The solar vent in the head finally died this fall. Any suggestions for a replacement? I looked into repairing but it seems like buying new would cost nearly the same.
It was a motor issue, lots of terrible grinding noises toward the end.Did you check the battery?
Although I like the simplicity and cost of the Vent O Mate, I tend to agree with the function of a solar...12 seasons + out of a $160.00 unit is pretty reasonable when it comes to a sailors "budget" if there is such a thing.I agree that the newer ones are less durable than the older. Having said that, it makes such a difference in my cabin that I consider it simply a consumable item that requires replacement every couple of years.
I have been using "Corrosion Block" for the past 6 months to lubricate and protect things on my boat. I used it at home to deal with a gate latch that had become stiff and difficult to operate after 2 years of corrosion build up.lubricated the motor