smoke or Tinted top.

www.rainbow-conversions.co.uk

 

[Bobby-gg]

I fitted one last year and really rate it. I wouldn’t want to be with out it now. It’s not perfect as is noisy when opening, and closing, but the fan it’s self is quiet. It also blocks light during the day, but allows light in during the night, so next time I would have the none clear top version.

Did you go for the "tint" version?
That's the one I'm thinking fitting ready for this season but if you say that it doesn't actually let that much daylight in I'll get the "smoke" one instead

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[Otter Spotter]

Did you go for the "tint" version?
That's the one I'm thinking fitting ready for this season but if you say that it doesn't actually let that much daylight in I'll get the "smoke" one instead

If you get the blind frame, Then I would go for the clear. Even with the blind closed you do have fresh venting.

 

[Raul]

I went for clear with the inner frame with blind. The blind works ok for blocking light, but it you have a air tight van as you close the door it jumps of the slide and needs pushing with the finger back in. Not evenly impressed with the blind but it does the job, just.

 

[Landy Andy]

Did you go for the "tint" version?
That's the one I'm thinking fitting ready for this season but if you say that it doesn't actually let that much daylight in I'll get the "smoke" one instead

I went for the clear and the internal blind. No Lights.

It allows light through but very little compared to the Heki it replaced. Also find the internal blind is clunky in use, and generally ”cheap” it blocks the air flow, and doesn’t block the light like the other blinds that cover the standard roof lights. So it’s a bit mmmm for me. If doing it again I would just go for the solid cover and do away with the blind, have no light showing at night, and no air restrictions.
This is a harsh review. It’s still a great thing, and something I would fit again.

 

[TerryL]

Very pleased with ours, had it professionally fitted but that included removing the aircon unit we never used - I couldn't have managed it myself. I bought the smoked lid plus the internal blind/lights - there was no light before so although it's not a "sunshine roof" there is a little bit extra. It's over the cooking area so using it as an extractor is ideal - the smoke alarm no longer goes off when I'm cooking breakfast. The blind is a bit flimsy but the LED lights come in handy.

You don't need to close it for travel, plus you can leave it "open" for ventilation without the fan even if it rains.

If you're replacing an existing vent (400mm square but they do a smaller version) it's a straightforward job, only possible problem is running the 12v supply - my man just pulled through the existing 240v cable!

And I sold the old aircon unit for what I paid for the Maxxair!

 

[Wissel]

We have had one in our van for at least 2 years and have it running most of the time. Wouldn't be without it now tbh.

We have the clear with led blind and would order the same again.

For most of the year it keeps the van well ventilated and cool in the summer (perfect with a dog). On the odd night where it's too hot to sleep, whack it on full, insert earplugs, sleep like a baby.

It's quiet enough to sleep with on, on low. On full it's a bit noisy, but really blows a gale. One of the best things we've fitted.

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[Realist]

Purchased the fan remote version and the light screen as well. Not fitted yet not had the weather plus if I could find someone to do it for us I would.

 

[gus-lopez]

Yep I've had one a couple of years. works a treat. Mine is the solid white top & I have no problem with light at night. straight swop for the Fiamma 40x40 vent that I fitted previously. I usually leave it on the auto setting @26º except when travelling as I found it was dragging the cab air con out

Sourced the last couple from Rainbow conversions they had offers on

Price has risen a fair bit I see ?

 

[Landy Andy]

It’s amazing how much air it moves, for very little noise. You can hear the fan tone change when you open a window or door. We run ours at night, and anything up to about 30% is quiet enough not to hear even at night. Crack the windows open beside the bed and it draws nice cool fresh air in across the bed

 

[Steve and Denise]

Watching his thread with interest as our last Omni fan failed pretty quick and I expect the one in our new van to fail rather quickly so this sounds to be a good replacement.

 

[AdamB]

I installed one a couple of years ago and it has been really good. However unless you have splashed out on the internal frame kit (too expensive for me) it does loose a lot of heat in the winter. To combat this I removed the fly screen (4 clips) and had a piece of thick fabric covering the hole, then placed the flyscreen back - it makes a huge difference and takes seconds to insert/remove. If I had a choice I would install another system in the rear and have one sucking air in and one blowing air out thereby having constant air circulating around the van - better than aircon!

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[Otter Spotter]

We live ours but have to admit that we haven’t travelled abroad where you would get most benefit. We eat a lot of fish cooked in the van and the Maxxfan clears the air in second.

 

[jollyrodger]

We live ours but have to admit that we haven’t travelled abroad where you would get most benefit. We eat a lot of fish cooked in the van and the Maxxfan clears the air in second.

Especially when cooking kippers in microwave soon gets rid of lingering smells


Bet this would be a challenge though?

 

[Sundowners]

We have only had 'fantastic fans'------ every one has been excellent---- we did fit one with rain auto closing and remote----- with the maxair cover that is not necessary ----- I have not compared the price of the two??

 

[Landy Andy]

We have only had 'fantastic fans'------ every one has been excellent---- we did fit one with rain auto closing and remote----- with the maxair cover that is not necessary ----- I have not compared the price of the two??

No rain sensor required as the air is taken from under the hood, if that makes sense, so what ever the weather it work. Which is ideal as it’s often the wet days when the other options (roof vents, windows, doors) aren’t good for allowing air in. It’s also great know that if your leaving dog in there it will get airflow, and it doesn’t matter if it rains.

 

[fordsabroad]

I have been reading this thread with interest as I would consider having one fitted to my new MH when I collect it next month (not actually new, 2016 swift Rio 310).
I really want it to keep my dog cool. One question I have, can you have it running when on the move. The MH has cab AC but the habitation area doesn't benefit from this.

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[Googlebot]

I have been reading this thread with interest as I would consider having one fitted to my new MH when I collect it next month (not actually new, 2016 swift Rio 310).
I really want it to keep my dog cool. One question I have, can you have it running when on the move. The MH has cab AC but the habitation area doesn't benefit from this.

It can run when on the move, we do this with no issues.

 

[Landy Andy]

I have been reading this thread with interest as I would consider having one fitted to my new MH when I collect it next month (not actually new, 2016 swift Rio 310).
I really want it to keep my dog cool. One question I have, can you have it running when on the move. The MH has cab AC but the habitation area doesn't benefit from this.

Yes you can but I don5 think it will work as well, just make you AC less efficient.

 

[weefish]

I have a white lid but it still lets in a bit of light. I took it off and lined it with self adhesive 10mm foam.

 

[Reallyretired]

I notice from videos etc that the blind which is an extra, seems to let in a fair bit of light too. Perhaps OK in combination with the white top.

 

[Reallyretired]

I have been reading this thread with interest as I would consider having one fitted to my new MH when I collect it next month (not actually new, 2016 swift Rio 310).
I really want it to keep my dog cool. One question I have, can you have it running when on the move. The MH has cab AC but the habitation area doesn't benefit from this.

On extract it will evacuate the hot air which rises , and may pull a bit of cool air in from the cab. Certainly worth a try.