T&T: Air Conditioner replacement opions

[Chuck and Susan]

Duane, The new Dometic units are more compact and much quieter than before. Before you commit to this set up you might want to do the math since you will need a very large battery bank to run any AC overnight off of an inverter. Chuck
 
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--- On Fri, 10/9/09, capt.d at netscape.com <capt.d at netscape.com> wrote:

 
> Time to replace a 30 year old
> Cruiseair split unit. I am looking at a one piece unit for
> my aft cabin to install in the closet where the old unit
> sits. The size needed is around 6500 btu by the square foot
> calculation. I am looking at a 5000 btu and a 9000 btu with
> only a $150 price difference. The only reason to consider
> the small unit is the possibility of running off an
> inverter. This could be a plus and make anchoring out in the
> summer enjoyable. I don't like running the generator at
> night when sleeping. I realize it may not be the best on a
> hot sunny day but i'm not in that room anyway and the main
> cabin AC is by the doorway. So is bigger better or small
> good enough for night time use? Maybe someone has made this
> mistake and can offer advice.
> 
> Thanks,Duane
> MT44