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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-14-2023, 11:42 AM
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Posted By rubicon327
7 years later

Some were worried about the durability of a mini-split system designed for stationary use being used on a travel trailer with all the movement and bumps going down the road. Here to report that 7...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-28-2022, 11:50 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Makes sense. This should help Tford when he digs...

Makes sense. This should help Tford when he digs in there.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-28-2022, 07:25 AM
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Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Just be careful. Not sure why but I think I heard...

Just be careful. Not sure why but I think I heard that the furnace wires are routed up to a control box at the A/C before heading down to the Dometic thermostat. That might make it a bit confusing.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-27-2022, 08:58 PM
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Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
I removed my A/C but it was an older Dometic with...

I removed my A/C but it was an older Dometic with built-in controls. The thermostat was already for heat only. The newer 21 I worked on did not have an A/C from the factory so again had dedicated...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-27-2022, 08:57 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
I was wondering the same. The 3’ set I put on...

I was wondering the same. The 3’ set I put on Jake’s 21 a few years ago have been trouble free. (Full disclosure - this was after a leak in one line early on but I think it was due to a hit from some...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-08-2022, 11:58 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
In a heat pump the refrigerant flow direction...

In a heat pump the refrigerant flow direction reverses depending on the mode. In the cooling mode you have a cold, low pressure liquid going to the indoor unit and a warmer, low pressure gas leaving...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-11-2022, 06:05 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
#1. That union looks fine. Obviously will need to...

#1. That union looks fine. Obviously will need to order one for each line size.

#2. I think it is moot. There is only a short pigtail of refrigerant line that comes off an indoor unit.

#3....
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-10-2022, 12:03 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Thanks but based on your answers it looks like...

Thanks but based on your answers it looks like you are right there with me. Where are you with your system?
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 09-09-2022, 11:55 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Jas: I used the flex lines on an installation I...

Jas: I used the flex lines on an installation I did for a fellow Escape owner and he has not had any leaks. Without them I have had to add refrigerant twice in 6 years. I may add them in the future...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-04-2022, 08:07 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Joel is jphil23462...

Joel is jphil23462 (https://www.escapeforum.org/forums/members/jphil23462-11933.html) who did a 5.0 mini-split install supplemented with copious solar and lithium. Highlights start on page 24...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-03-2022, 07:52 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
I think you are mistaking me with Joel. I’m Dave.

I think you are mistaking me with Joel. I’m Dave.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-02-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Another update with mini-split operating on 400AH...

Another update with mini-split operating on 400AH lithium battery and 2000W Xantrex Freedom XC inverter/charger. Camped for two nights this past weekend where the trailer was hot and humid around...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 08-01-2022, 07:42 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Not sure. All I can add is that my installation...

Not sure. All I can add is that my installation does not have the flex lines and the install I did for Jake (viator36) has 3' flex lines and we both do not have any whining noise.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-27-2022, 07:11 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
My Fujitsu is super quiet. The only thing I...

My Fujitsu is super quiet. The only thing I recall the manual warning about is having refrigerant lines extremely short which can cause noise. Mine are about 10’ long and it works and sounds perfect.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-26-2022, 03:51 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Unless you install the type of system like MrCool...

Unless you install the type of system like MrCool with pre-filled quick-connect refrigerant lines you should always pressure test with nitrogen and then pull a vacuum before releasing the refrigerant...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-26-2022, 12:19 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Rob: If you cut away the foam and a bit of the...

Rob: If you cut away the foam and a bit of the wood block that accepts the screw to hold the corner piece on you can get the insulated refrigerant lines pretty tight to the shell and make it look...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-26-2022, 06:19 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Nice work! Good luck running those refrigerant...

Nice work! Good luck running those refrigerant lines. That is the toughest part. Looking forward to hearing how it runs! Whisper quiet cooling in these small trailers will feel like a dream come true.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 07-25-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Rob, On our 19 we did an aluminum mounting...

Rob,
On our 19 we did an aluminum mounting platform and the outside unit feet are sandwiched with rubber pads and bolted through the aluminum plate only. I wanted a captive design where the unit...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 06-28-2022, 12:21 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Glad hear it is working well. A nice thing about...

Glad hear it is working well. A nice thing about the Fujitsu and other mini-splits is they are AHRI certified. This ensures you are getting an advertised capacity based on test conditions. I'm not...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-17-2022, 12:25 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Let me critique this unit if I may... Drawbacks...

Let me critique this unit if I may...
Drawbacks vs mini-split:
-No inverter compressor
-Requires considerable concealed area to mount taking up valuable storage space (limited mounting options...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-11-2022, 07:40 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Nice work Dan! Thanks for including some photos....

Nice work Dan! Thanks for including some photos. Enjoy your whisper quiet A/C!

(I highly recommend a small ratchet strap around the outdoor unit when traveling. Takes a lot of the stress off the...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-06-2022, 11:26 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Be sure to do your research and don't be fooled...

Be sure to do your research and don't be fooled by the hype.
https://www.escapeforum.org/forums/f21/anyone-ever-use-or-see-a-zero-breeze-18727.html#post350457
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-05-2022, 08:45 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
See attached

See attached
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 05-05-2022, 08:03 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
:thumb:Pictures please!

:thumb:Pictures please!
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 12-24-2021, 08:55 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 192,896
Posted By rubicon327
Donna: It took forever but the Noria (now Kapsul)...

Donna: It took forever but the Noria (now Kapsul) appears to be out on the market
https://www.kapsulair.com/collections/air-conditioners

The original backers still aren’t getting their units...
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