2600 RB fishing wiring from Kitchen Fan for Bedroom Fan w/ Pictures

[Rivercityjeff]

I know this post was from a couple years ago, but I would like to thank you! I’m new to the group and this extremely helpful for upgrading our vent to a vent with a fan to our Imagine 28bhe!

So glad it helped y'all!

[AZMike]

Great post! I just bought a 2600rb and the Salesguy claimed the BR vent was pre- wired for a fan. Had my doubts but now I know it’s no biggie if I gotta fish the wire. Thank you for the info. Ordering new fan today!

Sales people will tell you just about anything you want to hear!

[Petrovsky]

I know this post was from a couple years ago, but I would like to thank you! I’m new to the group and this extremely helpful for upgrading our vent to a vent with a fan to our Imagine 28bhe!

We will be doing the same in the near future. So many small and some large projects. The only point for a stronger fan in the bathroom is the possibility of drawing black tank gases into the bathroom. Some posts have mentioned this. However, we have pocket doors so it might not be an issue. For us, the stronger fan isn't for the toilet....it is to draw out moisture from the shower.

[Rivercityjeff]

Pierre and Tara welcome to the forum. It is a good place to share and learn in a friendly environment.

[more tired since retired]

We will be doing the same in the near future. So many small and some large projects. The only point for a stronger fan in the bathroom is the possibility of drawing black tank gases into the bathroom. Some posts have mentioned this. However, we have pocket doors so it might not be an issue. For us, the stronger fan isn't for the toilet....it is to draw out moisture from the shower.

The secret for not pulling in black tank gases is not to run the fan when flushing the toilet. Running the fan will draw the fumes in. Turn on the fan AFTER you have flushed and run water into the bowl.

[Petrovsky]

The secret for not pulling in black tank gases is not to run the fan when flushing the toilet. Running the fan will draw the fumes in. Turn on the fan AFTER you have flushed and run water into the bowl.

That is likely the best and only solution to the issue. Now I have to figure out whether I want a Fantastic or Maxxair fan. Had a fantastic in previous RV and it worked really well. However, a lot of people seem to lean to Maxxair.

[Rivercityjeff]

The real trick is to have an "exhaust only" fan in the bathroom and prevent an unwanted camping memory.

We have 3 Maxxfan Deluxe in our 2600RB and have had no issues leaving the bathroom fan on low to evacuate morning odors. In 3+ years of use we've replaced a noisy motor under warranty and a crank out of warranty.

[UtahBear]

OK so it's been a while since this was posted but I am now physically able to install my Max fan in the bedroom so your sage advice is very welcome. I was wondering if that was possible. Did you put heavier wire in?

[Rivercityjeff]

OK so it's been a while since this was posted but I am now physically able to install my Max fan in the bedroom so your sage advice is very welcome. I was wondering if that was possible. Did you put heavier wire in?

Heavier wire was not needed. The fans are 12v and don’t draw much current. We just got close to the wire size on the fan and have not had any issues, with wiring.

It has been awhile since the installation of our 3 Maxxfan Deluxe units. They have not been as reliable as I had hoped. I have replaced 3 lift mechanisms and 2 motors. Starting to believe Heng fans at 1/3 the cost and adding covers for the existing lids is a better idea. Removal of the original fans was a pain.