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Alright...so I'm a homeowner with below-average home improvement skills. Most of the installation videos I've seen leave out the details, and they're done in new construction homes. So I figured I'd record the whole process in case it helps you. I left all of my mistakes in there, so hopefully you won't repeat them. The big thing is DON'T cut the hole in the ceiling so that the lip of the fan body is outside of the drywall. Instead, cut the hole large enough so that the entire fan body (including the lip), passes through the ceiling drywall. The underside of the fan housing has to screw directly into the joists and header, not into your ceiling drywall.
Also, when you're building the header, use 2" x 2" lumber instead of 2" x 4" lumber. Otherwise, you'll obstruct the space where your ductwork needs to run...and you want a straight, clear bath from your fan to your vent.
In a separate video, I'll show you the difference it made once I replaced my existing 4" duct with 6" duct. With the 4" duct, the fan was pretty loud and the bathroom moisture just didn't clear like I expected. The 6" duct helped a lot...it's more quiet now and the bathroom mirror doesn't fog NEARLY as much. I have a small bathroom, so I've found that I need to leave the door halfway open so that the fan isn't starved for air.
Finally...be smart. Flip the breaker, disconnect power, and test to make sure it's REALLY off before you start. And don't blame me if you break something ;)
Here's a list of supplies for this project. You might find 'em useful. Yeah, I'll make a few cents if you buy via these Amazon links.
Panasonic WhisperCeiling FV-20VQ3 fan: amzn.to/2ytjTFX (Or get this one...it's a bit newer and has a simpler installation method: amzn.to/2jLtOEy)
Hard hat (keeps roofing nails out of your head): amzn.to/2i44bKW
Headlamp for hands-free illumination (this one has a lifetime warranty): amzn.to/2jJyUkF
Circular saw (you'll need to cut lumber to build a header): amzn.to/2l71Zqw
Measuring tape: amzn.to/32qNAGU
Reciprocating saw (you may not need this if you build the headers with 2x2s!): amzn.to/2hqUpFY
"The Ugly" reciprocating saw wood blade (again...build the headers with 2x2s, and you may not need this): amzn.to/2yrEVo2
Metal / duct crimper: amzn.to/2zzh5dB
Metallic HVAC tape: amzn.to/2zzFHkj
Rubber grommet or snub bushing (protecting your wires from fraying against the hole in the metal housing...you might be able to pull one from your old / existing fan): amzn.to/2hqVtcA
Wire nuts: amzn.to/2hqWwJy
6" to 4" duct reducer (only use this is you HAVE TO; you really want to just replace what you have with 6" ductwork): amzn.to/2i2Ek63
6" insulated flexible ductwork (Yes, solid pipe is better...but I had access issues and a lack of expertise. Just make sure you pull the flexible ductwork tight.): amzn.to/2i3ebEf
Flexible duct hanger strap: amzn.to/2ys9kCN
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