hammer Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Hi, I am needing two large winter vent covers and the cheapest I can find them is approximately £20 each. £40 for two bits of plastic measuring 480x235mm is a bit excessive. Does anyone know of a shop that sells them cheaper? I could make some myself, however I had a look in B&Q last night and could only find shed window perspex (expensive) or the sides off a plastic storage box which would be fragile when cold. Any ideas of what I could use to make my own? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithl Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 I'm sorry if this sounds a bit blunt but you've probably spent in excess of £30,000 buying your MH and now you begrudge paying £40 on 'essential' parts! Sorry but I can't see your logic! If it where me I would just shell out the forty quid and get the proper parts! Sorry if this isn't what you wanted to hear but it's my thoughts on the matter. Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammer Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 A fool and his money are soon parted! Yes my van cost a lot of money, however I am not prepared to pay £40+ for 2 pieces of plastic.. Each to their own though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Agree with Keith. Have a look on leisureparts for the correct part because they may be more than just a bit of plastic. If you can make them for less, you will have the makings of a cottage industry. I agree that the retail price is high but sadly motorhome prices are like that. There isn't enough competition, and the market is too small, to bring down prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Brock - 2017-10-07 6:04 PM ...they may be more than just a bit of plastic... The ‘covers’ for my Thetford fridge/freezer are essentially just pieces of white plastic sheeting that are fitted BEHIND the external ventilation grilles. It should be easy enough to DIY covers, though you’d need to be careful about the heat resistance of the material employed (thin aluminium sheet would be ’safe’ if there were any doubts about using plastic sheet). However, I note that covers are being offered here http://www.outdoorbits.com/thetford-fridge-vent-winter-cover-large-p-5087.html?name=Thetford%20Fridge%20Vent%20Winter%20Cover%20Large with a pair costing £18.63 and delivery costing a further £10 (£28.63 overall). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceM Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Writing from a position of ignorance, are vent covers actually needed? – ie what is their purpose? Is the objective to reduce ventilation to help the gas raise the temperature to allowing cooling to take place in the absorption fridge during winter? And if so, what are the implications on exhaust gas venting? My fridge incidentally is Dometic and vents exhaust gases through the top vent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Kirby Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Broadly, they have two functions. They reduce airflow during cold weather to optimise fridge function, which otherwise deteriorates, and they protect to some extent the fridge housing from driving rain and snow, so keeping it dryer and in better condition when the fridge is out of use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKen1 Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Keithl - 2017-10-07 6:40 PM I'm sorry if this sounds a bit blunt but you've probably spent in excess of £30,000 buying your MH and now you begrudge paying £40 on 'essential' parts! Sorry but I can't see your logic! If it where me I would just shell out the forty quid and get the proper parts! Sorry if this isn't what you wanted to hear but it's my thoughts on the matter. Keith. I think "hammers" question is reasonable and to have the above reply is out of order .. I would ask as well if the prices seem extortionate for any parts and have done so and got be cheaper parts elswhere .As you see Derek has come up with a better price so its always worth asking even if you did pay 30,000 grand for your van. .......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keithl Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 BKen1 - 2017-10-07 8:01 PM Keithl - 2017-10-07 6:40 PM I'm sorry if this sounds a bit blunt but you've probably spent in excess of £30,000 buying your MH and now you begrudge paying £40 on 'essential' parts! Sorry but I can't see your logic! If it where me I would just shell out the forty quid and get the proper parts! Sorry if this isn't what you wanted to hear but it's my thoughts on the matter. Keith. I think "hammers" question is reasonable and to have the above reply is out of order .. I would ask as well if the prices seem extortionate for any parts and have done so and got be cheaper parts elswhere .As you see Derek has come up with a better price so its always worth asking even if you did pay 30,000 grand for your van. .......... Brian, I did quite clearly say this was my opinion and apologised in advance if it was not what Hammer wanted to hear. I was actually going to add that perhaps the covers could be found cheaper elsewhere but decided not to to keep my post short. Hammer, Sorry again if I offended but I did say it was my opinion and it looks as though Derek has found you a cheaper supplier. Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Uzzell Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 Also a small-ad here at £10 per cover. http://tinyurl.com/yau6vdab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hammer Posted October 8, 2017 Author Share Posted October 8, 2017 No offence taken but just because I have spent a lot on the vehicle doesn't mean I will be ripped off for other purchases. Thanks for the replies - they are simple pieces of plastic to go inside the existing vent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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