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Replacing the MaxAir fan

Davelina79
Davelina79 Member Posts: 2
in Modifications & Upgrades
I am looking to replacing the original MaxAir fan in my 2017 T@B. I am seeing different depths on some models. Does anyone know what the depth is or recommend a model you personally replaced your fan with? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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  • TourDeForth
    TourDeForth Member Posts: 128
    This 8-9 minute video will give you a good idea what’s involved. https://youtu.be/oNEshJ9XfmU

    I've been thinking about whether the extra features of a maxair fan would be worth the effort. It’s very tempting…
    2023 T@B 320s Boondock, 2013 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4x4 2016 Toyota Tundra 1794 4x4
    John, Northern California
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  • californication
    californication Member Posts: 46
    edited March 2025
    @Davelina79 I did replacement from the factory fan to a MaxAir. Depth is more or less the same. What you're getting with MaxAir is a thick plastic cover, which goes inside of the trailer. It needs to be trimmed to your (and Tab's) liking. AFAIR I cut it about 1/3 deep. It sits nicely flushed, no issues, and nothing causes problems.
    Minor thing, connected with my model of MaxAir: it has a knob to open/close the lid which I recently hit it with my head (5'10"). It's the only thing.

    Overall, I'm really happy with the replacement, and I'm glad I did it. The original fan was loud and squeaky (even thought it's been less than 3 years since we got the Tab).

    EDIT: The video posted by @To@TourDeForth is great explanation of "How To". It's more or less the same thing I did by myself too.
    Tab 320s Boondock 2022 | Jeep JKU 2017
    Mods: MaxxAir 7500S | 2x 100Ah LiFePo4 | Victron Orion-TR DC/DC | Victron MPPT 75/15 | Ultimate Trailer Jack
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