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Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-01-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

Re: running dash air on 110 volt when plugged in

That would be a nice feature in a Class B van. It is probably not doable :cry:
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-01-2012, 11:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

You'd be better to bring a portable floor model with you, and stay at campgrounds with electrical
hookups, and plug in, as an alternative to roof air. You could run the drain hose into the toilet,...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-01-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

You're right a two hose system with insulated hoses would deal with the heat from the unit better.
The exterior part of window air conditioner in my van gets quite warm when it is running. ...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 08-01-2012, 02:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

I see three or four problems with the portable air conditioners:

1. they throw off heat inside the van
2. they take up floor space and would need to be secured when driving
3. water drainage
4....
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-31-2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

Mike is right - it took a while for mine to be available for pick up. Contact them now for September if you haven't already. These units are only made to fit GMC Savana or Chevy Express vans. ...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-22-2012, 02:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

That's what I keep telling her....... :angel:
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-22-2012, 12:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

Yes, that's the company. Kinda pricey :cry:
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-21-2012, 11:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

Thanks Ron. I'll post more data re: outside and inside temperatures and how effective a 5200 btu a/c is (or isn't) after I use it while camping.



Maybe a small generator to run this if I need...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-20-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

Re: Security - I think it is pretty good.
A determined person might be able to break the fiberglass with effort similar or greater than prying or breaking a window.
The A/C is screwed in well and...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 07-19-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

I went ahead with this purchase and installed the air conditioner from Safari Condo in my GMC Savana van. The a/c unit kit seems well built. This a/c kit is made to replace the rear window. Take...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 04-29-2012, 12:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Re: Rear Window Air Conditioner

Yes - $695. includes the air conditioner. Not cheap but it is limited production.
It has stainless steel brackets for the inside and the upholstered piece you see. Outside cover is fiberglass.
It...
Forum: Tweaks, Mods & Projects 04-25-2012, 01:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 21,937
Posted By markopolo
Rear Window Air Conditioner

:wtf:

I'm going to go with a rear window Air Conditioner.......... Not elegant, but very practical.
I have solar panels on the roof that I don't want to move.



Plus 3 feet of the...
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