As I mentioned in an earlier post, I did not install the elbow before horizontal cap for stability as the vertical run is further from my house than the included bracket could support. As a result I simply put the exhaust on as pictured. It has been recommended to me that I either install the elbow or switch to a vertical cap. After installing the elbow, I've decided on other options. My question is this, should I modify the horizontal cap pictured below with a piece of sheet metal to prevent the relative wind from interfering with exhaust or simply purchase a $20 vertical cap?
If I purchase the new cap, it won't be DuraVent due to relative cost difference. On other hand, I don't see any real issues with purchasing a $3 piece of sheet metal and fabricating an additional exhaust angle to force airflow downward and prevent wind from blowing directly into exhaust.
Thoughts?
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If I purchase the new cap, it won't be DuraVent due to relative cost difference. On other hand, I don't see any real issues with purchasing a $3 piece of sheet metal and fabricating an additional exhaust angle to force airflow downward and prevent wind from blowing directly into exhaust.
Thoughts?
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