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disccopy's avatar
disccopy
Explorer
Mar 25, 2016

Roof Vent

Considering installing a manual open no fan roof vent in our 2002 Dodge Ram Van. Attached hopefully is the photo of the van roof and you can see a square area that I am hoping is designed to accommodate such a vent. Has anyone ever installed one like this or similar? Is it something DIY or must it be done at a rv type shop?

Also should this question be posted somewhere else?

Thanks again

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5 Replies

  • sassydad's avatar
    sassydad
    Explorer
    Mar 25, 2016
    On youtube go to van customizing and look up Dan Travels van build videos. One shows cutting out vent hole. Be warned you may not stop there. You could get the bug.
  • rockhillmanor's avatar
    rockhillmanor
    Explorer II
    Mar 25, 2016
    Considering installing a manual open no fan roof vent in our 2002 Dodge Ram Van. Attached hopefully is the photo of the van roof and you can see a square area that I am hoping is designed to accommodate such a vent. Has anyone ever installed one like this or similar? Is it something DIY or must it be done at a rv type shop?



    Just a side note:
    Do yourself a big favor and put in a 'roof vent cover' at the same time. That will allow you to leave the roof vent open all the time rain or shine. They cost around 20 bucks. You will regret it if you don't! :W



    And IMHO when cutting into a roof? I would take it to a dealership and have them install it. Just saying.
  • georgelesley's avatar
    georgelesley
    Explorer
    Mar 25, 2016
    Make sure it is well sealed so no leaks. Remember a vent with no shroud over it is useless in rain.
  • scbwr's avatar
    scbwr
    Explorer II
    Mar 25, 2016
    Measure it and see if it is a 14" X 14" opening, which is the standard RV vent opening size. If it is, it's just a matter of what you have to do to cut it open. After that, it looks like a RV vent would be installed as they usually are. I'd suggest using 4" Eternabond tape rather than a bunch of lap sealant.
  • Sully2's avatar
    Sully2
    Explorer
    Mar 25, 2016
    Never did one in a Dodge but many in Chevys and I preferred Ford vans. Measure the size of your roof "square" and buy one to fit your vehicle..
    have plenty of good sabersaw blades on hand

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