New Rockwood 2910 TS AC not cooling enough
I just purchased a new Rockwood 2910 TS with the upgraded 15,000 BTU AC unit (standard was 13,500). On my first trip out it wasn't cooling well and the dealer checked it and replaced the unit. On my ...
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I had a single 15k BTU unit on my Weekend warrior, which was 41' total (37' box) with a small slideout. It had no problem keeping the trailer cool even in hot humid summer in Charlotte, NC. The trailer seemed to be well insulated however, with the exception of the slideout and ramp door. I would have to pull the slide in during extreme lows in the winter, but never had to in the summer.
Does your unit have the tan exterior? If yes, that is no doubt a factor. Even though isn't very dark, it will still absorb a lot more heat than white. I also noticed that many new trailers have tan roof membrane now.
I almost bought a new Outback with the Mocha exterior, tan roof, and black front cap. I'm glad I didn't, even though the color scheme looks really sharp. So far I've been on two trips with my new Creekside, which is all white, and even when its 90F outside it stays cool enough inside I have not needed to run the A/C yet.
Does your unit have the tan exterior? If yes, that is no doubt a factor. Even though isn't very dark, it will still absorb a lot more heat than white. I also noticed that many new trailers have tan roof membrane now.
I almost bought a new Outback with the Mocha exterior, tan roof, and black front cap. I'm glad I didn't, even though the color scheme looks really sharp. So far I've been on two trips with my new Creekside, which is all white, and even when its 90F outside it stays cool enough inside I have not needed to run the A/C yet.
