Roof Vent Wanted

[marcoos_1]

Does anyone have a roof vent for sale?

[strat6v]

Hawk cars.

[marcoos_1]

Hmmmmmmm....................OK - I was kinda hoping there would be an alternative. Not too impressed with the service there so far. If there's no other option then I guess that's who it'll have to be.

Another question then re roof vents. Does anyone actually use it as a vent to get cold air into the car when needed, or is it mainly cosmetic? On most of the cars I've seen (including my brothers car) the vent is not actually used - just bonded to the roof. My intention would be to use it for cool air, but I was wondering if anyone had a solution for sealing it etc for when driving in the rain? (I live in Scotland, so there is just the slightest chance I might see some rain!). One thing I have noticed in the few weeks since I've had my car.......it sure does get hot in there.

[strat6v]

I'm in the proces of making a 'cap' to fix over the front of my scoop. Before it was painted, i fixed a small ally strip across the opening with a rivnut set in so once moulded, i could fit the cap with a bolt of sorts going through.

For the inside i have made a small moulding with two fiat 127 circular vents set in flush but still able to rotate to direct fresh air. I'll try to post a couple of pics in my gallery.

Most scoops on members cars are operational. It would also be worth the effort to fix a couple of closable vents into the footwell bulkhead. Go on, drill them holes in ya roof!! :eek:

[rutthenut]

Roof Vent - definitely set up to be 'operational'.

Rain is something of a problem, but not as bad as you might think. My Heath Robinson approach is to put some tank tape over the front when the car is used in heavy rain. Not the most aesthetic solution, but it works for me!

A few tips to consider:

* Ensure that the edges of the scoop are well sealed to the roof (ok if bonded all round, but mine is screwed down, so use some form of sealant). If not, rain gets in that way when parked outside.

* If you include a raised 'lip' around the holes for the air vent(s) then you are much less likely to get water inside the car

* I've seen that some have drilled a small hole at the rear of the scoop, guess this may help with letting air/water out in some way too.

* It would be possible to put some form of flap behind the mesh grille at the front of the scoop, that could be operated by a rod or lever to blank off the airflow when desired. Don't think that anyone has done that yet, but it would seem to be the best choice to me if you want to go that far.

* Whichever form of air vent(s) you use on the inside, do make sure that you can close them (some types don't give you this option).

One disadvantage to using the roof scoop for air is that you also get dirt/dust coming through. With the angled air vents in my car, this means I get dirt on one side of my face! Not to the old Stirling Moss 'panda eyes' level though. Also, any flying wildlife can get shredded by the mesh and deposited as pieces of wasp/fly/etc all over your T-shirt. Attractive look, I must say. ;)

[catswhiskers]

[QUOTE=marcoos_1]Another question then re roof vents. Does anyone actually use it as a vent to get cold air into the car when needed, or is it mainly cosmetic? On most of the cars I've seen (including my brothers car) the vent is not actually used - just bonded to the roof. QUOTE]

Wouldn't be without mine. You'd be suprised just how much air comes in, even at low speeds. I have closing 'eyeball' type vents but I dont think I've ever closed them yet.
Do it, you wont regret it. ;)

Mick

[chris.richard]

Definately should be operational. (even in Scotland!). I think the roof profiles of the Corse and Hawk are slightly different due to the corse moulds coming from a car that had rolled, so their scoop might not fit closely. You could also use one of the new generic scoops as sold on eBay etc., but at a cost in original looks.

[marcoos_1]

Thanks for the response guys. Now I know it can be done, the decision is made.............the scoop/vent will be operational. I guess the 'original' type would be best for the car, although I am sure it won't be cheap from our friend down south. Time to get the old cordless out I think!

[chris.richard]

£76 +VAT, I believe.

[SUSIT]

Bought mine at Abingdon £20

[guy mayers]

Can I also recommend some clip on vents for the doors? You'll be amazed at how effective they are as well and not permanent either. I made a pair using 90 drain pipe bends, covered the front with some ally mesh (the sort for supporting filler) and put a flappy vent from a Lancia Trevi on the other end to direct the air onto face or hands. Probably more effective than the roof vent but I wouldn't be without either. I'd endorse the comments about having ball type vents that you can close and that protrude above the roof. Even in the downpour coming home from Castle Combe at the weekend there weresn't any leaks from the scoop.
Guy

[John]

I will be making one or two of these soon. If you want one let me know.

[marcoos_1]

Thanks John. I have been offered a vent by another member, but if that fails to materialise then I'll let you know. Thank you for the offer.