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12-14-2017, 07:17 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DFlores
Being that the noise level of the Cool Cat and the traditional roof top unit are similar, the Mini Split should be the preferred choice. I have been doing some reading on people's installations, due to variations in humidity, any unit will condensate on the inside. Saw a video of a guy with a Cool Cat type installation battling condensation leaks ruining his wooden walls. He suggested a drip pan and a drain as a solution. May as well have a hole in the bottom for a Mini Split if it is true that they all will create condensation at some point.
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David, I agree that the mini split makes more sense due to the efficiency and decibel level. I like the idea Protagonist had on the hinged panels for the bottom intake and the side exhaust. I want to try and keep the bottom air intake space outward of the main frame member and within the outrigger spacing. Otherwise I’ll be encroaching on one of the gray water tanks in the belly pan. I also thought about using 65CV and Toasties approach with a fan for forced air for the intake. I think I would have to figure out a way to wire the fan to the condenser fan motor so they would both operate together when the condenser kicks on. I plan on mock ups and building this thing in my head before tearing into the belly pan. Why don’t we install one in yours before we do mine? Thanks for the suggestions. Bubba
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12-14-2017, 07:55 AM
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#22
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Rivet Master
1955 22' Safari
Laredo
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 1,342
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Quiet
In my opinion, the single biggest advantage of the mini split is the very low decibel output. I have had people ask me to turn it on so they can hear it run and I told them "it is already on":-)
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12-14-2017, 08:23 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 2,956
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BambiTex
In my opinion, the single biggest advantage of the mini split is the very low decibel output. I have had people ask me to turn it on so they can hear it run and I told them "it is already on":-)
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Chris, you think the concept we’re looking at will work? Thanks, Bubba
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12-14-2017, 09:18 AM
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Rivet Master
1955 22' Safari
Laredo
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 1,342
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Not sure
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bubba L
Chris, you think the concept we’re looking at will work? Thanks, Bubba
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Mine have always been mounted on the tongue so I am not sure how well it will work in an enclosure. Presumably as long as you provide the required clearance and airflow it should work. My initial concern was that these units are meant to be stationary rather than bouncing down the highway but so far I have seen no adverse effects due to vibration/acceleration. Mine have been to the Grand Canyon and back and still function as intended.
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12-20-2017, 07:55 PM
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Rivet Master
1959 26' Overlander
Western
, Massachusetts
Join Date: Sep 2005
Posts: 1,468
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I guess I'm showing my age here, but here goes...
The first thread I remember about mini-splits was from BoatDoc -- he may be a great resource for determining longevity.
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12-20-2017, 08:33 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 65CV
I guess I'm showing my age here, but here goes...
The first thread I remember about mini-splits was from BoatDoc -- he may be a great resource for determining longevity.
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Thanks for the tip. I’ve started reading his threads. I may be grasping at straws trying to conceal a mini split condenser, but until an HVAC engineer tells me i’m too far out in left field, I’ll keep researching. I’ve thought about flexible hydraulic hoses for the high and low pressure lines at the condenser so it can be slid to the outside for more air circulation. But someone told me the mini split pressure is too high. We’ll see. Thanks again for the lead. Happy Holidays. Bubba
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12-21-2017, 08:04 AM
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Rivet Master
1971 21' Globetrotter
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Arvada
, Colorado
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You will have to use hoses and fitting that are rated for Freon. Freon molecules are much smaller then hydraulic and a hose rated for hydraulic fluid will leak with Freon. Hoses and fittings rated for Freon are readily available
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12-21-2017, 09:31 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Aerowood
You will have to use hoses and fitting that are rated for Freon. Freon molecules are much smaller then hydraulic and a hose rated for hydraulic fluid will leak with Freon. Hoses and fittings rated for Freon are readily available
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Thanks for the information. My thoughts were to create a flexible hydraulic connector hose “loop” like on the bucket of a John Deere tractor for movement. When the condenser is slid to the outer edge of the shell on tracks, the hose loop would give slack for condenser movement while the copper lines remain stable. Are the freon hoses you’re referring to used on aircraft? Thanks again and Happy Holidays. Bubba
(We’re still planning on passing thru Denver on the way to Estes Park in May.)
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12-21-2017, 10:36 AM
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Rivet Master
1971 21' Globetrotter
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Arvada
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They are not specific to aircraft, but the aircraft type have to be FAA PMA certified which makes them more expensive. Your local HVAC company should be able to help you out.
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12-22-2017, 06:33 PM
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Rivet Master
1981 31' Excella II
New Market
, Alabama
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 6,145
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We like the noise our rooftop unit makes to cover up noisy neighbors with barking dogs, loud music, and TV blaring.
Perry
Quote:
Originally Posted by BambiTex
In my opinion, the single biggest advantage of the mini split is the very low decibel output. I have had people ask me to turn it on so they can hear it run and I told them "it is already on":-)
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12-22-2017, 09:47 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 24' Tradewind
1995 34' Excella
Lynchburg
, Virginia
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,226
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Quote:
Originally Posted by perryg114
We like the noise our rooftop unit makes to cover up noisy neighbors with barking dogs, loud music, and TV blaring.
Perry
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Perry114
That’s looking on the bright side of a loud a/c system. I will take a quiet system and hope to have quiet neighbors so we can enjoy the time that we have outside also.
Dan
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12-24-2017, 07:18 PM
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Rivet Master
1981 31' Excella II
New Market
, Alabama
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 6,145
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I thought those mini-split systems already had flexible tubing to the condenser?
Perry
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bubba L
Thanks for the information. My thoughts were to create a flexible hydraulic connector hose “loop” like on the bucket of a John Deere tractor for movement. When the condenser is slid to the outer edge of the shell on tracks, the hose loop would give slack for condenser movement while the copper lines remain stable. Are the freon hoses you’re referring to used on aircraft? Thanks again and Happy Holidays. Bubba
(We’re still planning on passing thru Denver on the way to Estes Park in May.)
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12-24-2017, 08:06 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 2,956
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Quote:
Originally Posted by perryg114
I thought those mini-split systems already had flexible tubing to the condenser?
Perry
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From what I understand, there are two copper lines connected to the condenser and the air handler. I think they are different sizes. One for the high pressure and one for the low. The electrical and condensate are flexible. After the holidays I’ll research what Aerowood was saying about flexible Freon lines. Happy Christmas Eve. Thanks, Bubba
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12-25-2017, 11:09 AM
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Rivet Master
1955 22' Safari
Laredo
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2013
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Mine came with rigid copper lines (two sizes, high and low pressure). They can handle gentle bends but not tight radii. I used them for my first installation but the second time I purchased jacketed flex lines instead in order to make 90 degrees turns.
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12-25-2017, 11:10 AM
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Rivet Master
1955 22' Safari
Laredo
, Texas
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12-25-2017, 12:05 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 2,956
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BambiTex
Mine came with rigid copper lines (two sizes, high and low pressure). They can handle gentle bends but not tight radii. I used them for my first installation but the second time I purchased jacketed flex lines instead in order to make 90 degrees turns.
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So if the flex lines were a couple of feet long laying horizontally and there was room for the lines to move, then the condenser may be able to slide laterally, say 8”? Did you order the jacketed flex lines with the unit or from a different manufacturer? Thanks, Bubba
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12-25-2017, 12:14 PM
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Rivet Master
1981 31' Excella II
New Market
, Alabama
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 6,145
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mcmaster.com has flex hoses for coolant.
https://www.mcmaster.com/#5308k6/=1au9u2p
There are others there as well. Just look up flex hoses and drill down to coolant hoses. I assume coolant includes Freon and the alternatives for it.
Perry
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12-25-2017, 12:25 PM
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#38
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Rivet Master
2007 22' International CCD
Corona
, California
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 9,180
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Concealing a Mini Split AC
Coolant may be talking Radiator (automotive) type coolant, i.e. water with some form of antifreeze in it.
Freon hoses are very different and depend on what kind of Freon you are using. Liner is different for Freon 12 or Freon 134a, etc. Be careful, because some A/C home units run really high pressures. Consult an expert....
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'The Silver HamShack' ('07 International 22FB CCD 75th Anniversary)
Multiple Yaesu Ham Radios inside and many antennae sprouting from roof, ProPride hitch, Prodigy P2 controller.
2012 shortbed CrewMax 4x4 Toyota Tacoma TV with more antennae on it.
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12-25-2017, 05:34 PM
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#39
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Rivet Master
1955 22' Safari
Laredo
, Texas
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12-25-2017, 05:53 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 22' International CCD
Corona
, California
Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 9,180
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Those are surely designed for refrigerant service. How well do they stand up to movement?
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'The Silver HamShack' ('07 International 22FB CCD 75th Anniversary)
Multiple Yaesu Ham Radios inside and many antennae sprouting from roof, ProPride hitch, Prodigy P2 controller.
2012 shortbed CrewMax 4x4 Toyota Tacoma TV with more antennae on it.
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