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supercub
Explorer
Nov 12, 2015

Ceiling Fan ?????

Thinking of installing a ceiling fan in the bedroom. Looking for some help.
Is 12V or 110 fans better? I'm thinking 12v so will be able to run it without invertor or generator or shore power. Any pros and cons on 12v fans vs 110 fans?

Do they make one with a remote control?

How are they attached to the ceiling? I have an 04 Fleetwood Revolution and the ceiling is a vinyl or ultra leather. I have no idea how you get above this covering to the sold ceiling. Any idea?

For those with ceiling fans in the bedroom, are they worth it? Do they help? I'm primarily looking to help move the air around on those calm warm/hot nights when dry camping. If I'm plugged into shore power, I'll run the AC's if needed.
Thanks for your help.
Brian
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  • micpib1's avatar
    micpib1
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    Check Amazon.com, search 12 VDC Ceiling Fan, I found several there. They also showed remote controls for their fans.
    I have a 2015 Fleetwood Excursion with one small window in the bedroom, so no cross ventilation. I was hoping to install a fan just to keep the air moving. My plan (35B) does not have 12 VCD or 120 VAC anywhere near the ceiling so I am stuck looking for other options. If you have 12 VDC nearby,you might consider a Fantastic Fan, they move a lot of air, they have multiple speeds, etc. JH
  • micpib1's avatar
    micpib1
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    I found the one I was hoping to purchase.

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Non-Brush-DC12V-42-Ceiling-Fan-for-RV-with-Wall-Control-/151120301442

    Here is one with the remote control.

    http://www.ebay.com/itm/12V-RV-Remote-Ceiling-Fan-Motorhome-B-O-36-Smooth-and-Quiet-WOW-/291456917002

    Let us know how it goes. JH
  • pulsar's avatar
    pulsar
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    Do they help? Yes. We enjoy ours, (a 12v model).

    Are they worth it? Since the ceiling fan came standard on our coach, I have no idea its cost or what the cost would be to install one.

    If you don't have a Fantastic fan, or similar, I would go that route first. However, If it is real "muggy" out, we prefer the ceiling fan.

    Tom
  • dropaline's avatar
    dropaline
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    i have a 2006 bounder 38n,i bought a fantastic fan 12 volt very compact does a great job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Dick_B's avatar
    Dick_B
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    What's the ceiling height? Is it high enough to eliminate hitting the fan blades?
  • YC_1's avatar
    YC_1
    Nomad
    Nov 12, 2015
    Ceiling fan

    Our 12 volt fan is rarely off. It works great. Our first one started a ticking sound. The new one was obviously improved compared side by side and it has lasted 6 years. Mine is quiet and moves plenty of air.

    Think outside of the box when mounting. Build a color matched base block that will spread the pressure out and the padded ceiling will not be an issue.

    Make sure you have room if you have slides.
  • barmcd's avatar
    barmcd
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    Dick_B wrote:
    What's the ceiling height? Is it high enough to eliminate hitting the fan blades?


    That's important. We've been in a lot of RVs since we're currently looking for one. I've it my head on two ceiling fans that were pretty low. Both were over the bed, but they were in the middle of the room and the bed was in a slide so off set a little so the blades weren't entirely over the bed.
  • Not_a_Clue's avatar
    Not_a_Clue
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    We had ours installed...love it, but check the ceiling height.

    We are rather short so it is okay....but don't pull something over your head when under it....don't ask me how I know. It is great for overnight sleeping when warm outside. We don't like running the AC at night.

  • hanko's avatar
    hanko
    Explorer
    Nov 12, 2015
    dont bother, they're not worth it. not enough room between the blades and ceiling to move any decent amount of air.

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