Fitting 12v ROOF FAN - Fiamma Turbo | TRC Van Conversion 8.0

The last of the two vents is in. This is the Fiamma Turbo Vent 40 which will enable us to both extract and blow in fresh air.
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[@jimmy22122]

i don't understand how this channel doesn't have more subscribers. this guy has very good attention to detail and covers a whole range of interesting DIY projects. keep them coming please!

[@idi0tdetectioninprogress]

The title `Restoration Couple` does not lend itself to the average joe, carrying out basic DIY tasks, but that`s not really where it`s audience lies. It will grow, as it captures the van conversion and property renovation audience. But these projects are a financial and lifestyle investment, far more than a bit of weekend DIY to save a few quid. Quality over quantity anyway, at least it attracts the right people, without the usual KZbin moronic comments!

[@benjamincooley7203]

It's because people want to see it all done in 3 minutes like he says at the end of the video. People reeeealy enjoy before and after videos and van tours. They like seeing it all finished, and might not realize how hard and time consuming it really is.

[@johntheguru]

Aw mate, at 7:49 I saw the screw come through and thought nooooo!! Loving this series. Just found it and we are about to get an L3H2 Ducato to do a full build so thank you!

[@gjt2209]

I'm really enjoying this series, you have excellent presentation and practical skills. The mistakes and problem solving are all part of the journey and are often missing from other channels.

[@leedesigner1977]

Dude, I’m new to this channel, as of yesterday, but I’m gripped already. You’re a nice chap, an obvious grafter which has pride in his work with a fantastic team behind you, ie. 2 little ladies and the wife 😊 This channel was a good find!

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Glad it’s been helpful. 👍

[@Chris-hz1ui]

Enjoyed the vids so far, just bought a transit to convert. Quick tip about screw (or bolt and hardware) sealing - check out butyl tape. From working on boats I swear by it, so much nicer than silicone.

[@SEARLY100]

Recently discovered your channel and loving your van conversion series. Love your attention to detail and thorough explanations of what you are doing and why. I was going to get a Sprinter next year but I'm now thinking Relay 😆. Great to have experienced folks like yourself to show us numpties how to do it! Look forward to the electric installation 👍👍👍

[@cmelak007]

Your facial expression when you realized the screws were not in the wood. :-D Nevermind, nice video!

[@ARTHUR140194]

gold :D the moment he discovered there's a problem. Anyway great video!

[@ARepublicIfYouCanKeepIt]

Yes! Please do keep your camper van build videos coming. They're awesome.

[@dogsmartwithmegan]

Another great video I look out for them every day as I'm currently at the start of mine. Love how detailed they are it's exactly what people like me need when they are in the learning process. So thanks for all the fantastic videos.. Also your girls are hilarious :)

[@pierrefpv]

You're video's are a great help. We've just taken the plunge and bought a van. Oh dear... :-D

[@irishlad2326]

Your my hero. So my roof depth is 74mm I guess in gona have to have it sunken inside my finish height. Where do I get an extender for the lid crank? Yes the manual instructions are useless.

[@AlbertoBGoode]

Hello from Spain. Thanks a lot for videos like this. I just bougt my van and that is the roof fan we want to install. Buen vídeo. Nos vemos por el mundo.

[@antandcon]

These instructional style videos are great! I'm hoping to do a van conversion sometime in the future but am nervous about DIY. Your vids make me think that it might actually be possible!

[@EmlynPrice]

Hi great video , im about to install my own fiammia but have run into the same issue of it being slightly to large and need to fill the runell gaps with plastic , what did you use to do this ?

[@laurenmichele2029]

I'm thinking about buying this fan. Do you have an updated review on when you got it working?

[@jackdixon1761]

The bit where the screws missed the wood is my DIY career summed up in seconds.

[@richardsmith5404]

Really good and informative videos. I'm only in the planning stages of my build but I think you will be influencing a lot of my decisions! Can't wait to see that fan vent running.

[@HALEXbikes]

great tipps! I'm currently planning the conversion of my ford transit ;)

[@davew1234]

Your videos have taught me so much for my own conversion. Thank you!

[@transittravels5763]

Looks good! How did you you run the cable into the fan? Did you cut a hole in your boxing or just run it over the face of the boxing?

[@IngridsVanlife]

My man, you skipped the only part I wanted to see, the connecting of the cables for power in the fan. I have the exact same one haha!

[@scottdykema5385]

My favorite part is at 7:32, when "I dream of Jeanie" appears to help.

[@stephenwgreen78]

Great series. Can't wait for the next one. Thanks for sharing.

[@aaronjenkin]

Awesome video, thank you. How has the fan been? Any problems at all? Does it give good ventilation? Is it noisy? We are looking at our options.

[@miketomlinson5476]

Well done sir brilliantly explained videos I like the way your not cutting any corners

[@ashc3765]

Enjoying the long technical vids, keep up the great work! Van is gonna be great ;)

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Glad they are of use, they are a little longer than most others but I know what I am like researching projects and always good to show the bad bits too! :-)

[@jeffkendrick640]

Hi, I've copied your dimensions for the ceiling so I need the extension kit for the fan . what do I ask for ? thanks in advance

[@lukesimmons6423]

Hi, looking at fitting one soon. What screws did you use?

[@simonking559]

Great vid...will be interested to see the insulation video regards vapour barrier ect.great for ref .all the best sime.

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Thanks Simon. Lots of details coming on the insulation and a few methods to look at.

[@buzzvanni]

On the fan, what’s the M1 and M2 beside the +/- connections?

[@Tahoematt]

What did you use to fill the groves in the ceiling? The exact part. I’m in the states as well. Installing a sailing hatch but need to make the roof flat

[@penguinpeter6912]

Hi, just caught your video on fitting fiamma roof fan,can I ask about the wires from the fan,does one go to a positive,and one to negative connection please. Great video but I’m not sure about connection for the power. Many thanks Anthony 👍

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Yes just + and - if I remember rightly.

[@dibley1973]

Rainheld off then! Phew! BTW, does this fan have a rain sensor in case it is open when you are out and it rains?

[@mamob365]

Thanks. Really helpful as I am looking to fit one tomorrow!

[@conorbuxton1676]

What sikaflex did you use? Is it 512? Also have you had any issues with leaking?

[@wendytobiassen6740]

Hi There, is this the Fiamma 40 turbo vent? love yr films, im learning so much and altho not doing the job myself, at least I can work out if the people im going to employ to do the job, know what theyr'e talking about, i can ask the right ? Thank you

[@Anton_Ekelund]

Which Sikaflex did you use? Greetings from Sweden!

[@Kerahkirangi]

Love the videos. What camera are you using to shoot this apart from the GoPro.

[@andyscreen8167]

Thanks for a great video, I’ll be fitting mine next week. Can I ask how you made the plastic packers for in between the ridges? Thanks again, Andy

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Just UPVC window trim, D shape

[@andyscreen8167]

The Restoration Couple thank you very much. Great idea.

[@twominutesofyourtime3667]

Great videos - thanks!

[@AndreasToverud]

Hi! Great videos👍 Bought the same model (touch controls) and installed it tonight, but can't make sense of the polar control feature. How do you use it and what does it do? I left it running for an hour with polar control on the lowest setting, but nothing happened. Do you know what temperatures the different levels are set for?

[@TheRestorationCouple]

It’s a thermostat. So if on the coldest it may just never reach that low so will stay on. I think it is more intended so that it can be set to kick in when too warm in the van, e.g throughout the night.

[@wendytobiassen6740]

Hi There, I bought and fitted this fan vent in my sprinter, now the TnG ceiling has been fitted, I had to buy an extension rod for the knob that opens and closes the window vent, but i cant find any info on how to fits that extension! Please tell me the whole fan hasn't got to be dismantled from outside?

[@TheRestorationCouple]

We did the same, very simple. We just had to change one part and kept the original knob. There were no instruction and lots of unneeded parts in our kit. 👍

[@mange2]

Hi. Can you overide the thermostat and just have manual operation?

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Mange 2 not that I can see but I believe it would have to be below freezing to shut off on the coldest setting so that is pretty much the override.

[@cjmilton224]

hello, loving this channel, so useful and easy to follow! Do you find that Fiamma whistles when you drive? Or how is the noise when you're stationary and it's moving? Is there a point in having the heki mini for anything other than light if you have this Fiamma for ventilation? Thank so much!

[@TheRestorationCouple]

No whistle. Heki lets in 2 or 3 times more light but also handy for additional air flow above beds.

[@ryanevans8559]

@@TheRestorationCouple if you'd be so kind as to reply. I'm about to order the same unit as yours. Its going on my T5.1 city of long bus conversion. I've read that these vents are a permanent air flow vent, do you have any issues with it letting too much cold air in during the coler months? Ryan. P.s excellent video, thank you!

[@pierrefpv]

What do you think of the Fiamma roof fan after having used it for some time?

[@TheRestorationCouple]

No problems. Works great, especially while cooking or on thermostat during the night.

[@pierrefpv]

@@TheRestorationCouple Thanks for the reply!

[@Sephysogaku]

have you thought about wiring for the fan? are you going to install any other appliances?

[@TheRestorationCouple]

all on the way in next few videos. :-)

[@tobiasthegreat11]

Hi Tim, what’s your thoughts on the amount of light let in on the fiamma!! I have been considering exactly the same as you, fiamma turbo and heiki on the back but was wondering what sort of light a fiamma on the back would be like with no fan!! Appreciate your thoughts on this!!

[@TheRestorationCouple]

The fan unit blocks some light and the Fiamma is also slightly tinted. I would guess it’s around half the light so quite different, the fanless version may be brighter. I prefer the lower profile of fiamma when you look at the side of van as the heki are quite a bit taller.

[@tobiasthegreat11]

Thanks for the reply, thinking I’ll go with the fiamma, one of each and see how I get on!!👍

[@stevecraft00]

How didn't you swear? The air would have been blue if I'd made that error. I suspect Jo realised your error and made off prior to your discovery!

[@itsamumlife]

Haha I love ur wife's comment at 3:30ish! I would have said the same thing!!!!

[@JK-kk6fc]

7:52 MISSED 😂

[@sihart93]

Help please! I fitted this same vent a few days ago on my Transit. The ribs on the transit roof are awkwardly spaced for this fan meaning the lips where the vent screws down overhang the high points of the roof by around 1cm. This meant there was a gap under the lip where my screws went into the van roof. In hindsight I would have positioned the fan differently to avoid this situation, but I had a small window of opportunity due to weather so cut the hole in the roof and cracked on thinking I could just pack the gaps with sealant. It rained a bit the first night after I did it and there were no leaks, all was good. However after heavy rain last night I noticed my wooden frame was soggy in one corner and there were a couple of drops of water on the floor. I'm now panicking as the weather is forecast to be wet this week and I have no idea how to fix it. I used a Sikaflex alternative (Puraflex 40) to secure and seal the fan so I'm assuming that now it's in, it's not coming out. I can only assume the water is making it's way in through one of the screw holes somehow, but I have no idea how to fix this. Any help would be very much appreciated! Thanks in advance

[@chatteyj]

Did you fix it? I have had problems with mine leaking on my transit roof (different fan to yours) and after removing it a lot the screws were rusty so I think plenty of sikaflex on top the screw heads is essential. Also don't scrimp on the mastic tape either!

[@dadamdilby]

what were those handy tools you used for cleaning up the sikaflex? :O

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Just silicone tools.

[@dadamdilby]

@@TheRestorationCouple ooooh and why did you squirt some extra silicone on before scraping off the excess?

[@chatteyj]

@@TheRestorationCouple Do you think they help for a better water tight seal? I got a small leak in my rooflight and so I need to re-do mine.

[@BrigitteGoodman]

I miss the video showing how to prepare the grooves on the roofs before you install the vent. In your video it is all done already.

[@corallaroc]

I don't know how Jo didn't realise that the screws weren't going in. Surely she would have felt it? 🤔

[@pouredoutmywindow]

Where is the wire supposed to go?! Everyone always skips the dangling wire in videos and cannot find results anywhere online, there is no visible lip or hole for the wire that connects to the power source to feed through, weve resulted in drilling a hole through the side of the vent hope this doesn’t completely mess up the vent but what else are we expected to do

[@ChurchClown7]

Cool

[@randommusings48]

Great video! At 11:05, are those the screws sticking out?

[@JK-kk6fc]

Michael C looks like it 😂

[@tonylindqvist7014]

👍

[@grahamhardyvanlife5704]

see you on the 14th.

[@AndrewSmart32]

For anyone looking for a roof vent to buy i really don't recommend this fiamma turbo fan. Its broken electronically, the entire opening mechanism has broken multiple times in the middle of nowhere. Currently pursuing a warranty claim, that doesn't seem good either

[@TheHomeent]

Considering your usual attention to detail I think you should have replaced that frame from scratch. If it ever gives you any trouble you are going to kick yourself.

[@unaloker6087]

You did not paint the sheet you cut and you did the heki assembly. there will be rust in the future.

[@DIYToPen]

That half hearted metal foil placement, what's the point. if you leave so much metal exposed it's just going to be a waste of time/money.

[@TheRestorationCouple]

??? You need to take a look at the series... it’s sound deadening, and designed to cover 30-50% of panels. Nothing to do with insulation. 😉

[@DIYToPen]

@@TheRestorationCouple Have you tested the effectiveness of the sound deadening, a before and after? Because again 90% coverage for example would be better in my mind.

[@TheRestorationCouple]

Diminishing returns. It cut out the main drumming noise from the large panels. The main road noise deadening is achieved more by the various layers of insulation materials and walls/flooring.

[@brandyhawking7908]

I did it with the Woodglut plans.

[@Jake-jg7kx]

Another great vid thanks