Make your BATHROOM FAN LIKE NEW without Attic Access

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2 жыл бұрын

Tired of that buzzing, yellow or broken bathroom fan? No attic access? no problem! I show you how to make it look amazing & how to replace it without any attic access. Surprisingly easy DIY job that can save you hundreds of dollars hiring someone.
Common Motors:
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Common Grill & Lens
Popular Lenses:
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Plastic Spray Paint:
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Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of Silver Cymbal, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. Silver Cymbal assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Silver Cymbal recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Silver Cymbal, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Silver Cymbal.

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@scubasteve121212 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this video, I fixed two of my bathroom fans in less than 10 minutes! One had dust buildup that prevented the fan motor to spin and the other fan had the electrical cord unplugged. Thanks for the video and tips! I was about to replace two units which would have cost me a day and a few hundred bucks!

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

That's so awesome, I really appreciate the nice feedback and that the video was helpful. Thanks again!

@spiralnapkin 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! It's worth mentioning that if the motor hums and doesn't run, it's worth it to take it out and vacuum and clean it out real well and try it again before buying a new one. Mine hummed and didn't turn and it was because the dust gunked it up. I vacuumed it out and it ran like new.

@random13627 2 жыл бұрын

mine is starting to do this, thanks for tip

@spacecowboy3095 2 жыл бұрын

A short spray of WD40 helps tremendously. It lubricates and wicks mositure.

@spiralnapkin 2 жыл бұрын

@@random13627 come back and let me know how it goes.

@teresafarley4033 2 жыл бұрын

I took my old motor apart and cleaned and lubricated the moving parts. Ran for about a year or so and is again making noises. The brand fasco is no longer made so may just switch out the motor.

@scottdunn4506 2 жыл бұрын

@@spacecowboy3095 wrong actually 3in1 oil is better 3in1 oil is permanent wd40 is temporary

@JamiLaundry 6 ай бұрын

I bought a new cover to cover the same yellowed unit. Your video helped me realize that I could unscrew the washer, unplug the light which I don’t even know existed in the 16 years I’ve owned this home, and remove the grille to reveal the slots that the new fan cover springs slip into. I don’t have the functionality of the light but considering I never knew I had one, I won’t miss it; just happy to have the discolored plastic removed from my freshly painted white ceiling. Much appreciated!

@thespiritualclinic735 Ай бұрын

Your a life saver because 2 of these fans in my house are dead and I was going to hire an electrician to replace them! Because I saw this video I think you have save me a little more than $1200!

@Ro-ic2is 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know if you hear this enough, but thank you so much for your videos, not to sound dramatic, but I never had anyone to teach me these types of skills, from the bottom of my heart, thank you!

@Glocktard 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, mine are exactly the same and I’ve taken them apart to clean them and yes even replace that motor once.

@scurfie2343 2 жыл бұрын

I've taken the larger motors that we have in our fan units apart. They are easy to clean out with condensed air, replaced a worn washer, lubed the bearings with Fluid Film (amazing stuff!) and they are as good as new. Most people do not take the fan units down and clean out the dust, and they should.

@terrymccorkle1674 2 жыл бұрын

This also works great on RV air conditioner covers and any other things similar in a RV

@mattsanchez4893 2 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant design, so easy to repair

@Krazy_Shorts 2 жыл бұрын

That was awesome I have the same fan. I’m totally going to do this! Thanks. I didn’t realize you can get just the replacement motor

@billhandymanbill2775 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. We all can get a benefit from the video and the repair!

@scottschreiber6008 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. It’s a good reminder to clean all my fans.

@tuftlove 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing and we'll explained video. We have the same bathroom fixture and it is a hot mess!! I am so glad that we can make it look new again without spending alot of money. Thank u so very much.🥰😊

@eastwest113 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, Silver. Thanks for sharing your talents and knowledge.

@NongNongHead 2 жыл бұрын

Did mine last year... fan was fine but the heater element (never used it anyway) was bad... was surprised parts were still available... fan gets messy being around all that moisture and I just intended to clean it up. Good video for those that think they should replace their fan.

@LeMatt87n 2 жыл бұрын

What’s the heating element for?

@NongNongHead 2 жыл бұрын

@@LeMatt87n fan blows out and warms the tub and bathroom... like a bigger toaster element... fixture has fan for exhaust, light, and heater, never really used it.

@rickfromthecape3135 2 жыл бұрын

Great timing! That's the exact fan I've got to work on in one of my bathrooms

@1ronhall 2 жыл бұрын

My Man SC, you seem to keep yourself real busy at the homestead! Keep up the good work!

@dixonbauls5048 2 жыл бұрын

Insider tip: Broan and NuTone are the same company, the shrouds for that one specifically and the light cover too are both made in WI

@ansonurich2001 2 жыл бұрын

If their the same company what’s the difference

@dixonbauls5048 2 жыл бұрын

@@ansonurich2001 the logos

@ansonurich2001 2 жыл бұрын

@@dixonbauls5048 oh

@jsrizo01 2 жыл бұрын

Another quality video Silver! What don't you do! 😄 Great job!

@ironeagle2526 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same unit and i use peroxide and oxi clean and soaked it in the sun and it turned the yellow cover back to bright white looked brand new

@genebalinski645 2 жыл бұрын

Just what I needed ! Thanks !

@daveclark6324 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent information almost anyone can use - another great video! 👍

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate it, thank you

@BeckVMH 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent job. Great narrative and video. Thanks so much for posting.

@Matt_justlikethat 2 ай бұрын

Great job really well explained, easily understood.

@juliehenderson1672 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@milk3cat 2 ай бұрын

This video is awesome! Thank you!!

@thewipergloveonyoutubewipe5069 2 жыл бұрын

Great job on your information and video.

@HamMax444 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent narration!

@jaimedpcaus1 6 ай бұрын

Excellent, this is exactly what I needed. Thx.😊

@joannecraft-lane8660 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video!

@jamescady723 2 жыл бұрын

Man, you've got great videos. Appreciate ya!

@joefriday7431 16 күн бұрын

Awesome. Thanks

@andreapuck6405 10 ай бұрын

This was an excellent video, very clear and concise. It turns out I have the (almost) exact same fan/light. The difference is mine has a compact 2-pin CFL instead of a regular light bulb. Any chance of you doing a video on how to change this fixture from CFL to a bulb standard base?

@johnlang5010 2 жыл бұрын

Great job.

@petaloka1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍🏻

@CarlosHenriqueNoronhadeAguiar 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Job!

@ScrewballMcAdams 9 ай бұрын

Really good video. Thanks!

@jamesortmann6587 2 жыл бұрын

I did mine in an aluminum finish to match the rest of the bathroom, used the rest on the mailbox redo

@user-zl1bh2gk1b 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job! 👍

@ggc7318 2 жыл бұрын

This is so good 👍.

@islandgirl5382 2 жыл бұрын

Now THiS is great info to know Thanks for sharing!

@khue6377 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video!

@gattie12ben 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a review on a ductless bathroom fan :)? Always informative as usual!

@keeni321 7 ай бұрын

Best how to do video on KZfaq 🎉

@Dive-Bar-Casanova 2 жыл бұрын

We have that exact exhaust fan. Thumbs up.

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I think they sold millions of that model, it's been in every house I have lived in since the 80s.

@jawigrant Жыл бұрын

Awesome video

@nicholasglambeck6982 2 жыл бұрын

Apparently a hydrpgen peroxide soak is good for a rewhitening yellowed plastics. I've never done tried it myself but have seen restoration videos and they use the yrick

@mountaingator001 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT VIDEO ...THANKS

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you

@goingruby 2 жыл бұрын

And great camera work. You make it so easy but the fan was overhead !

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that, it was a really tough one to record.

@Nissan370_z 2 жыл бұрын

Use a tornador cleaning gun instead of hose. They will make astic parts white again or carpet. Work incredibly well. Only $40 on amazon. Made for detailing vehicles but I use mine for everything. This cleaning tool really addictive to use.

@JessicaFEREM 2 жыл бұрын

My family home needs a replacement one. We have an old style finger chopper fan only model. It works but it's dangerous. I wonder what would be an easy fix. If I can find a gril replacement that would be perfect since the fans are fine.

@robertgaines-tulsa 2 жыл бұрын

We have an old NuTone heat-vent-light from the mid-60s that needs replacing. It used an exposed heating element that would fail by dripping hot metal onto the floor. I don't think I'd want to go back to that. Incandescent heat lamps don't catch your bathmat on fire when they burn out. The vent motor is also dead. The master bath has a similar model that doesn't have a vent because of the window, not that we'd want to open up the window even a crack on cold days. Both heating elements failed by raining down fire. I don't know what they were thinking when they thought that was a good idea.

@specialopsdave 2 жыл бұрын

Heaters on the ceiling sounds very inefficient, since heat rises

@robertgaines-tulsa 2 жыл бұрын

@@specialopsdave There are other things to consider like natural convection and radiative heat. The heat source doesn't have to be on the floor to indoor natural convection. Ceiling heaters aren't so much convective as they are radiative and forced air. It also uses far less energy to move air than it does to heat it. Radiative can also spread heat more quickly over larger distances especially if there is nothing blocking it. It heats the same way a ceiling light lights up a room.

@specialopsdave 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertgaines-tulsa I guess, but I prefer baseboard heaters

@robertgaines-tulsa 2 жыл бұрын

@@specialopsdave It's a good choice.

@Blakehx 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good info! Will you show how to do this on a ceiling fan too?

@thehomiejayomni 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@user-ks4gj2oz1f 5 ай бұрын

As a college student living with a fan that sounds like a chainsaw, this was a godsend

@rrome6178 2 жыл бұрын

You always provide helpful tips👍🏼 Now can we talk about those plastic jets in the tub?! Can we just spray paint those as well?

@myluvgobangbang 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on cleaning hood vent in the kitchen?

@bluesteel5841 2 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you. That type of bulb creates a lot of heat, not to good on fan motor. The type of grease they use on motor drys out

@jeffp7368 2 жыл бұрын

Most LED’s are pretty low heat

@guidedbygreen1480 2 жыл бұрын

An LED? yah the base may get a little warm to the touch but I think it's going to be ok.

@teresafarley4033 2 жыл бұрын

My old exhaust fan is no longer made... bought a replacement assembly but it is taller than the old housing....maybe I will swap out the motor only and see if that works.

@johnm5714 2 жыл бұрын

I like how concise your videos are-that is key to attracting an audience with limited time.My criteria for even watching something always is the length of the video.Of course more complex issues require more time but simple straightforward content suits me and most people best-THANKS

@Pro1er 2 жыл бұрын

Off topic but can you tell me where you bought that vacuum hose?

@ansonurich2001 2 жыл бұрын

Question when I replace the bulb in my exhaust fan should a vacuumed the grill if it’s dusty and check the motor to

@mariekrasch503 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent informative video. I love how you include very clear video showing the important details. I especially love the narration which includes precautionary details, things to be aware of, procedures and approx. costs, etc. Non-verbal videos fall short because they do not address these important details.

@ChriShirGle 2 жыл бұрын

The last time I had to replace a motor I happened to see a apartment grade complete unit with the same motor for $20 cheaper then just the motor by itself. I bought that used the motor kept the rest for parts I may never use someday. Look around when buying parts. Good video,short to the point and NO MUSIC, thank you.

@matthewwinsor9866 2 күн бұрын

Thank you. This helped immensely. Problem solved.

@jimroberts6176 2 жыл бұрын

I have a ~15 year old Nutone, similar to the one in your video. A mid power model that doesn't clear the air that well. Does anyone know if you can replace one of these motors with a more powerful motor?

@kerwn-lh5zf Жыл бұрын

That was a great video, can you do a 70's Vintage Nutone HS-93? It is a bathroom Light, Fan and Heater all in one. They were used in all the original Del Web Sun City homes.

@SlimeBallBill 2 жыл бұрын

In restoration videos I’ve seen that hydrogen peroxide can take away yellowing on some plastics. Probably easier just to paint it though.

@GlitchyBastard 2 жыл бұрын

I thought you're gonna retrobright that grill, but no, white paint lol😂

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

I actually looked into that, I love the 8bit guy. For this application the paint is so easy and unlike computers it never gets any bumps or abrasion to take it off.

@GlitchyBastard 2 жыл бұрын

@@SilverCymbal Yes, you're absolutely correct, white paint is enough.

@SamLopez11 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the content and knowledge drop, but at $25 for a replacement motor, I would have completely replaced. You can get a brand new one with half the sones for $45-50.

@paulinbrooklyn 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video indeed and quite similar to the steps I’ve taken over the years to keep these ceiling fans in operation and avoid them becoming eyesores for the lint, dirt and other nastiness they attract. There is one thing homeowners should check before following your approach and that is to check where the fan’s exhaust vent terminates. In two of my bathrooms, the disappointing answer was through the ceilings into the unfinished attic. While this might be consistent with code, I’ve come to understand you need the exhaust to exit the structure not just the weather perimeter. Finally, a simple rotary timer rather thanks on/off switch likely is going to be useful for most people as these fans should be operated as soon as the shower water is turned on until at least 15 minutes after the water is turned off (subject to adjustment for unusual climates).

@n9wox 2 жыл бұрын

Good, low budget fix. However, I decided to replace my entire fan with a quieter model.

@sonarun 2 жыл бұрын

The new ones are so quiet, much higher CFM and brighter light as well.

@MBolesy 2 жыл бұрын

Which model did you replace it with? Any recommendations?

@sergeybebenin 2 жыл бұрын

@@MBolesy Best ones are Panasonic DC fans. You should look up specific model based on your needs. They are pricey (and if you a timer, you will need a new timer that works with DC motor) but IMO a no-brainer investment for decades to come

@n9wox 2 жыл бұрын

@@MBolesy Panasonic.

@bigswiglawns 2 жыл бұрын

You could also us brighten it by dipping it in hydrogen peroxide and activating the cleaning with a black light set up

@peyton_1524 2 жыл бұрын

Thats the exact fan i have

@samtx5518 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid...! You said use a degreaser such as simple green but did I see you use purple power?

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, yes it was purple power, the stuff is very good, have been trying it out

@andrewhoeft2710 3 ай бұрын

Smh.... I love KZfaq!! Thanks a bunch👍.

@gadier69 6 ай бұрын

Where can I buy just the light plastic cover? Do you have the part number for it?

@peterkiss7742 2 жыл бұрын

I thought it will be retrobrighted 😄

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

8bit and lgr are the kings of that

@peterkiss7742 2 жыл бұрын

@@SilverCymbal yes:) then I realised it is much easier to just paint! Love your videos ;)

@JustTheFactsYall 2 жыл бұрын

When you said wash away all the soap residue all I thought about was poop residue 🤣🤣🤣 that stuff was brown.

@drsg9124 2 жыл бұрын

Do they sell fans that are more quiet. Mine sounds like a jet engine

@bob381 2 жыл бұрын

Good vid… have done this several times over the years to solve source of intermittent loud vibration but unsuccessful. Have removed fan to test and it hums quietly. Have not been able to determine a pattern. Have considered removing entire frame but blown insulation above gives me pause. Would really appreciate any suggestions.

@bagdaduk 2 жыл бұрын

Vibrations from the fan?. Maybe the housing case isnt 100% secure. Make sure all screws are tight

@markk3652 2 жыл бұрын

A piece of thin cardboard, or folded paper wedged in the housing usually quiets up a vibration noise.

@mitchellbarnow1709 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent diy project! I had a pro enlarge the hole and install an ultra quiet Panasonic squirrel cage DC fan and light.

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Those panasonics are really nice if you are going to upgrade.

@mitchellbarnow1709 2 жыл бұрын

@@SilverCymbal I enjoy them everyday! We had both bathrooms changed.

@scottmoore7440 2 жыл бұрын

Mine made noise. I took the fan down. Cleaned everything up and sprayed WD-40 thick lubricant in it. Stays quiet for about a year or so until it needs to be done again.

@Lucas_andos 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. Also if you didn't want to paint the shroud part (because you could find the right paint or something) you could use a hydrogen peroxide solution diluted with water and place the part in a bucket filed with the solution, leave it in the sun for a few hours and the yellowing will go away. Watch any of 8-Bit-Guys computer restoration videos and you will see what I am talking about.

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

I know all about retrobright, the 8bit guy is the best! I was going to suggest it but for this, its a lot of waiitng and I didn;t want to make peopel buy the hair version of the stuff, just too much work for the fan. Now for an old C64, its ok!

@nlk294 Жыл бұрын

What about retrobrighting?

@SilverCymbal Жыл бұрын

What do you think I am the 8 Bit guy? 😀 Seriously, him and LGR are my favorites. if I could ever get the hair bleach I would try it. Its such a cool process!

@sumitkoul152 9 ай бұрын

Can you send me the link of the motor

@cathysanford1284 2 жыл бұрын

I have this same fan and it is blowing air instead of pulling air out. Can anyone offer any advice?

@mikegregas5484 2 жыл бұрын

If you use a/c coil cleaner makes it new in 2 minutes rince,done

@trishac5291 2 жыл бұрын

1:01 welp now i know where to plug in my phone while using the bathroom lol

@user-qt7nm5co6b 5 ай бұрын

Mine doesn't have a screw holding in the housing. I don't think this applies to mine even though they are the same brand as the one you did.

@rvlifestylelivin 2 жыл бұрын

4:35 "for less than .50 you have a brand new white grill", where are you finding Krylon fushion all in one paint for less than .50? Good job on video!!

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes the can of paint is $6 and you could easily do 7 or more grills with it so maybe it was closer to .80 hopefully folks can forgive me

@rvlifestylelivin 2 жыл бұрын

@@SilverCymbal I was just joshing ya 😁👍 nice to see you simplify it so people can have the confidence to do for themselves!

@robcole8218 2 жыл бұрын

Was that on inside your shower?

@SilverCymbal 2 жыл бұрын

Yes it is, don't judge me by my dirt!

@DigitalIP 2 жыл бұрын

PLEASE put an LED bulb in and get rid of that crappy light lol Nevermind you did lmao, YAYYYY

@leroybrown9143 2 жыл бұрын

If you need to clean and degrease non-painted parts or painted parts that are going to be repainted you can just soak them in TSP (tri-sodium phosphate), which is sold in the paint department of hardware stores for about $10 per 1 LB box. You can use it all over the house/ garage on non-painted parts and TSP will even degrease and renew the filter and mesh of your kitchen vent hood that nobody ever cleans and just avoids looking under, hardware and all, no scrubbing needed.

@markk3652 2 жыл бұрын

I wired my fan up with a motor harvested from a right angle grinder, now it pulls the toilet paper off the spool straight up to the ceiling!

@ahmedyassir5569 2 жыл бұрын

What is the purpose of these fans. Just that we don’t have them where I’m from.

@joshbean39 4 ай бұрын

4:00 I wouldnt suggest paint, I'd just retrobright it. That'll restore the plastic instead of painting over especially with this being in a bathroom.

@jesusesparza8984 2 жыл бұрын

What if my bathroom doesnt have one, its just a light?

@ewarda100 2 жыл бұрын

after watching this video i remodeled my entire bathroom.

@nancyhiler7389 2 жыл бұрын

After watching this video I just know I can go in my restroom and replace it myself. Except I'm sick and my mind keeps trying to encourage me to try. But my health just knocks everything back to just nothin, because I dont have the strength