I saw a document on the confortotal to change the C to F: Press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons for 5 seconds at the same time, and the temperature display will switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius
Hi. Thanks for update. I am fitting out a 7.5ft x 14 ft + V nose aluminum cargo trailer as my carpentry tool hauler and RV. Front V makes for a great kitchen with Senvill 9000 btu mini split mounted on left V nose wall flush to corner, and inside head is up top on flat space over RV 19" gas range/oven.... i have one in my woodshop, and it is amazing for 400 s.ft. heat and cool... 120v shore power or, i have 900watts of solar on the roof top!. ,and night time wind turbine to top up batteries in evening so AC can run right away mid morning as solar takes over .......
Thanks for the video showing the lines running below the trailer. I am about to perform a mini-split AC install on a trailer and the lines from the air handler which is inside and at the top of the wall next to the roof will run down below the floor of the trailer and then back up into the outside condenser and my worry was the lines coming from below and then traveling back up to reach the condenser but it appears to not be an issue on your install. My concern was negated by your video.
Thanks so much for the update!! Questions: How many watts does it use on the average in the summer. What kind of power does your trailer have? I'm about to start my build and I want a goal to hit. I would rather have more and not need it, then need it and not have it.
The Confort has a SEER rating of 15, which is the industry minimum, that explains the dirt cheap price. This may not be the best option for people who want to full-time with a robust solar setup. It does make sense if you plan to be on shore power and not boondocking, which I would assume is your scenario, correct me if I’m wrong, no malice. :)
Yes the best units you can get are 20-22 seer since they don't really make more efficient 120v models. EER is a better unit to compare vs seer because it tells you exactly how much power a unit uses at full power. I think 12.5 eer is the best you can get in 120v which is about 960w for a 12,000btu unit or 720w for a 9000btu unit.
Thanks for the video, I am in the process of a Cargo conversion 20x8x8 , just got done insulation and ceiling put in, next is holding tanks then Mini split, going to go by your recommendation on getting a confort mini, i have barn doors on back going to bolt one door permanently shut, i added extra hinges and metal backing to put brackets to hold mini split, i have seen alot of people putting them on the front tounge but planing other stuff up there....looking forward to other videos.
Great video, clean install, I just added a mini split on to my RV, however when I turn off the inside unit the outside stays running. I hard wired the unit to a breaker and power it from the outside going inside. I don’t understand why the unit won’t turn off completely. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Make sure the Confort system is UL rated. Theres a bunch of "export only" guys selling in south Fl that arnt UL rated and if anything ever happens with fire etc insurance will deny the claim.
Thanks for this update Daniel. I’m going to build one following your layout, except the dog house. Very well designed and built. Look forward to your final video on the build.
Nice man I just bought a 2011 big country fifth wheel and the two ac units are good but I want something more updated and I bet these mini splits are good gotos in Texas heat. Gonna check these out
So I’d have to bolt this to the back of my bus also. So when you’re cruising down the highway and it’s raining and roads are soaked, do you cover it with with like a canvas cover bag or something to avoid the excessive water and mud that will accumulate? Great job👍
I used to think 'mini-split' referred to some cool parallel power trick, but it literally means the AC comes in two parts...speaking of which, would it be possible to run an AC 500W off the mains, and 500W off the solar? Anyway to combine to 500W power sources into 1000W?
My guess is that you can collect the power from many places but they have to be put into ONE place for the usage, most likely a battery. So solar, wind, hydro, all accumulated into a battery, and THEN you can use it.
Hey, I am not sure if anyone has helped you with this yet but I just happened to run across it and thought I would see if it helps you out. "If you hold down the up-arrow and down-arrow buttons at the same time on the remote for about 5 seconds, the unit will switch to Fahrenheit." I ran across this online see if it works for you.
Great vid thanks. Answered a bunch of questions I had.. What size is your trailer? I'm looking a little smaller but DEFINITELY want to keep ahead of the Houston and Phoenix heat! Love the mini split idea for space and noise level..
These types of split units all require the outside unit to have 12-inch minimum spacing on the back where it draws air in to blow through the front. Yet it looks like you've mounted the outside unit with only a 2-inch clearance which severely constricts the intake. I have to imagine this reduces the efficiency of the unit, but it clearly still works for you and it makes it easier to mount this unit. But are you getting good reliability from this thing? It's great that you got this working because it's so much more efficient and so much cheaper than 12V ACs built for the RV market. There's no way I want to spend $4300 on an RV AC. It looks like you can probably move this thing out 2 inches to get a little more gap behind the back.
I was concerned with clearance when I installed it, but this unit blows ice cold and cools the entire RV quickly. If u have a location to install your unit with more clearance, I think it would be better.
@@danielmid6022 Great to hear that it's working so well for you after a few years. It's also good to know that it's possible to get away with less clearance, though I wouldn't doubt it means a slight drop in efficiency. Can you tell me how many inches of clearance you have on the outside unit?
I’ve been reading spec sheets for lots of different mini splits and some of them are fine with 3” if there aren’t other obstructions. They have detailed diagrams showing how much clearance if you have it by a corner wall or with another unit next to it etc etc etc.
Hey man, thanks for the video. I was asking about mini splits on another channel and was told that to leave one on 24/7 would use too much power without electric hook up (e.g just powering from solar/batteries), and yet you have this running 24/7... What's powering it - Solar? My absolute dream is to have a workbench for wood working in the back of a Van, but obviously humidity and temperature need to be quite constant 24/7 to not have my wood blanks bending and cracking in the Summer heat mainly... I'm interested in getting a MWB, high top size Transit/Sprinter Van. Obviously it'd be fully insulated... I'd be really happy to hear your thoughts on such. All the best Daniel.
Hey man, do you guys put a cover over the outside unit when trailering down the road? Think I'm going to get a cover for mine (it's on the trailer tongue) to keep rocks and high winds from damaging the unit.
Hi Daniel, I'm embarking on a CTC and I really enjoy your videos. The mini-split installation manual wants 12" clearance behind the unit. Are you finding that the 2"+ clearance that you have allowed is enough?
Two thoughts/questions, what are the dimensions of the inside unit and I believe they want the inside unit 6-8" below the ceiling. Yours seems closer and if it is has it caused any issues? Thanks.
Does this one leak inside when you are parked with the trailer leaning one way or the other. The one I have leaks condensation inside when the trailer is parked a little off level.
Daniel,...just found you recently, wish I'd discovered your channel sooner, much appreciate your sharing experiences in this community. I'm working on my 20' v nose cargo at the moment. Mini Split is my direction and plan on installing this inside the trailer, well vented, dedicated box in the interior of the nose of the trailer, I'm curious of some of your thoughts and objections to this if any. I'm trying to head off or address challenges as to keep the trailer as stealth as possible, all things discreet and hidden. Thank you so much for any input, stay well!
@@keithbeasley5862 hey thx for the comment! I like the idea, actually wanting to do the same thing in a Van conversion. Don't see why it wouldn't work. I built a tear drop camper 20 years ago and did this with a window unit, I did have to add a fan inside the AC box to help pull the heat out, it worked excellent. Please let me know how your build progresses.
Great video! I am going to purchase a Confort from your pal in Texas. I have a 2021 No Boundries 19.3. What are your thoughts on mounting it off the back of the RV?
I know if one mounted on the rear and it looks nice. It's a parked model that they live in so I dunno how it travels down the road, but they installed it and 9 months ago and it's still going strong!
New to your channel. Like your build. What size trailer is it? Do you have any videos of the blue from the start? I have a bunch of questions about how you went about deciding the layout and how you decided to place the different features throughout the trailer. I really appreciate the way you put your videos together.
I just saw this video. In the video you mention a CoNfort (with an N) unit that is smaller and lighter. I can’t find anything with that spelling. Can you provide me details?
on your mini split, do you ever run it while on the highway to keep trailer cool for when you stop so you don;t have to wait for it to cool entire trailer down ? Just wondering since your mini is mounted parallel to the wind stream.
@@markcoleman2960 I have several different generic units, and honestly they all seem very similar. I think whatever is available in your area for the best price will do fine.
If you don’t mind, could you tell me how you routed the lines through the floor to the inside unit? I would prefer to do that over cut a hole in the back wall so that if it is ever taken out it won’t leave any noticeable spots I have to have fixed, but didn’t know if that would be possible to do because I figured it had to come through the wall right behind the inside unit.
I just made a 2 1/2" home in the floor and ran the line up the back side of the false wall inside the camper. I think there is some video of it somewhere in one of my videos... Not sure which one lol
My only concern about putting a mini split on my RV is that the local hvac places don't want to do piddly work like installing this but the warranty is void on every unit I've seen unless hvac installs it. Did you install yours or did you have someone else do it? Is it worth the chance of the unit not working to try to self install?
My advice is install it yourself and forget about the warranty. They are cheap enough and the install cost is usually more than the unit itself. I have installed 7 of these (DIY I'm no hvac tech) and they have all worked flawlessly. Oldest one is a 2015 and still runs great
Hi, Cool video. I just installed a pioneer minisplit on my van. However, it always trips the gfci on my inverter when the fan on the outside comes on. It doesn't have a problem when plugged into non gfci. However, my inverter is gfci. I'm going to switch it out and try that. Have you ever had a problem with it tripping anything? thanks
Would one of these units be suitable for a very small house to air condition and heat a small living area and possibly blow into a bedroom? Or maybe 2 units? Thanks so much!
One unit may work. The unit in this video is good for up to 600 sq ft. U will need to figure out a method to circulate air between the rooms if u want to only use one unit.
They do condensate sometimes, but not typically because the area they are located stays cool or warm based on the AC. they are wrapped and the water water runs down and out a hole in the floor... Hope that helps
Hi I am thinking about putting a mini split in a work trailer. And was wondering if a 12btu would be enough. It a 24 x 8.5x 7 tall. We will be Insulating it.
Hey bud I watched this video about 10 times now in the past few weeks. Wanted to see what your thoughts are now on the confortotal unit you had got? Thinking about getting one but then noticed it has a 110v regular male outlet plug. Changes things a little as I planned to hardwire directly into breaker panel but I suppose I could make it work. Just wanted to get your thoughts since you have had it for about 10 months or so now. It's also not an inverter so a little different on power. It's the only unit that could fit on my tongue due to the low profile and narrowness. Only have 12 inches to work with from front of nose to trailer jack.
Hi! Do u know any mini split ac with it's outdoor unit is sideways, so it could be put on the roof of the rv? All outdoor units i saw are so tall that they would increase the total height of the rv a lot if ty're put on the roof.
I have added coolant. The AC tech that did the work said that pioneer units are known to leak right at the back of the inside unit, regardless of being installed on an rv or someone's home. He added stop leak when he filled... No issues since. Hope that helps
@@danielmid6022, I'm getting ready to install mine, and ran across a video by RV Living Yet. He purchased "flex lines" and installed those after having leak issues. He responded to my question and stated that he has had no leak issues since installing them. I may have to go that route to begin with.
Question: how well do the outside units stand up to dust/rocks/rain, etc? I'm thinking of mounting mine underneath the gooseneck between my pickup and the vertical bulkhead on the trailer. I guess I could protect it with decent mud flaps, but not sure about dust from the road. Great vid man!
Dust is no issue. If it gets too dirty just take a hose and spray it down. I have had a my unit completely caked in dust and dirt(my shop is right next to a busy dirt road) and a 2 minute spray down with a hose and you are golden.
The confortotal system he said he bought for around $300-$400. It was a Mexican based product and had a seer rating of 15. I like the Confortotal idea being smaller and lower weight. Concerns would be manufacture warranty integrity, and just how bad is 15 vs. well, maybe 20 seer on the Pioneer. If the install can't fit the Pioneer, then of course the only option is to use the Confortotal. But if both pieces of equipment can fit, the it is a matter of weight and size issues. And if the weight and size is not an issue, then go with the pioneer. I've watched many mini-split vids and many vids have the Pioneer or very similar model (9K BTU) for around $7-800 bucks. Lastly, the actual hook up. I've seen some mini-splits needing special vacuum gauges, and extra steps to connect the lines. This video didn't mention that process. Perhaps it was not an issue then?
@@danielmid6022 Thanks..you do cover the compressor when your traveling. I was considering have a double canvas cover made for the road by an awning company in town. Any thoughts
@@scottgorman7166 I think a cover is a great idea, I was just always thinking hard plastic. I never thought about a canvas cover, gonna have to look into it. Let me know if u get one done. Thx!
Not as far as I know. I have talked to an ac tech who thinks it's possible if the compressor is clocked to sit upright. But still not sure if that will work...
Thanks for posting this. I'm curious how you would wash the outside coil? I understand they need cleaning periodically. I have a F.R Work and Play that I think could use this on the front where the main bedroom is. Is 12k BTU what you recommend?
I've never cleaned the outside unit at all on any of my mini splits. Not to say it wouldn't help but I've had a couple units for over 3 years and haven't cleaned them. I have taken the inside units down to clean them though. Hope that helps!
Daniel Mid Thank you. I looked on the web and cannot find how many watts it takes to run. Obviously my 2200 produces over 2000 watts but I can’t find that info on the mini splits anywhere. I appreciate you responding. I usually boondock and rely on my generator for power.
@@EDFM.1 I just looked at the tag on the mini split. The compressor pulls 9.5 amps and the fan pulls . 7. So under 11 amps total pull. It calls for a minimum circuit breaker of 15 amps. Hope that helps!
cant find much on them, there are some listed on ebay but are 220v. Im trying to see if i can find someone that is willing to ship them, if so ill post up the information for anyone interested.
Hi! I'm in Corpus Christi and would like to get one installed. Do you know anyone that can install one on my RV? I found the a/c on marketplace, but need someone familiar with RV installation.
What are the dimensions on the inside units if you dont mind please? We are about to purchase & install one in our RV but can not find dimensions of the inside units.
Is that the dimensions of the inside conforttotal unit or the unit on the RV? I'd love to know the conforttotal inside unit dimensions if you have time!
@@Wiggles435 hi that is the confort model. I just installed another brand I was able to pick up for even cheaper with similar dimensions. Hoping to do a video on it soon. Really liking it so far
I saw a document on the confortotal to change the C to F: Press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons for 5 seconds at the same
time, and the temperature display will switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius
I live in Mexico, we have 4 mini splits in out apt. Three of them are Mirage's and are great, and very inexpensive.
Awesome, I live here in San Antonio and I will definitely look him up
Hi. Thanks for update.
I am fitting out a 7.5ft x 14 ft + V nose aluminum cargo trailer as my carpentry tool hauler and RV.
Front V makes for a great kitchen with Senvill 9000 btu mini split mounted on left V nose wall flush to corner, and inside head is up top on flat space over RV 19" gas range/oven.... i have one in my woodshop, and it is amazing for 400 s.ft. heat and cool...
120v shore power or, i have 900watts of solar on the roof top!.
,and night time wind turbine to top up batteries in evening so AC can run right away mid morning as solar takes over .......
Thanks for the video showing the lines running below the trailer. I am about to perform a mini-split AC install on a trailer and the lines from the air handler which is inside and at the top of the wall next to the roof will run down below the floor of the trailer and then back up into the outside condenser and my worry was the lines coming from below and then traveling back up to reach the condenser but it appears to not be an issue on your install. My concern was negated by your video.
Thanks so much for the update!!
Questions:
How many watts does it use on the average in the summer. What kind of power does your trailer have? I'm about to start my build and I want a goal to hit. I would rather have more and not need it, then need it and not have it.
The Confort has a SEER rating of 15, which is the industry minimum, that explains the dirt cheap price. This may not be the best option for people who want to full-time with a robust solar setup. It does make sense if you plan to be on shore power and not boondocking, which I would assume is your scenario, correct me if I’m wrong, no malice. :)
I would agree, if going solar I would look for the most efficient unit u can afford for sure!
Yes the best units you can get are 20-22 seer since they don't really make more efficient 120v models. EER is a better unit to compare vs seer because it tells you exactly how much power a unit uses at full power. I think 12.5 eer is the best you can get in 120v which is about 960w for a 12,000btu unit or 720w for a 9000btu unit.
Thanks for the video, I am in the process of a Cargo conversion 20x8x8 , just got done insulation and ceiling put in, next is holding tanks then Mini split, going to go by your recommendation on getting a confort mini, i have barn doors on back going to bolt one door permanently shut, i added extra hinges and metal backing to put brackets to hold mini split, i have seen alot of people putting them on the front tounge but planing other stuff up there....looking forward to other videos.
Nice! sounds like you've got a great start and good ideas, I look forward to seeing your build!
How many batteries you used or total amp you setup to run the camper AC unit.
Great video, clean install, I just added a mini split on to my RV, however when I turn off the inside unit the outside stays running. I hard wired the unit to a breaker and power it from the outside going inside. I don’t understand why the unit won’t turn off completely. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Make sure the Confort system is UL rated. Theres a bunch of "export only" guys selling in south Fl that arnt UL rated and if anything ever happens with fire etc insurance will deny the claim.
Thanks for this update Daniel. I’m going to build one following your layout, except the dog house. Very well designed and built. Look forward to your final video on the build.
Nice man I just bought a 2011 big country fifth wheel and the two ac units are good but I want something more updated and I bet these mini splits are good gotos in Texas heat. Gonna check these out
Nice! I've been seeing more and more rv's with these units on the rear bumper. Hope it works out for you!
Best info so far, thank you sir, is there any trouble with electrical serge
Hi. No issues so far
So I’d have to bolt this to the back of my bus also. So when you’re cruising down the highway and it’s raining and roads are soaked, do you cover it with with like a canvas cover bag or something to avoid the excessive water and mud that will accumulate? Great job👍
Hi. I've never covered it although it's a great idea to probably do so.
These things are Made for being outside so rain won't hurt it.
Hey bud, Thanks for the informative video. Just had a question. Can you run the mini split while you are traveling? Thanks!
Probably could but never tried it! Just not sure how the highway speed winds would effect the outside units fan
@@danielmid6022 thank you!
how many miles have you towed the camper with the mini-split AC installed? I wonder how well they will standup to road vibration and shock.
Thanks for info,I always look forward to any of your videos.They are very helpful
Thanks for sharing.
We enjoyed building ours it was a lot of fun.
I used to think 'mini-split' referred to some cool parallel power trick, but it literally means the AC comes in two parts...speaking of which, would it be possible to run an AC 500W off the mains, and 500W off the solar? Anyway to combine to 500W power sources into 1000W?
My guess is that you can collect the power from many places but they have to be put into ONE place for the usage, most likely a battery. So solar, wind, hydro, all accumulated into a battery, and THEN you can use it.
Hey, I am not sure if anyone has helped you with this yet but I just happened to run across it and thought I would see if it helps you out. "If you hold down the up-arrow and down-arrow buttons at the same time on the remote for about 5 seconds, the unit will switch to Fahrenheit." I ran across this online see if it works for you.
Hi, thx for the tip, I've read about that option but this particular unit will not switch over...I tried everything I could find. Thx again!
Great vid thanks. Answered a bunch of questions I had.. What size is your trailer? I'm looking a little smaller but DEFINITELY want to keep ahead of the Houston and Phoenix heat! Love the mini split idea for space and noise level..
Hi. It's 7x19. Take care!
Great video thank you
Who and Where in San Antonio are the Conforts?
These types of split units all require the outside unit to have 12-inch minimum spacing on the back where it draws air in to blow through the front. Yet it looks like you've mounted the outside unit with only a 2-inch clearance which severely constricts the intake. I have to imagine this reduces the efficiency of the unit, but it clearly still works for you and it makes it easier to mount this unit. But are you getting good reliability from this thing?
It's great that you got this working because it's so much more efficient and so much cheaper than 12V ACs built for the RV market. There's no way I want to spend $4300 on an RV AC. It looks like you can probably move this thing out 2 inches to get a little more gap behind the back.
I was concerned with clearance when I installed it, but this unit blows ice cold and cools the entire RV quickly. If u have a location to install your unit with more clearance, I think it would be better.
@@danielmid6022 Great to hear that it's working so well for you after a few years. It's also good to know that it's possible to get away with less clearance, though I wouldn't doubt it means a slight drop in efficiency. Can you tell me how many inches of clearance you have on the outside unit?
I’ve been reading spec sheets for lots of different mini splits and some of them are fine with 3” if there aren’t other obstructions. They have detailed diagrams showing how much clearance if you have it by a corner wall or with another unit next to it etc etc etc.
Great vid. Does the heating work equally as well? How well insulated is the trailer? 👍
Thanks for the video, only question i have is vibration damper? If you did it again would you do that differently?
Nice update, thanks for the tip
Great update
Thank you very much.
Did your install require special equipment or procedures when hooking up the tubing? (Vacuum gauges, etc.)?
Thanks for the update ! TAKE CARE..
Hey man, thanks for the video.
I was asking about mini splits on another channel and was told that to leave one on 24/7 would use too much power without electric hook up (e.g just powering from solar/batteries), and yet you have this running 24/7... What's powering it - Solar? My absolute dream is to have a workbench for wood working in the back of a Van, but obviously humidity and temperature need to be quite constant 24/7 to not have my wood blanks bending and cracking in the Summer heat mainly... I'm interested in getting a MWB, high top size Transit/Sprinter Van. Obviously it'd be fully insulated... I'd be really happy to hear your thoughts on such. All the best Daniel.
New subscriber...love the info. Thanks!🇺🇸😎
hello Daniel, could you please send me a link to your supplier for the confortotal mini splits ? really enjoy your videos. thanks
What is the name of the company that sells the conform mini split in San Antonio? Thank you!
Can you power it with a small inverter generator? Like those Yamaha inverter ones they sell at Costco ?
I have a Yamaha 2400 and it does fine, no issues
What SEER? The heavier unit may be more efficient? If you want solar.
Hey man, do you guys put a cover over the outside unit when trailering down the road? Think I'm going to get a cover for mine (it's on the trailer tongue) to keep rocks and high winds from damaging the unit.
Hey, I don't have one but I would like to get something. No problems with rocks hitting it yet, but I'm sure it will happen at some point.
@@danielmid6022 Sounds good man, thanks for the reply!
Hi Daniel, I'm embarking on a CTC and I really enjoy your videos. The mini-split installation manual wants 12" clearance behind the unit. Are you finding that the 2"+ clearance that you have allowed is enough?
Hi! Fit cooking a small space it seems to have no negative effects that I can tell. It will freeze the trailer out in the summers south Texas sun!
Are you going to give a tour of your camper trailer at all?
Two thoughts/questions, what are the dimensions of the inside unit and I believe they want the inside unit 6-8" below the ceiling. Yours seems closer and if it is has it caused any issues? Thanks.
Did you have to service the lines?
How did you seal the hole were the wires went threw
I live in San Antonio and looking for a mini split for my bus. Do you mind sharing where you got your confort Total?
Could you send me the contact in San Antonio for the mini split? Pelease.
Have you had any problems with copper lines and vibration since you installed it?
Thanks for the update , is that a Basenji ?
We have bull terriers and a German short haired pointer
Does this one leak inside when you are parked with the trailer leaning one way or the other. The one I have leaks condensation inside when the trailer is parked a little off level.
Haven't had that problem. If you are going to be off level, better to have it lean the direction of your drain if possible.
Daniel,...just found you recently, wish I'd discovered your channel sooner, much appreciate your sharing experiences in this community. I'm working on my 20' v nose cargo at the moment. Mini Split is my direction and plan on installing this inside the trailer, well vented, dedicated box in the interior of the nose of the trailer, I'm curious of some of your thoughts and objections to this if any. I'm trying to head off or address challenges as to keep the trailer as stealth as possible, all things discreet and hidden. Thank you so much for any input, stay well!
@@keithbeasley5862 hey thx for the comment! I like the idea, actually wanting to do the same thing in a Van conversion. Don't see why it wouldn't work. I built a tear drop camper 20 years ago and did this with a window unit, I did have to add a fan inside the AC box to help pull the heat out, it worked excellent. Please let me know how your build progresses.
@@danielmid6022thanks Daniel, I’ll do that…appreciate the response.
Really enjoy your videos Keep them coming!
Do you think one could mount the confort in and outside units on back LR swing doors?
Great video! I am going to purchase a Confort from your pal in Texas. I have a 2021 No Boundries 19.3. What are your thoughts on mounting it off the back of the RV?
I know if one mounted on the rear and it looks nice. It's a parked model that they live in so I dunno how it travels down the road, but they installed it and 9 months ago and it's still going strong!
How do we contact the guy in SA?
GR8 Vid!
🤔😎👍good to know😎 im looking for some acreage to build a tiny cabin on in PA👍👍👍
Any luck? If so what location? I live near Pittsburgh. Curious. Thanks!
@@JoePAcalaughs Nothing yet I’m still looking
@@JerseyStyle7 gotcha. I've been seeing decent stuff in Ozarks and West Virginia at landandfarm
Have you thought of hooking up your Pioneer to solar ?
New to your channel. Like your build. What size trailer is it? Do you have any videos of the blue from the start? I have a bunch of questions about how you went about deciding the layout and how you decided to place the different features throughout the trailer. I really appreciate the way you put your videos together.
Hi and Thanks! It's a 7x19. I have several videos uploaded with progression updates from the start. Hope they are of help!
I just saw this video. In the video you mention a CoNfort (with an N) unit that is smaller and lighter. I can’t find anything with that spelling. Can you provide me details?
How many watts you need to run easily please?
Hi this may be silly, but where do the mini split air conditioners put out thier condensation?
It has a drip line that runs from the back of the inside unit....outside to wherever u want to direct it
That confort unit was plugged into a standard 110 on the inside unit. Is that how it came?
Yes. Some models plug in and some use a junction box
on your mini split, do you ever run it while on the highway to keep trailer cool for when you stop so you don;t have to wait for it to cool entire trailer down ? Just wondering since your mini is mounted parallel to the wind stream.
Hi, no I have never tried to run it while driving. It cools the trailer down pretty quick even on hot days.
Any info on where to order the Confortotal system?
No sorry I don't have any info on it. Just find them locally at this time as far as I know
@@danielmid6022 and you think that they're the brand to go with for cost and weight?
@@markcoleman2960 I have several different generic units, and honestly they all seem very similar. I think whatever is available in your area for the best price will do fine.
If you don’t mind, could you tell me how you routed the lines through the floor to the inside unit? I would prefer to do that over cut a hole in the back wall so that if it is ever taken out it won’t leave any noticeable spots I have to have fixed, but didn’t know if that would be possible to do because I figured it had to come through the wall right behind the inside unit.
I just made a 2 1/2" home in the floor and ran the line up the back side of the false wall inside the camper. I think there is some video of it somewhere in one of my videos... Not sure which one lol
Will a 2000 wet champion generator run this unit?
Do you have info on the person selling the less expensive units in San Antonio?
hello , do you run it with solar Power?
My only concern about putting a mini split on my RV is that the local hvac places don't want to do piddly work like installing this but the warranty is void on every unit I've seen unless hvac installs it. Did you install yours or did you have someone else do it? Is it worth the chance of the unit not working to try to self install?
My advice is install it yourself and forget about the warranty. They are cheap enough and the install cost is usually more than the unit itself. I have installed 7 of these (DIY I'm no hvac tech) and they have all worked flawlessly. Oldest one is a 2015 and still runs great
Hi, Cool video. I just installed a pioneer minisplit on my van. However, it always trips the gfci on my inverter when the fan on the outside comes on. It doesn't have a problem when plugged into non gfci. However, my inverter is gfci. I'm going to switch it out and try that. Have you ever had a problem with it tripping anything? thanks
That's interesting. Never had that issue. Not sure what would cause that
Another RUclipsr said he had the same problem, just took out the GFCI and ran great ever since 👍 good luck!
Would one of these units be suitable for a very small house to air condition and heat a small living area and possibly blow into a bedroom? Or maybe 2 units? Thanks so much!
One unit may work. The unit in this video is good for up to 600 sq ft. U will need to figure out a method to circulate air between the rooms if u want to only use one unit.
Thanks for reply Daniel. Definitely something to look into. Appreciate it !
I wanted to know on the Lions do they sweat it all like you they drip any moisture around your flooring
They do condensate sometimes, but not typically because the area they are located stays cool or warm based on the AC. they are wrapped and the water water runs down and out a hole in the floor... Hope that helps
Hi I am thinking about putting a mini split in a work trailer. And was wondering if a 12btu would be enough. It a 24 x 8.5x 7 tall. We will be Insulating it.
I would think so. If it's in direct sun all the time, maybe go with the 18000 but as far as sq footage, 12000 should be good
Hey bud I watched this video about 10 times now in the past few weeks. Wanted to see what your thoughts are now on the confortotal unit you had got? Thinking about getting one but then noticed it has a 110v regular male outlet plug. Changes things a little as I planned to hardwire directly into breaker panel but I suppose I could make it work. Just wanted to get your thoughts since you have had it for about 10 months or so now. It's also not an inverter so a little different on power. It's the only unit that could fit on my tongue due to the low profile and narrowness. Only have 12 inches to work with from front of nose to trailer jack.
Hi! Do u know any mini split ac with it's outdoor unit is sideways, so it could be put on the roof of the rv? All outdoor units i saw are so tall that they would increase the total height of the rv a lot if ty're put on the roof.
I don't. But that would be great if they made them like that
Curious who you got the Confort unit from. I see a ton of folks listing them.
An ac company out of San Antonio. Don't remember their name off hand but they were running an ad on fb
Daniel,
Did you wire that split unit as 220v on a 20a breaker or something else?
Thanks!
It's a 110v unit on a 15amp breaker
Thank you! I'm planning out a build on an 8.5x7x18 trailer and would love to ask you some questions offline. Would that be possible?
How much does it cost to have a mini split charged up once installed on my rv? I plan on doing install myself I am in the Dallas area.
They are pre charged. Just want to vacuum the lines before releasing the freon. There are several good how to videos on YT.
I have a box truck and I want to mount the outside unit underneath laying flat is that possible
U would have to clock the compressor 90 degrees I believe so it's sitting upright
Have you had any issues with leaks caused by vibration during travel?
I have added coolant. The AC tech that did the work said that pioneer units are known to leak right at the back of the inside unit, regardless of being installed on an rv or someone's home. He added stop leak when he filled... No issues since. Hope that helps
@@danielmid6022, I'm getting ready to install mine, and ran across a video by RV Living Yet. He purchased "flex lines" and installed those after having leak issues. He responded to my question and stated that he has had no leak issues since installing them. I may have to go that route to begin with.
Question: how well do the outside units stand up to dust/rocks/rain, etc? I'm thinking of mounting mine underneath the gooseneck between my pickup and the vertical bulkhead on the trailer. I guess I could protect it with decent mud flaps, but not sure about dust from the road. Great vid man!
Keep in mind the outside condenser unit needs to be mounted vertically in the upright position to work.
Dust is no issue. If it gets too dirty just take a hose and spray it down. I have had a my unit completely caked in dust and dirt(my shop is right next to a busy dirt road) and a 2 minute spray down with a hose and you are golden.
Looks great.. What part of Texas are you in?
thanks! we are south, just outside corpus christi.
Where did you buy the comfort from? I can’t find one under $800
The confortotal system he said he bought for around $300-$400. It was a Mexican based product and had a seer rating of 15. I like the Confortotal idea being smaller and lower weight. Concerns would be manufacture warranty integrity, and just how bad is 15 vs. well, maybe 20 seer on the Pioneer.
If the install can't fit the Pioneer, then of course the only option is to use the Confortotal. But if both pieces of equipment can fit, the it is a matter of weight and size issues. And if the weight and size is not an issue, then go with the pioneer.
I've watched many mini-split vids and many vids have the Pioneer or very similar model (9K BTU) for around $7-800 bucks.
Lastly, the actual hook up. I've seen some mini-splits needing special vacuum gauges, and extra steps to connect the lines. This video didn't mention that process. Perhaps it was not an issue then?
Is your compressor mounted on the side of your rig? Couldn't tell
Yes behind the fender
@@danielmid6022 Thanks..you do cover the compressor when your traveling. I was considering have a double canvas cover made for the road by an awning company in town. Any thoughts
@@scottgorman7166 I think a cover is a great idea, I was just always thinking hard plastic. I never thought about a canvas cover, gonna have to look into it. Let me know if u get one done. Thx!
Can these be mounted horizontally on the roof?
Not as far as I know. I have talked to an ac tech who thinks it's possible if the compressor is clocked to sit upright. But still not sure if that will work...
Thanks for posting this. I'm curious how you would wash the outside coil? I understand they need cleaning periodically.
I have a F.R Work and Play that I think could use this on the front where the main bedroom is. Is 12k BTU what you recommend?
I've never cleaned the outside unit at all on any of my mini splits. Not to say it wouldn't help but I've had a couple units for over 3 years and haven't cleaned them. I have taken the inside units down to clean them though. Hope that helps!
so do you have contact info for the Confort dealer?
How many mini splits do I need for a mobile home of 16 x 76?
One per room is great
How much power do those mini splits need? I have a Honda 2200 generator. Would that run it?
I use a Yamaha 2400 and it runs our camper just fine. I would think the 2200 will work. Not sure about running all your appliances at the same time.
Daniel Mid Thank you. I looked on the web and cannot find how many watts it takes to run. Obviously my 2200 produces over 2000 watts but I can’t find that info on the mini splits anywhere. I appreciate you responding. I usually boondock and rely on my generator for power.
@@EDFM.1 I just looked at the tag on the mini split. The compressor pulls 9.5 amps and the fan pulls . 7. So under 11 amps total pull. It calls for a minimum circuit breaker of 15 amps. Hope that helps!
Daniel Mid thank you so much!
What is the weight difference on the confort?
For the Confortotal unit, would you happen to know a website or something? Because I don't do Facebook!
cant find much on them, there are some listed on ebay but are 220v. Im trying to see if i can find someone that is willing to ship them, if so ill post up the information for anyone interested.
Daniel Mid cool
Yes please do. I’m interested in one for my conversion.
How many apps does it use ?
I believe it's around 9
Hi! I'm in Corpus Christi and would like to get one installed. Do you know anyone that can install one on my RV? I found the a/c on marketplace, but need someone familiar with RV installation.
Hi. I do. Not sure how to get ahold of u to give u the info though
What are the dimensions on the inside units if you dont mind please? We are about to purchase & install one in our RV but can not find dimensions of the inside units.
Hi the one I have is 32x11(tall)x8(deep) this is probably a good average size but they will very by brand and model.
Thank you!
Is that the dimensions of the inside conforttotal unit or the unit on the RV? I'd love to know the conforttotal inside unit dimensions if you have time!
@@Wiggles435 hi that is the confort model. I just installed another brand I was able to pick up for even cheaper with similar dimensions. Hoping to do a video on it soon. Really liking it so far
How do you power the one in your camper?
Usually shore power but we also have a 2400 Yamaha generator that works good
How is it getting it level when you are parked. Would or Does the head unit leak if it's not fully level. ?
I just level like I normally would... Never had any leaks.
Do you think you can run the water into your water storage?
Yes but I don't know if I would. The drain lines tend to get moldy.