Mini-split in compartment
Hi all, I'm in the planning stages of a Class C boondocker, loaded with solar panels, a big 24v battery, all that. I'd like to install a mini-split up near the front of the vehicle, so when the sun...
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wanderingaimlessly wrote:
The ones I've seen, they mounted the outside portion on the rear of the rig to allow sufficient airflow to cool it.
Yep, check with the manufacturer for airflow and spacing requirements. Typically they are mounted outside 6-10inches from a wall...that's why mounting on the rear bumper is more typically done if you retrofit to an RV.
Also, 9k btu is likely marginal in any kind of significant heat unless it's a very small RV. The black solar panels are likely to increase heat absorption over the typical white reflective roof.
OK, ;I'll also go down the rabbit hole...how do you plan to power it if you remove the generator to place the condenser in it's spot?
