[Bodyguard]

I did a search and didn't find any posts on this. Has anyone installed a reversible fan like this one, and if so, what is your impression of it? I am mostly wanting this to run in reverse mode, to suck out dust and heat with a windshield on my X3.

 

[jknapier]

I did a search and didn't find any posts on this. Has anyone installed a reversible fan like this one, and if so, what is your impression of it? I am mostly wanting this to run in reverse mode, to suck out dust and heat with a windshield on my X3.

I think a better question is why do you run a windshield? I installed one and took it off after one weekend. Hated the heat, dust and smell. We ride with full face helmets with shields so wind or debris isn't an issue.

 

[SideXEach]

I seen one of those pop up on YouTube. Only watched a few seconds of it to get the idea.

But I think it was pretty cheap if I remember correctly.

If it's cheap why not try it. Not much to lose.

 

[SideXEach]

But now that i take a closer look, it literally just sucks from the engine compartment. I assumed it was kind of like a heat exchanger that the turbo heated up but was still sealed off from.the engine.

Looks like not the greatest idea.

I could literally kill you with an enclosed cab. Could probably make you sick even with a windshield.

I don't think that would pass one of your street legal tests lol. Nazi gas chamber.

 

[Bodyguard]

I will be mostly using it to suck dust and heat out of the cabin, so I am not too worried about sucking in fumes.

 

[Hollywood X3]

IMO, I don't see this really helping that much. These are off road cars, not Benzs. Every time you go out on a ride you're going to get you and the car dusty and dirty. There's really no getting around it.

 

[Bodyguard]

IMO, I don't see this really helping that much. These are off road cars, not Benzs. Every time you go out on a ride you're going to get you and the car dusty and dirty. There's really no getting around it.

As you probably know, the biggest complaint about having a windshield is the additional dust and heat. If there is a product that can help to reduce some of the additional dust and heat, I am interested, but I was hoping to get feedback from those that have used one of these reversible heaters, as to whether it made a difference. I get that it will not be perfect and I am not expecting a Benz, but why not improve things, if I can. It is like the clutch noise that everyone complains about - If you can take some steps to cut down the noise by 20%, it is worth it to most people.

 

[Hollywood X3]

As you probably know, the biggest complaint about having a windshield is the additional dust and heat. If there is a product that can help to reduce some of the additional dust and heat, I am interested, but I was hoping to get feedback from those that have used one of these reversible heaters, as to whether it made a difference. I get that it will not be perfect and I am not expecting a Benz, but why not improve things, if I can. It is like the clutch noise that everyone complains about - If you can take some steps to cut down the noise by 20%, it is worth it to most people.

Good post, I wasn't trying to slam you or anything. I just don't think it's going to do what you think.it will, but I've been wrong before - A LOT, LOL! Try it out, hope it succeeds.

 

[Sandman_73]

Agree, a windshield and seat heaters are the way to go in the winter. Any hot air from that will just blow out the back at the speeds I drive

 

[Dizzledog1]

I use one in the winter with full enclosure. It works awesome . There are tons of cracks and holes in these to keep and fumes from ever being an issue. I can literally ride when it’s 20* and only be in a hoodie. About 10 buggies in my group use them. Plus keeps windshield from fogging up. For your application it may or may not work for what you are wanting to do. It was cheap to make . I think I might have 40$ in it. Everything from Amazon


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[Hambone3182]

I use one in the winter with full enclosure. It works awesome . There are tons of cracks and holes in these to keep and fumes from ever being an issue. I can literally ride when it’s 20* and only be in a hoodie. About 10 buggies in my group use them. Plus keeps windshield from fogging up. For your application it may or may not work for what you are wanting to do. It was cheap to make . I think I might have 40$ in it. Everything from Amazon


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Do you have any pics?
Was curious if you are actually cutting a hole and mounting? When it is summer do you remove and cover hole?

 

[Dizzledog1]

Do you have any pics?
Was curious if you are actually cutting a hole and mounting? When it is summer do you remove and cover hole?

I don’t have pics on my phone. I bought a second center plastic piece and just switch them out for the summer. My buddy leaves his in year around.


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[Hambone3182]

I don’t have pics on my phone. I bought a second center plastic piece and just switch them out for the summer. My buddy leaves his in year around.


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Interesting.
Thanks!
I have the Inferno 2 heater, works pretty good. But can always have more

 

[Dizzledog1]

Interesting.
Thanks!
I have the Inferno 2 heater, works pretty good. But can always have more

I was too lazy and cheap to buy that one lol.


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[Hambone3182]

I was too lazy and cheap to buy that one lol.


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It was kind of tough to put in for sure. Way better than version #1 under passenger seat.
The hardest part was the defroster vents

 

[Wzrubicon]

I did a search and didn't find any posts on this. Has anyone installed a reversible fan like this one, and if so, what is your impression of it? I am mostly wanting this to run in reverse mode, to suck out dust and heat with a windshield on my X3. View attachment 272270

My son builds those and sells them

 

[Bodyguard]

My son builds those and sells them

Do you have any feedback at how well they work, and if they suck out the dust decently when in reverse?

 

[Wzrubicon]

From what i have seen in person, they keep the cabin fiarly warm, yes, but your legs tend to be cooler. Kept his windshield warm enough to keep off snow and ice near meeker colorado. He did mention they work to pull out heat in the summer never asked about the dust question. I will ask him.

 

[Postcars]

It about CFM the fan makes, the more the better in moving heat and dust out of the car