Camelot rear cap vent source

[windsorbill]

Originally Posted by 10Boomer

My self with the help of body shop. Yes it fits the slight bow. You’ll see when Tri metals. Send it to you.
The body shop did the cutting, I did the measurement and placement. They didn’t want to be responsible.
I secured the grill from inside the engine area, didn’t want exposed rivets.
If you handy it’s not a hard job. Good tape, jig saw with fine blade, air cutoff wheel. ( which we used).
Caution: your rear tail light wiring harness goes across that area too, cut zip ties and move it away from the work area.

I did notice the wiring. Thanks for the heads up.

I also have some blocks (plywood???) that are embedded in the fiberglass for panel strength. (only visible from inside). I need to measure my clearance on those as well.

Right now I have a slide dangling outside my coach waiting for new rollers to show up Hoping to get that project wrapped up later this month. Then on to the next one.

[windsorbill]

Originally Posted by BennieH

I've thought about this for our 03 Camelot with the side radiator. I wondered if that would be a good idea and it does seem to be a good way to get rid of the heat.
I have 2 swing out doors at the rear for engine access. Anyone put vents/grills in those?

You would have to put 1 in each door. Do you have room above the door? That way, 1 long vent would work. You need to see what is behind the area you're thinking about. I have reinforcing that I have to take into consideration when locating my vent.

[10Boomer]

Originally Posted by windsorbill

I did notice the wiring. Thanks for the heads up.



I also have some blocks (plywood???) that are embedded in the fiberglass for panel strength. (only visible from inside). I need to measure my clearance on those as well.



Right now I have a slide dangling outside my coach waiting for new rollers to show up Hoping to get that project wrapped up later this month. Then on to the next one.

Yes, when we cut at the bottom paint line( between the black(top) and bottom (gold) we just nipped the fiberglass bulges, no issue cutting. You could move it up another 1” and still be in the engine Bay Area still. So these shouldn’t be an issue. Didn’t make it to coach today, but will be there tomorrow, I’ll snap a picture or two for you guys.

[10Boomer]

Originally Posted by 96 Wideglide

Perry, do you have a pic of the back of your coach?
Seems to me the '08 Scepter got an engine cover with a opening at the top to let heat out, and the Camelot didn't .

Ben, sorry for the delay, here you go, pictures of my vent.

[10Boomer]

Originally Posted by gnlandrus

I’m fighting the hot Bedroom/closet problem. I remember reading a post, several months ago, that listed a source for a rear cap vent. I have been searching all morning for that post, without any luck. Does anyone have contact information for the company that made the vent ? If I remember correctly, doesn’t happen very often, , they were located in the Eugene/Springfield Oregon area.
Thanks for any help !!!

Greg

Greg, sorry for the delay, also look towards end of this thread, I posted some pictures of my vent grill from Tri City Metals. I have include for you some pictures of my engine compartment sealant job, also did this while I was replacing the interior bedroom carpet. More detail inside, if you want some pictures of this, I can send to you.

[10Boomer]

Originally Posted by zo66

I have the same issue with my 2006 Camelot and would be interested in anything that could reduce bedroom heat.

zo66, check thread for new pictures of my vent install.

[10Boomer]

To everyone, if you plan on purchasing the vent through Tri City Metals, I would suggest someone take the lead and make a group purchase. You might get it cheaper than the posted cost. Just an idea. Happy Cruzing!

[zo66]

Originally Posted by 10Boomer

To everyone, if you plan on purchasing the vent through Tri City Metals, I would suggest someone take the lead and make a group purchase. You might get it cheaper than the posted cost. Just an idea. Happy Cruzing!

That's a great idea....I want one! Anybody else?

[zo66]

Originally Posted by 10Boomer

zo66, check thread for new pictures of my vent install.

Perry,

Thanks for the photos, I really appreciate it. After seeing your install, I feel confident about installing my own.

Jim

[10Boomer]

Originally Posted by zo66

Perry,



Thanks for the photos, I really appreciate it. After seeing your install, I feel confident about installing my own.



Jim

Start with a template outside, check centering and position. I forgot to mention the little aluminum/ fiberglass hump in side by the cutting area, maybe my 3rd picture of grill inside engine compartment. Take a look you can see it. If I did it again I would raise it up another 1/2 or 1”. But I used the exterior paint line to help position the grill.

[96 Wideglide]

Thanks Perry!

Monaco could have saved you 08' and up Camelot owners, a lot of trouble if they had installed the same rear cap they put on the Scepter.

[10Boomer]

Originally Posted by 96 Wideglide

Thanks Perry!

Monaco could have saved you 08' and up Camelot owners, a lot of trouble if they had installed the same rear cap they put on the Scepter.

You know it for sure! Thats why we all of share ideas, so we can make our coaches better.

[windsorbill]

Originally Posted by 10Boomer

Ben, sorry for the delay, here you go, pictures of my vent.

I made a couple phone calls this morning. Elite RV wants about $1000 plus shipping for the grills, powder coated, ready to paint. They will paint it if you give them the paint code for extra, but I didn't ask how much.

Tri Metals wants $476 plus shipping. Take $100 off for not powdercoating.

Both places recommend powder coating. Probably several weeks out once you order from them.