omnivent extractor fan and roof light.

[peter_374410740]

I have recently purchased a new caravan and when I lower the adjustable vent, it drops down with a thud onto the caravan roof.

My caravan dealer says this is due to a new type of spindle, but I am not convinced this is true.

Has anyone else encountered this problem and if so how was it cured.

 

[cava55]

hi yes its normal mine is same ! dealer told me to lube it up on the spindle with a light oil like wd40 have done it this is now smoother but still a thud when it get to the last bit befor it shuts.

 

[Steve L]

Yes peter it is normal.

Because of the engineering of the mechanisum, the last turn of the knob does mean that the vent lid drops more suddenly.

My van is a 2005 model and it still has the origial mechanisum and vent cover so the action isn't detremental to the longevity of the part.

Steve L.