Will:
I am not familiar with the A/C unit you are considering but if it is a
removable unit (when you are sailing) you will also need a place to store it
onboard. A built-in unit will eliminate this need too. I would also think
that a water-cooled A/ C would be smaller in volume. I am a full
I have been toying with the idea of configuring a hatch-mounted “portable” AC
unit for the dock only — small enough to remove when heading out. I’m
interested in following your project. What kind of hatch is on your 41?
(Atkins & Hoyle?). I have a friend with a 41 and will pass along your que
Will,
Most, if not all, the negative comments are directed at the CruisAir
portable units. You're talking about the Coleman Roughneck AC unit.
That's got quite a bit more BTU cooling than the small CruisAir portables.
Give it a shot. Let us know how it works.
Just make sure you've got sufficien
Still looking for help with our actual need: opening the space where our
v-berth hatch is!
Regarding comments, the roughneck unit is designed for harsh use, is marine
grade, 13,500 btu and ratings over 4.2 so I’m surprised folks think it is a
disaster already!
The unsaid background is this: Joy
