LMTV Air Conditioner

[autolocators]

Still have AC units for m1078?

 

[Doug Roberts]

I might have an extra BAE heat/ac interior unit. I have 2 units , other being the SS model. I probably will sell the one I'm not using, but I'm not ready yet. I almost thought I shouldn't toss my hat in here not knowing what my timeline will be. Which unit is the best ?

 

[scottmandu]

The later model Caiman units have a larger evaporator and better controls.

 

[Adventure Driven]

Dave

Did you ever import these? Or have them in stock? I am game to try one possibly

Seth

Gents-

A few years ago my company used to install very high quality German 24VDC rooftop A/C units (on specialty trucks buses) and we had very good luck with them (the units and manufacturer support). Installation is super quick and easy...basically, cut hole, mount unit and seal, run 2 wires, turn on - a bit over-simplified, but complete installation in 3-4 hours. At 24V they provide 12k BTU/250 CFM @ 60A (70Lbs). All controls are on the cab ceiling - in reach of driver and passenger. Parts are readily available, exterior and interior housings can be painted. Units fit into turret rounds. We are going to start importing units again, but this time in 12VDC for a different application. I can add 24V units to our orders if there is interest, particularly from this group. NOT looking for any commitments, but LMK if you'd have interest or if you have any questions. Complete units would be about $1950/each. Some pix and dims attached.

Thanks,

Dave

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[scottmandu]

Is the factory 100 amp alternator enough to power a 12,000 btu unit? A 12K but unit is ~3500W and at full capacity the alternator is a 2400W alternator. If you go with the 200 amp unit that yields 4800W of charging capacity but it also adds another grand to the price.

 

[coachgeo]

Is the factory 100 amp alternator enough to power a 12,000 btu unit? A 12K but unit is ~3500W and at full capacity the alternator is a 2400W alternator. If you go with the 200 amp unit that yields 4800W of charging capacity but it also adds another grand to the price.

Solar on roof "if" have enough space for it; like top of an S280, can help with getting needed juice. One could go unconventional with something that adds maybe as much drag on the engine as a huge alternator but like solar also offers a chance to be used when NOT mobile is a low profile of wind generator. When driving it puts drag on the rig as much as a high output alternator would but when stationary....... you can also use it for power generation. Think wide narrow squirrel cage or like
http://www.americanwindinc.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/18_turbine_assemblyon_car1st_gen.jpg
found at http://www.americanwindinc.com

 

[Another Ahab]

That's cool tech. Are they priced reasonably?

 

[coachgeo]

That's cool tech. Are they priced reasonably?

No... not last time I checked lol

 

[dronsen]

Dave

Did you ever import these? Or have them in stock? I am game to try one possibly

Seth

We did not import yet...we are very close to a decision though. Our concern is that alternator will be operating near or at max capacity - at full blast the AC unit draws 91 Amps @ 24V.

 

[Adventure Driven]

Ok, understood, maybe a good reason for me to upgrade to the 200 amp alternator

Seth

We did not import yet...we are very close to a decision though. Our concern is that alternator will be operating near or at max capacity - at full blast the AC unit draws 91 Amps @ 24V.

 

[scottmandu]

That's cool tech. Are they priced reasonably?

"Reasonably priced" is a highly subjective term.

 

[autolocators]

I'm possibly interested in one of these units.

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[Reworked LMTV]

Has anyone considered the Universal AC units on Greedbay?

 

[zombiemachines]

Overdrive, I could really use your help with a diagram on how to mount the AC on a 1088 which I think is the right side correct?

 

[Another Ahab]

Overdrive, I could really use your help with a diagram on how to mount the AC on a 1088 which I think is the right side correct?

Second post; close enough to a first:

- For the record, welcome from here in Virginia.

 

[zombiemachines]

Do you still have these? If so I'm interested. Message me please.

 

[Gunny 0369]

We are two weeks from installing our AC units, these are 12 v or 24 v . Ive purchased the 12 volt.
The build has been held up by the body shop.....

1086 LWB MHC
Expedition Vehicle , full bedroom king bed, sleeper sofa, round couch, elec fireplace, rock wall and full kitchen with full shower.

 

[Gunny 0369]

BTW the units Im installing have 2 cooling fans, and look a bit more low profile than Daves...
I dont want to sell these , but after we op check them, I will post pricing and
Availability for you to go direct... Just watch for import tariffs gotchas.. I avoided that luckily...

 

[ramdough]

We are two weeks from installing our AC units, these are 12 v or 24 v . Ive purchased the 12 volt.
The build has been held up by the body shop.....

1086 LWB MHC
Expedition Vehicle , full bedroom king bed, sleeper sofa, round couch, elec fireplace, rock wall and full kitchen with full shower.

I want to see pictures of everything you are doing including the camper build. Sounds pretty cool.


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[Adventure Driven]

I have to see this AC, we need one

Seth

We are two weeks from installing our AC units, these are 12 v or 24 v . Ive purchased the 12 volt.
The build has been held up by the body shop.....

1086 LWB MHC
Expedition Vehicle , full bedroom king bed, sleeper sofa, round couch, elec fireplace, rock wall and full kitchen with full shower.