Ventilation

[Av8r3400]

I got a pair of these mounted in the "kick panels" just in front of the doors.


It worked so well in 'Ol Yeller…

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I did the same mount in the Mangy Fox.

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[colospace]

Larry, I had seen your configuration in a previous search of posts, but figured it would just put air on my long legs (that will likely be splayed out to the side) rather than getting it on my face/neck. What is your experience in that regard. Sure looks like it would help Jim's feet out.

[Av8r3400]

I have short legs, so maybe this isn't the only solution for you "lanky" guys.

I will say that with the vent open, there is a considerable amount of air flowing around the entire cabin. These vents can be turned to take "ram" air, which is a considerable amount of flow, or they can be turned away from the airflow as a exhausting vent. It is surprising how much air movement this will cause. I often crack them open slightly backwards in the winter to keep air moving.

[PapuaPilot]

Does anyone else have poor ventilation airflow? I put NACA ducts just forward of my door with 2" SCAT tubing and eyeball vents. I thought it was going to be really strong airflow but it is almost nil.

[jiott]

My NACA ducts are somewhat higher than yours Phil and give quite a strong airflow when the eyeball is full open.

The vents that blow into the footwell area are a neat idea, but I would personally not want to give up my eyeball vents that I can aim right at my face and neck on those hot days.

[Paul Z]

In Texas the eye ball vents are useless, I've started cracking the doors open and use a Velcro strap to hold it in position. Plenty of airflow, and no modifications.

[gregsgt]

I bought a set of the Vista vents to put in my doors. I flew in a plane that had them before and was impressed with them. But as mentioned, I am nervous about cutting the holes. I'm going to wait for it to get good and warm out before I attempt it.


http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalo...vistavents.php

[jrevens]

The 3D printed knob looks like a great idea! I recently modified mine to basically do the same thing, but it took quite a bit longer to accomplish...

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[efwd]

Fantastic! I have never seen anyone do that. Im going to have to do it.

[Jcard]

Got these works of art from someone on Instagram.
Love them.