I have NEVER watched an air-con unit installation with such interest in my life!! Really good video, thanks to ALL of you!! Thanks!!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
That's high praise. Thank you Next week we do a video on paint drying :)
@braithmiller2 жыл бұрын
Watching 'how others do work' is frequently both boring and torture. This definitely wasn't either.
@TreasureForeverOfficial Жыл бұрын
I live in an extremely hot climate and life without AC is un-liveable, truly unbearable! This makes me happy to know you guys have the comfort of AC on the boat 😊
@EmilyAndClark Жыл бұрын
Thanks It's's now available at MarineDCAC.com
@randywelsh41632 жыл бұрын
The one copper line under the bed is contacting the high pressure line, it will rub and eventually leak causing failure. Just put something soft in between tape together and done.
@brownnoise357 Жыл бұрын
Yaaay found this one, and I do prefer the look of this kit to getting a cheap portable AC unit. Now searching for more details. Bob. 👍⛵️✨️✨️✨️
@EmilyAndClark Жыл бұрын
As of now you have to contact me directly. There are only 20 units left. I'm not sure if I'll be ordering more. Guy running it hasn't been doing well.
@SirCharles123572 жыл бұрын
Great instructional/demonstrational video! You are a great resource for all sailors/campers/tiny home communities!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Charles
@kalee28142 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing the install process. The details that go into how you completed this was what really stood out. Amazing work!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Nice of you to say. Are you getting one?
@braithmiller2 жыл бұрын
Keeping the explanation simple so some don't have there eyes glaze over, good. If someone is competent in their wiring and plumbing work your ac/refrigeration videos would bring them up to a self installer. I just point them your way, the best I have seen. My finer points would drive most crazy.
@johnwood1953 Жыл бұрын
Great team work and good luck with all.. safe travels
@davidrhightower2 жыл бұрын
I think one thing that should be done is if copper line is touching the rubber line split a piece of rubber hose and zip tie it to the copper line. That way there won’t be any chafe and rub a hole in the line
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Good idea. Chafe is bad. But... You won't believe this but you will be protecting the copper from the rubber. I've seen so many times where engine hoses chafe the engine steel without harming themselves. I found that unbelievable but seems to happen.
@braithmiller2 жыл бұрын
If you do compress the split hose on, interference fit and zip ties at least.
@astnbllr922 жыл бұрын
So when you're fixing a jet engine, it's very important to check all your subassemblies for proper flow and vacuum/pressure seals. In my job we use an all in one system called a "vac cart". It's my job specifically to maintain the vac carts. I'm a little upset that I could have been using this sealant stuff the entire time instead of Teflon tape. Especially on all the flare fittings, as it makes a lot more sense in that specific application.
@stevenshankle38682 жыл бұрын
Absolute perfection for installation! Thanks for sharing .... Well-done, Clark!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steven. There are still some kits left at marineDCAC.com
@alanwheelock14602 жыл бұрын
very excited to see the results the build quality looks top notch.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan. Spoiler.. worked great! Have you seen this video? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rqxhZJaSutK-l6M.html
@Richless_Rich2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome . An excellent DIY project. Keep up the amazing projects. Lots to learn from you two.
@ricks306062 жыл бұрын
I can't wait, my excitement keeps building!!!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
I understand that the order website will launch any day now. But I've heard that before. Next week we charge it Spoiler: it worked great!
@AndreAngelantoni2 жыл бұрын
My battery-powered AC unit just had its final hookup today. I'm ecstatic because it got done with a few months to spare of the oncoming Mexican heat. 5.1kWh battery and a 30.5 SEER a/c unit. Solar panels on the roof (of an RV) in the next few weeks.
@kranzonguam2 жыл бұрын
👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼Excellent step by step! Thank you! Happy Easter from Guam!
@SV-Flying-Tigress2 жыл бұрын
Great Video; I have signed up on the website. We want two, although, contrary to the form I filled out, after watching this video there may be advantages to do a component install rather than getting pre-charged units on a sled to have more flexibility as to where to locate the components. :)
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yes I know I'd always want the components. In this (and the next) video I'm trying to show that with how I've set this up it's easy to install with hand tools.
@pmnfernando2 жыл бұрын
great stuff!! im not a patreon, so i wont be getting the first batch, but im defo buying one!!
@takenbythewind Жыл бұрын
Hey Clark! We’re installing your dc/ac system on Rhiannon and I have some questions: What is “this stuff” that you’re putting on the flare fittings? Our system is 24v so do I need to use the power booster or can I just wire straight to my system? I’m assuming I will need to convert to 12v for the blower motor and the pump,or does the system step it down? I’m really impressed with this system ,especially how tiny the compressor is! Thanks for coming up with this for all of us and keep up the great work!
@EmilyAndClark Жыл бұрын
Thanks, You can find "this stuff" on our Amazon store (link in video description). It's really not required but since I bought some I use it all the time. No don't use the boost converter for the compressor. If you can find a 24v pump use that. It's better. Same pump, different windings. As for the air handler motor. I haven't tried this but it should be fine if you use the included motor speed controller as long as you don't ever turn it up beyond half way. Correct setting should be like 1 amp 24v. Probably 1/10th from off. It should work as a good buck converter but if you turn it up too far it will likely harm the motor. Or you could get a little buck converter to make 12v. Likely you already have 12v circuits on the boat, right?
@gefginn36992 жыл бұрын
Great post Clark. You are a treasure. 😇🌞🌴⛵
@CoachKatanaHead2 жыл бұрын
Very thorough how to !
@pataulson2 жыл бұрын
Great video with great ideas ... thank you!
@dennishively59942 жыл бұрын
This looks to be a game changer. Awesome
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yes I've been cruising for the better part of the last 20 years. I was surprised how much this made life better.
@robertlewisvideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Your Projects are Awesome !!!!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Nice of you to say Robert
@helomech19732 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks Clark.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, Brad.
@scottkrebs5862 жыл бұрын
Single-flaring copper always makes me feel like I'm "doing it wrong" cuz I'm so used to double-flaring steel lol ; )
@bill22922 жыл бұрын
Looks great! I want one, er, three. Please think about making a 12-15,000BTU unit next. I'll buy a dozen.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
We are considering a 10,000btu/h unit. Beyond that one would have to use multiple units.
@bill22922 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark That would be very helpful! A lot of my catamaran owning friends are looking.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Multiple units have the advantage that if one fails the other still works. Always try to design away from single points of failure.
@bill22922 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark I agree 100%. My boat has one chiller that is 65,000 BTU, with 5 distribution handlers. We are thinking 4 units at 12/15,000 BTU each.
@GrampalettasCamp2 жыл бұрын
My 2-5 air conditioner is the most efficient and reliable. Two hatches open and 5 knots boat speed
@nealgrant77272 жыл бұрын
Cool 😎
@andrewtaylor96152 жыл бұрын
Great job!
@tyzardoz2 жыл бұрын
Hi Clark, great video as usual 😎 Perhaps you'll see Blue Dragon somewhere along the way. A Thomas Colvin Tamarack schooner
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
If you see Temptress in a bay. Drop on by.
@tyzardoz2 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark indeed we will. Been watching your videos for a long time, look forward to meeting you both 😎
@esling772 жыл бұрын
I am going to be installing A/c on my 30 freedom. Once you start looking into what's out there it's almost overwhelming. For me I want simplicity and the ability to maintain and service the unit myself. Are there service valves on the Condenser? If not what's your thoughts on installing them. My other thing is I would be happy having a cool sleeping room but the Captain wants a cool Salon as well so for me I may not be able to do this one. It looks great though. Seems like the coils are serviceable and the blower too. I am thinking of maybe going with two. 1 for day in the salon 1 for night in sleeping room. Ty
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
The unit comes with both a high side and low side service valve. This is usually considered plenty as every part of each of these subsystems have the same pressure . I agree about the sleeping room as I mention in my first video. I'm concerned that this might not be enough unit to cool a big poorly insolated room in the heat of the day with the sun on the deck. A larger unit is in the works or you might accept the idea of spot cooling. (Leaving the hatches open and just blowing cool air right on you.)
@esling772 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark I saw the service valves. That's a sign of a well thought out unit. It creates so many Maintenance and Service options. I hope you do well with these and tonight I am going to show my better half and really get down to the nitty gritty of cooling our space. These units remind me of commercial ones we used to install in Homes and a lot of apartments. Good luck to you and ty for making these so user friendly!
@gypsyman1967 Жыл бұрын
I didn't see if the low pressure line from the airhandler was insulated. It gets cold, and water will condenses, making things wet.
@EmilyAndClark Жыл бұрын
Yes it should be.
@bill22922 жыл бұрын
Did you make a video showing efficiency compared to other water cooled units? That would be great
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Seems to be twice as good as the next best. We haven't really done "sales" videos yet.
@bill22922 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark A side by side test of 3-4 different brands would be great, but I'm sure it's not what you live for. If you want to sell 100 of them in a few days, do the comparison live at the Annapolis boat show this fall.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yes I'm actually looking forward to a boat show sometime. For this, the bbms, the channel, Emily's dinghy build. Lot's of offers. We have over 2000 interested parties on the mailing list. I bet we will have no problem selling the first 100. Then they will tell their friends....
@brownnoise357 Жыл бұрын
Glad to confirm I live in a Mammoth and Sabre Tooth Tiger Free Zone, now to do something about those Rhino's. Bob. 🤔
@howardrowland63712 жыл бұрын
A great video, thank you! Have you had any issues with condensation on the refrigerant return line? Many AC installations insulate this line to eliminate condensation dripping issues.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yes this is an important step. Filming a video out here is more difficult then in a studio in the US. They need to search for a good material to do that with. I'll make sure I include that in the manual.
@braithmiller2 жыл бұрын
Automotive products for this work well. Generally self-adhesive neoprene foam foil backed tape. Some installations run lines together to exchange ( further lower high pressure line temperature).
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yes I like the lines together.
@jackdale92492 жыл бұрын
hi you should insulate the copper lines going to the air handler and all the other lines other wise are wasting cold freon and making the boat hotter and less cold ! your "expert advisor" should have told you DUH !
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Have you read the install manual? That is in there. But there is no good hardware store here so they will finish that later. Thanks for your expertise
@tjsailing52322 жыл бұрын
This is great
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Thanks TJ
@tonyrhoton6613 Жыл бұрын
Nylog is good
@melissateebarnes88266 ай бұрын
Can you have multiple units for different area of the boat?
@EmilyAndClark6 ай бұрын
Certainly.
@jdlambert82 жыл бұрын
If you put the fitting in backwards, will attract tigers instead of repelling them?
@astnbllr922 жыл бұрын
Yes. Also any former or current QA inspectors in the area. They can smell the failure.
@countrymagic612 жыл бұрын
I have seen similar units manufactured through China. Is this one of them? I'm looking for a small 12 volt A/C unit for tear drop and similar type trailers. However, how is this [your] unit's price of $2000 justified?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
No. This one is easily 3x as efficient.
@uncommonsense93952 жыл бұрын
Have you calculated the cubic feet of the cabin you are cooling? I have a small cuddy cabin power boat, please don't judge, and my old AC is in need of replacement. My current 6000 BTU unit draws almost 1000 watts so I can really only use it when on shore power or when one of my engines is running. It's also all (Compressor, Fan and Water) 110\120 so I'm losing efficiency through the inverter too. I don't have a generator but was thinking of getting an air cooled inverter generator to plug into my shore power to run my AC but this might be a solution that would eliminate the need for a generator. My cuddy might be a little bigger than your aft cabin but not sure. I think the square footage might be more but the cubic feet less due to the very low headroom. I'm think the most important measure for cooling is cubic feet. Would you agree? I'm also thinking of upgrading my house battery to a 1 or 200 amp lithium or maybe even trying the new Dakota lithium starting batteries too.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Where to start? If you are contemplating li check this out. www.emilyandclarksadventure.com/bbms But on a boat is a tricky thing. It's surface area and insulation and circulation with outside areas and number of people since it's such a small space. To really save power blow the cool dry air right at you. Big savings if you curtain off just the bed. Ours is around 200 if I'd have to guess. The new install was about 300
@MrYlojelo6 ай бұрын
what johnson pump do you use for the seawater circulation? It's not in the installation book.
@EmilyAndClark6 ай бұрын
You will find a link in the description of this video. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h5aaqKl-tLPFdGw.html It's about to go on sale again.
@MrYlojelo6 ай бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark I bought it last summer , just havent installed it yet
@FatherTech2 жыл бұрын
Hi Clark, Great video! I have a strong feeling i'm going to be getting one of these units! Have you looked at Swagelok for fittings on your copper lines? They might add some price but would save from having to have the tooling for flaring on the copper lines, and they are super easy to use for those folks that may not be so inclined to do it themselves.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yes but the tools to do the swagelok cost more then the flare tools I believe. I didn't chase this down personally I suggested it to Russell (manufacturer) when he forgot to get copper weld-ons with the titanium condensers.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
There were so many "right answers". I think in a few months there might be a one sled offering that uses air ducts. It won't be quite as efficient but will be plug and play.
@CapnZman2 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark I don't have any thru-hulls on my catamaran and I'd like to keep it that way. Given the construction of my boat, I can segregate the condenser cooling air flow from cabin air very easily and thus I am very interested to see the specs and layout of the air-cooled version.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
I'm about to work on an air cooled unit for an RV trip we have planned. Don't expect it to work as efficiently as the water cooled unit but it should be offered at MarineDCAC.com eventually. You should really just install the thru hulls or share one you already have. In saying you don't have any I assume you have no engine or outboards. Where does your sink drain? You have a composting head? Most every boat has thruhulls and it's not like boats are regularly sinking because of them. One of the thruhulls used for AC is best installed just above the waterline.
@CapnZman2 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark I should have said that I have no underwater thru-hulls and, yes, it does have an outboard motor and a composting head.
@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk4 ай бұрын
It’s been over a year, the “store” is still not up yet. I like the idea, but am starting to worry if it’s a real product.
@EmilyAndClark4 ай бұрын
Patience. It's coming along with a fully charged one piece drop in unit.
@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk4 ай бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark can you give a time estimate ?
@EmilyAndClark4 ай бұрын
It's really his business to run but I think about any time now. If you either sign up on his webpage or fill out the survey linked to our AC videos you will get a message when things happen Last week he drove up to our house in Florida and picked up the components I had on hand so he wouldn't have to wait for the slow boat from China
@phishtacosfishingandstuff26772 жыл бұрын
How much does the whole thing cost?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
About $2000. MarineDCAC.com
@RogerWilco12 жыл бұрын
Is there a template to cut holes if one wants to mount. the air handler behind a wall, or in a cabinet?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
I just measured and used a hole saw. They are in a straight line and all the same distance.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
You can see me doing it here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rqxhZJaSutK-l6M.html
@ookulelewess2 жыл бұрын
... I guess he could've used a tubing bender eh? lots of cheap options for that. 8^)
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, that would have been nice
@scottkrebs5862 жыл бұрын
Yup, having a proper tube bending tool would be trick, but they're at anchor in the Dominican. I'd bet finding a tubing cutter or flare kit on a sailboat isn't a common occurrence, either, so assess your tool needs and aesthetic needs when planning your installation. How pretty do you need it to be? : D
@yannkitson1162 жыл бұрын
Will the plans be available or did you skip that idea?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
No. I had to sign that away in the contract. But it's all but impossible to buy this compressor as a single unit. I was a defence contractor so I can talk the talk and said I was developing a prototype project. Didn't say it was an AC for my sailboat. But turned out good for them as we will be buying volume.
@yannkitson1162 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark OK that makes sense you did mention that in the last video. Nice unit 👌
@giterdunpete2 жыл бұрын
Would the supplier send one unit "Down Under"?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
You could use reship.com. Australia is a real problem to ship to. Learned that with BBMS shipments. www.emilyandclarksadventure.com/bbms
@DJohns-nz4ul2 жыл бұрын
Are the dimensions of the air handler listed somewhere? And is there a total cost yet? Thanks great video!
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
16"x12"x6.15". I need to publish this someplace I can find it so I don't have to keep looking it up.
@DJohns-nz4ul2 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark and the costs?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Just under $2000us last I heard
@DJohns-nz4ul2 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark nice
@edgarmuller66522 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark incredible!!!! Good job Clark thanks for sharing
@svkookaburra2 жыл бұрын
Total cost of kit and a link to get onto the list? TIA
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
I think the kit will be just under $2000us. You supply some parts. Website link coming very soon.
@TheBlindell2 жыл бұрын
Can air handler be mounted vertically?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
No. The water wouldn't drain well I suspect. I think it would probably try to go back to the fan. But you might be able to cobble up a dam inside to deal with that. It comes apart with screws.
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
If you find success please do a video and share it or send it to me. I'm sure many guys would like the answer to that question.
@lhtechnology7 ай бұрын
do you still have these kits to sell?
@EmilyAndClark7 ай бұрын
I just signed a contract today. They will be available again soon. Your best bet is to fill out the survey in the description of this video to get on the mailing list. Or subscribe and watch our videos as I'll announce progress.
@carbidegrd12 жыл бұрын
anyone know what this costs?
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
Like $2000usd
@morristhegreat129 күн бұрын
And you are kidding yourself with the price for a toy.
@EmilyAndClark29 күн бұрын
It works and is priced where it needs to be. But you should stick with crap from China.
@morristhegreat129 күн бұрын
Toy.
@EmilyAndClark29 күн бұрын
You obviously are just a troll. Loads of people are happy with this "toy" as you call it.