Recommended AC Unit for RV That is Wired For Air Conditioning But Never Installed

Question:

86 Komfort RV 20 footers never had ac How tall the electric breaker in the wiring to the center duc My comfort trailer comes with wiring and breaker so I need a C and a thermostat control box is there anything else I need

asked by: Art

Expert Reply:

What I think you are asking is for a recommendation on an air conditioning unit for a 1986 Komfort RV that is wired for a unit but has never had one installed. For this, I suggest the Advent Air RV Air Conditioner w/ Air Distribution Box and Start Capacitor, # ACM135C. This is a 13.5K ductless AC unit that lets you add an AC with the air distribution box that has a built-in thermostat and fan controls. But this unit also has a start capacitor to jumpstart the AC when camp power or generator power isn't enough.

This fits roofs that are 2-1/2" to 5" thick with an opening size of 14-1/4" long x 14-1/4" wide. Because your RV is already prepped and pre-wired for an AC unit, installation is simple and easy. Most AC units, including this one, are designed to fit an opening that measures 14-1/4" x 14-1/4". Depending on your roof setup, you may need to do minimal alterations. If the opening is larger than 14-3/8" x 14-3/8", you will need to install spacers between the sides of the unit and the opening's edges. If the opening is smaller than 14-1/8" x 14-1/8", you will need to enlarge the hole to fit the unit snugly inside the opening.

This also has the option of adding a heat strip, the Electric Heat Strip for Advent Air RV Air Conditioners, # ACMHD.

Please note the linked product review and installation videos below.

expert reply by: Michael R