[Rhodes22-list] boat ventilation

[Michael D. Weisner]

I think that there are two distinctly different needs for fans in the R22. 
One is to reduce the tendency for dampness and mold to form when unoccupied. 
For this, the solar powered 3-4" port fans may work very well.  I have not 
had much of a problem or experience with these units.  The second need for 
ventilation is when the R22 is in use, particularly if you cruise.  I have 
found that the 10" portable fan sold at Walmart ( 
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10817194 ) seems to 
provide very comfortable and quiet ventilation while aboard.  It is battery 
powered (8 "D" batteries) and runs on 12V boat power using a "cigarette 
lighter" cord that mates to the AC adapter input on the side (cord from 
RadioShack.)  You may even want to put 2 aboard.  They are lightweight, fold 
up and may be hung (there's a little hook) when not in use.  I like lots of 
air movement on still nights, even when in the cockpit.

Mike
s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
Nissequogue River, NY

From: <R22RumRunner at aol.com> Saturday, March 28, 2009 10:09 PM
> Chris,
> You can purchase an automotive fan at Walmart for around six bucks. It has 
> a
> clamp mount which will allow you to move it about the cabin. It has a
> standard  cigarette lighter plug which I believe Stan is still putting in 
> the cabin.
> If  not, they are inexpensive to purchase and install. Keeping the air 
> moving
> inside  the cabin is really important, especially if you are thinking of
> overnighting  during the heat of the summer.
>
> Rummy
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