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01-19-2018, 06:34 PM
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downgrading AC from 13500 to 9000...
hi,
currently in my cozy 2004 Jayco Sport 165, I have the 13500 AC, and it is very efficient, actually it makes the TT freezing in no time,
but since I prefer to boondock, w/o a parallel genny setup I can't use it.
I only just discovered that they make a smaller AC unit, 9000btu , that should be able to run off my 2000w Inverter Gen. & should also cool off my TT easily enough. BC storage is very limited in my TT, I prefer not to get another Gen. to run current AC.
I'm wondering what others opinions are of replacing with smaller unit? Also, is this something I might possibly be able to DIY?
Thanks for your thoughts & opinions!!
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01-19-2018, 06:45 PM
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Some have had success running a 13.5 AC off of a 2000w generator following the installation of a hard start kit/capacitor in the AC. I've never tried it myself, only what I have read over the years.
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01-19-2018, 06:54 PM
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If your handy it's an easy DIY, hardest part is getting old unit down off roof and new one up there.
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01-19-2018, 07:07 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sport165
hi,
currently in my cozy 2004 Jayco Sport 165, I have the 13500 AC, and it is very efficient, actually it makes the TT freezing in no time,
but since I prefer to boondock, w/o a parallel genny setup I can't use it.
I only just discovered that they make a smaller AC unit, 9000btu , that should be able to run off my 2000w Inverter Gen. & should also cool off my TT easily enough. BC storage is very limited in my TT, I prefer not to get another Gen. to run current AC.
I'm wondering what others opinions are of replacing with smaller unit? Also, is this something I might possibly be able to DIY?
Thanks for your thoughts & opinions!!
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I can run my AC on 1 2000 Yamaha Inverter generator no problem. I installed a Micro-air soft start and it works great. I tried a hard start and that didn't work near as well as this does. Yes, it even powers up from the generator running in economy mode. I will say that on 1 2000 watt generator, you don't want to be running your microwave when the A/C decides to start.
Use AIRSTREAM (all uppercase) in the coupon code and get $45.00 off.
https://www.microair.net/collections...-soft-starters
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01-19-2018, 07:24 PM
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Thanks!
I forgot about the hard start etc option!! Yes that was suggested elsewhere here!!
However, I may be handy enough to install a replacement AC (aside from the weight) but-- I can't install this switch!!
Still, I suppose I'd save $ using switch & having professional install it.
Something to think about!!
Thanks again!!
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01-19-2018, 07:33 PM
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Personally, I would try a hard start capacitor, I have not priced on recently, but I expect the price is around 5-10 dollars.
It is really easy to install, find the old one on the ac. Remove it, and un plug the wires. And plug into the new on. Very very easy to do.
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01-19-2018, 09:20 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jagiven
Personally, I would try a hard start capacitor, I have not priced on recently, but I expect the price is around 5-10 dollars.
It is really easy to install, find the old one on the ac. Remove it, and un plug the wires. And plug into the new on. Very very easy to do.
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@jagiven- where would I find the old hard start capacitor? from the top of AC unit, or access from bottom, inside my trailer? I guess for the price, it is worth it to at least attempt this! This for this advice!
I will do a google search, maybe there is a video of how to change out the capacitor.
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01-19-2018, 11:15 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sport165
@jagiven- where would I find the old hard start capacitor? from the top of AC unit, or access from bottom, inside my trailer? I guess for the price, it is worth it to at least attempt this! This for this advice!
I will do a google search, maybe there is a video of how to change out the capacitor.
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You gain access from up on the roof. Remove the plastic cover. On mine, the capacitor is on the street side.
There are lots of youtube videos on the subjecr.
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01-20-2018, 06:12 AM
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Do a search on YouTube and you will find all kinds of videos to show you how to replace this.
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