Attic Vent in 5er for Full time?

donn0128 wrote:

waterboy909 wrote:

donn0128 wrote:
Why do you feel a vented attic is so important? Dozens of folks full time in all sorts of RVs, most of which are not vented. BTW adding a attic vent is a pretty simple procedure.

We were told by the Montana salesmen that it is critical to have to disperse moisture. He said that with us full timing in the rig there would be a lot of cooking and just living in the unit which means varying temperatures that creates condensation in the roof that most have a way to escape otherwise the moisture is trapped and will eventually cause roof rot.. He said this is the same reason why stick built homes have vents in the attic

Uh wernt they trying to sell you their brand? So you believe them why? They probably also told you that you can safely tow any of their fivers with a 2500 truck too?
Learn some truths before you go shopping. Number one salesmen will lie to make a sale. Number two if a salesmans lips are moving he is likely lying.
As for brands? There mostly all the same. Same frames, appliances, insulation etc. Start by finding the floor plan you are happy living in. Then go play house in it for a half hour. Make lists of likes and dislikes. Go discuss the lists. Then make a choice whether you can live in it or not.
BTW your close enough you really should go visit Northwood MFG and take a tour of a real quality mfg.

Some times SOME salesmen actually know that which they speak of.

Attic venting in an RV is exactly like the attic venting in a S&B

Our 5th wheel has 3 attic vents (forward, mid-ship, aft)
Just like a S&B they allow air movement in/out of attic area.
Help in cooling during hot summers and condensation during winter time.

Not a deal breaker as they can be added to any RV roof.