Although not really used that much in a Transporter style conversion, when you move up to the bigger vans skylights are an excellent way of getting light and ventilation into a vehicle.
There are plenty of choices out there but over the years we have found the ones that work well in a panel van based conversion, and here they are:
- MPK Vision Star Pro
- Maxxair Maxxfan Deluxe
The details on each are expanded below.
MPK VisionStar Pro
The MPK VisionStart Pro is a great skylight. The bar operation allows it to be opened to any angle. The net and blind’s are great quailty.
Features:
- Smoked dome rooflight with modern design
- Flat double glazed dome
- Interior frame with pleated blind and net
- Very easy operation, one hand use
- Variable opening up to 70 degrees
- Very flat dome (only 80mm)
- Improved noise reduction
- Insulated frame for enhanced insulation
- Up to 150cm² of permanent ventilation even when the blind is closed
- Strong UV-filter because of the smoked glazing dome
Measurements:
- Aperture: 400 x 400mm
- Size of Dome: 490 x 470mm
- Free Airflow: up to 150cm²
- Height over roof: 80mm
- Size of inner frame 565 x 530 x 35mm
- Suits a roof thickness of 25-60mm
Maxxair MaxxFan Deluxe
The Maxxair is a ceiling-mounted fan that has a built-in rain shield dome on the roof. You can use this fan system in most weathers to extract or pull in fresh air. The unit is powered by 12v and has a remote control. Pair this with a standard skylight to really keep the air moving around you van and help keep the temperatures under control.
Features
- Provides over 900 CFM to keep you cool and comfortable
- Brings in fresh air and removes hot musty air and odors
- Fan runs with lid closed to circulate air (Ceiling Fan Mode)
- Easy to remove interior insect screen, no tools required
- Twin lifting arms, No more lid fluttering in high winds or when driving
- Features a powerful, fuse protected, Long life, sealed ball bearing, 12 volt fan motor and a 12 inch – 10 blade fan
- Flush mounted, easy to clean Keypad, controls fan speed, thermostat, air intake and/or exhaust functions
- Closes securely for a low profile appearance
- Built-In Rain Cover to always protect your RV’s interior
- Powerful 10 speed intake and exhaust fan
- Thermostat to control room temperature
- Manual Opening or Remote Control Electric Opening models available
- Smoke Tint lid
- 2-YEAR Limited WARRANTY with LIFETIME Limited Warranty on the lid
